Veterinarian

Why You'll Love Practicing Here

• Work-Life Balance. Enjoy a flexible part-time schedule with the opportunity to grow into a full-time role as our practice grows.
• A Well-Respected Hospital with Deep Community Roots. Founded in 1974 by Dr. Dennis Mangum, Spencer Animal Hospital proudly served the Pasadena community for more than 50 years, earning a reputation for compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. Today, Practice Manager Alaina Davis-Dr. Dennis Mangum's daughter-continues that family legacy.
• Mentorship & Professional Growth Opportunities. Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced veterinarian, our Medical Director & Co-Owner, Dr. Annelise Nicoletti, is passionate about mentoring, especially those interested in expanding their skills in exotic animal medicine.
• Supportive, Team-Oriented Culture: You're joining a team-not just a practice. Collaboration, respect, and helping one another are at the heart of everything we do. Many of our team members have been with Spencer Animal Hospital for more than 20 years, a testament to the supportive culture and positive work environment we've built.
• Practice High-Quality Medicine with a Diverse Caseload: Enjoy a rewarding mix of wellness, preventive care, surgery, dentistry, laser therapy, dermatology, and exotic animal medicine while providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and preventive care for dogs, cats, exotic pets, and small farm animals. Our appointment-based practice also accommodates urgent care and drop-off appointments as workflow allows. Our recently renovated 3,100-square-foot hospital features four exam rooms, a dedicated surgical suite, and a spacious treatment area-well-equipped to provide exceptional patient care.

About Us

Spencer Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited Small Animal & Exotic General Practice led by Dr. Annelise Nicoletti, our Medical Director and Co-Owner. A lifelong Texan and 2018 graduate of Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Nicoletti has a special passion for exotic animal medicine and is committed to mentoring fellow veterinarians while fostering a collaborative, supportive culture where doctors can continue to grow and thrive.

About Pasadena, Texas

Located just southeast of Houston, Pasadena offers the perfect blend of affordability, convenience, and recreation. Enjoy easy access to NASA's Johnson Space Center, Galveston beaches, professional sports, world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment, all while benefiting from a lower cost of living and no Texas state income tax. Whether you enjoy outdoor adventures, city life, or coastal weekends, Pasadena provides an exceptional place to live and work.

At Spencer Animal Hospital, we are proud of the legacy we have built and the community we serve. If you are looking for a practice where you will be valued, supported, and given the opportunity to grow-both clinically and as a partner-we would love to meet you. Apply today and discover why our team has called Spencer Animal Hospital home for decades.