Caring for Pets of All Ages Since 1973

For more than 50 years, Goodwood Veterinary Care has been a trusted partner for pet families. As a privately owned, women-led practice, we provide thoughtful, personalized care for cats and dogs in a welcoming environment rooted in the community we serve. 

Our team combines modern veterinary medicine with a consultative, low-stress approach. From wellness visits and advanced diagnostics to surgery, acupuncture, boarding and grooming, we offer comprehensive care under one roof.

  • Locally-Owned & Women-Led
  • Modern Medicine & Advanced Diagnostics
  • Specialized Small Animal Focus
  • Stress-Reducing, Patient-Centered Handling
  • Full-Spectrum Services in One Place

Our History

  • 1973Humble Beginnings

    Founded as Mistretta Veterinary Clinic, serving the pets of Baton Rouge with dedicated, local care.
  • 2010New Leadership, New Name

    Dr. Emily Taylor purchases the practice, continuing its legacy while renaming it Capital Heights Veterinary Clinic.
  • 2015Growing to Serve You Better

    With the support of a loyal community, the clinic moves into a larger, modern facility at 7662 Goodwood Boulevard.
  • 2026Continuing the Legacy

    After years of dedicated leadership, Dr. Emily Taylor transitions ownership to Dr. Mary Powell Davis, a Baton Rouge native known and trusted by many clients. The practice enters a new chapter as Goodwood Veterinary Care—continuing the same compassionate, personalized care in the same trusted location.
  • TODAYA Trusted Local Tradition

    Nearly 50 years strong, Goodwood Veterinary Care remains an independent, locally rooted practice proudly serving the Mid-City/Goodwood community.
The People Behind Your Pet’s Care

Meet Our Team

Our veterinarians and care staff work together to create a supportive environment for every patient and pet parent who walks through our doors. Together, they share a commitment to compassionate care, thoughtful communication and helping pets feel as calm and comfortable as possible during their visits.

For many of our clients, seeing familiar faces at each appointment is part of what makes Goodwood Veterinary Care feel like home.

Paws-itive reviews

Very accommodating, welcoming staff. Vet techs are friendly, efficient and kind to your pets. Two veterinarians. Both are very approachable, informative, knowledgeable and down to earth. I began using this clinic when I lived nearby; now I live over 20 miles away and have no plans to change. Love the vibe, highly recommend.

Midas W.

Paws-itive reviews

We love it and more importantly, so do my fur babes! They are very attentive and friendly.

Ashley T.

Paws-itive reviews

Love them! Very patient with my older, skittish pup 🙂

Mikaela K.

Paws-itive reviews

We love Capital Heights Vet! The staff is so considerate and professional. They always call me to follow up with my appointment and make sure my pets are feeling better. They keep everything very simple and do not try to sell unnecessary product or services.

Lucy H.

Paws-itive reviews

This is by far THE BEST vet clinic in BR!! I’ve used several in town however; the dedication, love, and commitment Dr. Davis and all the techs have shown my little girl during a time of intense pain for her and emotions for dad was incomparable!!! They truly and clearly care and love the babies they see and they show it by going ABOVE and BEYOND. Highly recommended 10/10.

Mark B.

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