5 Underrated Pet Shops in Downtown, Lubbock TX Worth Trying
Updated 11 October 2026 · 6 pet shops in Downtown, Lubbock TX considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This guide covers five pet care providers in the Downtown, Lubbock TX area that hold a Google rating of 4.4 or higher with fewer than 400 reviews. Four are veterinary clinics and one is a pet boarding hotel. Six qualifying businesses were considered, and the order follows Google ratings weighted by review count. Each entry uses listed hours, accessibility details and what reviewers mention, so pet owners can weigh the options for routine care, emergencies or boarding. Pet owners looking for a new provider can use the details below as a starting point.
#1
Kingsgate Animal Hospital
★ 4.8 (293 Google reviews)Veterinarian
Representative photo, not of this business.
Kingsgate Animal Hospital at 8415 Quaker Ave has a 4.8 rating from 293 Google reviews. Reviewers mention life saving surgery, treatment for a newly adopted dog with parvo, and a veterinarian who did not push unnecessary procedures for an older pet. Several clients say they have used the clinic for years and see familiar faces at each visit. The listing shows weekday hours from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm, with weekends closed, and wheelchair accessible parking, entrance and toilet.
Best for: Surgery and long term pet care
- Address
- 8415 Quaker Ave, Lubbock, TX 79424, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Mon 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Tue 7:30 am–5:30 pm; Wed 7:30 am–5:30 pm
#2
Bozeman Animal Clinic
★ 4.7 (127 Google reviews)Animal hospital
Representative photo, not of this business.
Bozeman Animal Clinic at 3602 Slide Rd B-36 has a 4.7 rating from 127 Google reviews. Reviewers mention patient handling of a nervous dog, a nurse who helped a frightened pet feel safe, and advice on potty training and home care. One owner says the price was steep for their budget but comparable to other local vets. Listed hours cover weekday mornings and afternoons with a midday break, and weekends are closed. Wheelchair accessible parking, entrance and toilet are listed.
Best for: Nervous pets and first visits
- Address
- 3602 Slide Rd B-36, Lubbock, TX 79414, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8:30 am–12 pm, 2–5 pm; Mon 8:30 am–12 pm, 2–5 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8:30 am–12 pm, 2–5 pm; Tue 8:30 am–12 pm, 2–5 pm; Wed 8:30 am–12 pm, 2–5 pm
#3
Above & Beyond Pet Care Hospital
★ 4.6 (341 Google reviews)Veterinarian
Representative photo, not of this business.
Above & Beyond Pet Care Hospital at 8222 University Ave has a 4.6 rating from 341 Google reviews. Reviewers mention an injured dog who was seen right away after an attack, and staff who kept the family calm. Long time clients say the team has treated their dogs and cats for about twenty years. Another reviewer says staff handled a reactive dog with care during exams. Hours run Monday to Friday from 8 am to 6 pm, with weekends closed, and the car park, entrance and toilet are wheelchair accessible.
Best for: Urgent visits and reactive pets
- Address
- 8222 University Ave, Lubbock, TX 79423, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–6 pm; Mon 8 am–6 pm; Sat Closed; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–6 pm; Tue 8 am–6 pm; Wed 8 am–6 pm
#4
Live Oak Pet Hotel
★ 4.6 (128 Google reviews)Pet boarding service
Representative photo, not of this business.
Live Oak Pet Hotel at 5214 98th St #101 is a pet boarding service with a 4.6 rating from 128 Google reviews. Reviewers describe staff as kind and humane, and one owner made a long drive because of the service. Another client says a dog returned home with helpful written care instructions after a spay. A few reviewers raised concerns about cage cleaning during their stay. Hours are weekdays 7 am to 6 pm, Saturday morning and late afternoon, and Sunday late afternoon. Wheelchair accessible car park and entrance are listed.
Best for: Boarding while you travel
- Address
- 5214 98th St #101, Lubbock, TX 79424, United States
- Hours
- Fri 7 am–6 pm; Mon 7 am–6 pm; Sat 8 am–12 pm, 4–6 pm; Sun 4–6 pm; Thu 7 am–6 pm; Tue 7 am–6 pm; Wed 7 am–6 pm
#5
Key Animal Clinic, PC
★ 4.5 (370 Google reviews)Veterinarian
Representative photo, not of this business.
Key Animal Clinic, PC at 412 Milwaukee Ave has a 4.5 rating from 370 Google reviews. Reviewers mention caring vets, a predicted bill provided before treatment, and kind staff during end of life care. Some reviewers describe a negative experience with comments at the front desk and a late afternoon visit that ended early, so visitors may want to confirm timing. Hours run weekdays 8 am to 6 pm and Saturday 8 am to noon, with Sunday closed. Wheelchair accessible parking, entrance and toilet are listed.
Best for: Routine cat and dog care
- Address
- 412 Milwaukee Ave, Lubbock, TX 79416, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–6 pm; Mon 8 am–6 pm; Sat 8 am–12 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 8 am–6 pm; Tue 8 am–6 pm; Wed 8 am–6 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 pet shops in Downtown, Lubbock TX with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then rated 4.4 or higher on Google but with fewer than 400 reviews. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Live Oak Pet Hotel opens at 7 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated pet shop on this list?
Kingsgate Animal Hospital ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.8 from 293 reviews. Bozeman Animal Clinic is second at 4.7 from 127 reviews.
Which pet shops in Downtown, Lubbock TX are open late?
None of these stays open past midnight. The latest to close is Above & Beyond Pet Care Hospital, at 6 pm.
Run a business in Downtown?
Get a fast website with your hours, menu, location and reviews. If your business is listed here and something is wrong, tell us and we fix it.
Email support@pagenearby.com