Family-owned and -operated Texas Republic Veterinary Hospital plans to open a clinic at 25011 Lakeview Road, Katy, this summer, clinic manager Jessica Buvinghausen said.

Mark Buvinghausen, her husband, is the veterinarian, and the practice services small companion animals such as cats and dogs.

Born and raised in Katy, Mark Buvinghausen is making house calls for clients as the vet clinic waits for final permits to open the brick-and-mortar location. He previously worked at a veterinarian practice in Richmond. 832-437-8002. www.texasrepublicveterinary.com