Veterinary Extern - General Practice

Veterinary Externship — Houston Cat Hospital (Houston, TX)
Feline-Focused Medicine | Mentorship-Driven | Up to $2,000 Travel/Living Stipend

About the Clinic:
If you love cats, you’ll love us. is a feline-exclusive practice dedicated to providing the highest standard of care in a calm, cat-friendly environment. As part of the NVA network, we offer veterinary students the chance to gain hands-on clinical experience in a setting that is uniquely focused on feline medicine and behavior.

Our team is passionate about mentoring future veterinarians and helping students grow their confidence and skills—whether you’re interested in general practice, feline specialty care, or simply gaining deeper experience with a species-specific caseload.

Externship Experience:
Veterinary externs will work closely with our experienced DVM team and gain meaningful experience in:

• Performing feline-focused physical exams and patient assessments

• Creating diagnostic and treatment plans tailored to feline patients

• Assisting with and observing soft tissue surgeries and dental procedures

• Participating in case management, imaging, lab work, and hospitalization

• Communicating effectively with clients and team members

• Learning about feline behavior, stress reduction, and handling techniques

You’ll be fully immersed in the day-to-day life of a busy cat-exclusive hospital, with direct mentorship and opportunities to sharpen both your clinical and client communication skills.

Program Details:
Location: Houston, TX
Duration: minimum 2 weeks, up to 4 weeks, based on student and clinic availability
Open to: 3rd and 4th year veterinary students in clinical rotations
Stipend: Up to $2,000 for students in clinical year

Why Choose Houston Cat Hospital?

• One-of-a-kind experience in feline-only medicine

• Supportive team with a strong passion for teaching

• Focus on fear-free, low-stress handling techniques

• Ideal for students exploring small animal or feline-exclusive practice

• Located in the heart of Houston, with easy access to the city’s amenities