Your Veterinary Team in Spring, TX
Meet Dr. Marshall Beggs and his exceptional support team at locally owned Houston Pet Dental. We look forward to educating you about your pet’s dental needs and providing your companion with the comfort they deserve.
Dr. Marshall Beggs, DVM
Dr. Marshall Beggs is a staunch advocate for reliable, routine pet dental care. He grew up in West Texas, determined to follow his lifelong goal to become a veterinarian. He has been blessed with amazing mentorship, opportunities, and education along the way, which have driven him to create a one-of-a-kind veterinary clinic.
Dr. Beggs has worked in general practice for over 14 years, focusing on reconstructive and soft tissue surgeries, ultrasonography, and...you guessed it, dentistry! He has developed a passion for providing pets with comfort in one of the most overlooked and under-treated areas, oral health care. “We see far too many pets enduring pain every year with dental disease.”
Something more common than knee injuries, heartworm disease, and fractured bones deserves more attention. Dr. Beggs believes our pets deserve a comfortable mouth and prevention is the first step! He has made it his mission to better serve your pets by making routine oral care more accessible to everyone. Just because something is out of sight doesn’t mean it’s not a problem! And just because pets are eating does not mean that they are not suffering! "During our preventative oral assessments we commonly find hidden painful lesions, which allows us to take early action against some oral cancers. Early thorough examinations go far beyond oral care."
Dr. Beggs has training in advanced maxillofacial surgery, tooth root retrieval, dental bonding/composite treatment for acute enamel defects, unilateral symphyseal sparing rostral mandibulectomy, oral and facial mass biopsy and mass removal, congenital or traumatic cleft palate repair, gingivectomy and epulis removal, apical tooth root granulomas, segmental mandibulectomy, lip fold dermatitis resection, deciduous tooth extraction, oronasal fistula repair, full mouth extractions, rostral maxillectomy, tongue amputations, crown amputations, and periodontal disease therapy. He is also currently enrolled in a comprehensive 8-month training dental course to better serve his patients. "Dental cleanings and assessments have come a long way since I was a technician over 20 years ago.” We are more strategic in our planning, we have improved pet monitoring, and more extensive imaging, all of which provide better supportive care, and improved detection of oral concerns that we can treat, allowing us to keep your pets more comfortable.
When he is not helping pets and their owners, Dr. Beggs enjoys spending time with his family and being outdoors. He enjoys cooking and fishing and he and his family attend Journey Church. He has an amazing wife, Colleen, and two children, their son Hudson and daughter Paisley. They also have two crazy spoiled pets, Ruddy the Irish Setter and Forrest the French Bulldog.
Dr. Beggs looks forward to helping you maintain your pet’s healthy and comfortable smile!
Support Team
Jennifer, Technician
Jennifer is one of our techs at Houston Pet Dental. She is bilingual, speaking both English and Spanish fluently. Her favorite breed of dog is a Doberman, she has two at home, Joseph and Maya. She also has a Rottweiler named Rosie and a Chihuahua mix named Chula. In her free time, she likes to play Pokémon, sleep, and go on picnics with her dogs and husband.
Kerstie, Technician
Kirstie has 15 years of experience as a technician and is passionate about veterinary surgery and client education. She has worked in various animal hospitals, gaining extensive experience with companion animals. She loves the challenges that veterinary dentistry provides, as each patient’s needs are very different. “There is always something new to learn that we can pass on to our clients. Striving to be the best for our patients and clients is very important to me.”
Kirstie loves visiting state and national parks with her husband and 12-year-old son. She also enjoys a good cup of coffee and reading. At home, she has a Husky, two German Shepherds, and two cats.
Kylie, Technician Assistant
Passionate about the well-being of animals, Kylie is a dedicated individual with an Associate’s Degree in Science and ongoing studies in Animal Science and Marine Biology. Aspiring to make a difference in the lives of our furry friends, she bring’s enthusiasm and knowledge to my role as an Oral Veterinary Technician Assistant.
When not immersed in her studies or caring for beloved pets at work, you’ll find her exploring new destinations alongside her husband. Her family includes Zeke, a 7-year-old Lab Retriever mix who never fails to brighten our days with his playful antics; along with Mr. Yogurt, the charming Harlequin cat whose mischievous nature adds laughter to every moment spent together.
With each experience shaping her into a compassionate caregiver both professionally and personally.
Meg, Client Service Specialist
Meg oversees our client service team and ensures a great experience for pet owners and their furry friends. She moved here from Australia with her husband and grew up on a cattle farm in Tasmania. Meg believes prevention is better than a cure and has extensive experience in animal vaccines and parasiticides. “Once I started working with Dr. Beggs I became much more aware of our pet’s dental needs and the impact it can have on their quality of life. There is so much more to oral health care than just giving your pet a dental chew or even brushing their teeth.”
With 15 years of experience in veterinary pharmaceuticals, research, farming operations, and companion animal hospitals across Australia, Europe, and the US, Meg holds a bachelor's degree in animal science and a master's in veterinary immunology. She has one fur baby, Mr. Rigby, who enjoys his senior life with a healthy but wonky smile. Meg loves cooking, traveling, and exploring new cuisines.
Kelsey, Licensed Veterinary Technician
Kelsey is a Licensed Veterinary Technician who has a Bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University in Animal Science with a minor in Pre-Veterinary Medicine. She has experience in both emergency and day practice animal clinics. Her favorite thing about the veterinary industry is being able to make a difference in the lives of pets and their owners. At home, Kelsey and her boyfriend have a 4-year-old black cat named Spooky who is always ready for their attention. In here free time, she likes to play board games with her family and friends.