Our story
Small clinic, big heart.
Mercy Animal Clinic opened in Garland in 2013 with a simple idea: give pets and their people the kind of attentive, honest, affordable care that a big corporate practice can't. More than a decade later, a small tight-knit team still greets your pet by name.
Meet Dr. Rick Hamlin, DVM
A Texas A&M graduate (Class of ’86), Dr. Hamlin has cared for the animals of the Dallas area for nearly four decades. He founded Mercy Animal Clinic in 2013 to practice medicine the way he believes it should be practiced — unhurried, transparent, and genuinely compassionate.
He's also a well-known advocate for animal rescue, working alongside 501(c)(3) organizations across Dallas–Fort Worth to get pets healthy and into good homes. That rescue-first spirit runs through everything the clinic does, from pre-adoption counseling to the way the team handles a frightened patient.
Texas A&M DVM
Founded Mercy
Rescue advocate
What you can count on
The way we treat every pet — and every person.
Treated like family
Gentle handling, calm rooms, and a team that learns your pet's name and quirks. Nobody feels rushed.
Honest & affordable
Clear options and up-front costs. Clients tell us we're noticeably more affordable than nearby clinics.
Plain-English answers
We explain what's going on and why, so you can make the right call for your pet with confidence.
The Mercy team
A small crew who genuinely loves animals.
Dr. Rick Hamlin, DVM
Owner & veterinarian
Nicole Houghton
Practice manager & rescue coordinator
Ashley Kennedy
Surgical technician
Olivia Smith
Veterinary technician
Mo Huerta
Veterinary technician
Elaina Cook
Veterinary technician
Amber Ruic
Head receptionist
“Everyone here genuinely loves animals and takes pride in providing excellent service.” — Lisa Sherrod, verified review
The promise
“Every visit has reinforced how grateful we are to have found a place that treats our pets like family.”
— Frank Tomasheski, verified Mercy Animal Clinic review
Come meet the team.
New patients are always welcome. We'd love to meet your dog or cat.