Animal Clinic
The Animal Clinic is committed to providing affordable, quality medical care to keep pets safe and in their homes. As a non-profit provider, we believe all pets deserve access to medical services to prevent future health problems. The Animal Clinic’s mission is to provide the preventative care your pet needs at an affordable rate.
Since opening in 2016, the Animal Clinic has treated more than 30,000 patients. The Animal Clinic is a program of the Humane Society of Sarasota County, meaning all Animal Clinic proceeds support the care of the cats and dogs in the shelter.
The Animal Clinic is a wellness-focused practice. The Animal Clinic does not operate as a full-service veterinary practice, nor are we able to offer emergency medical care.
HSSC's Animal Clinic strives to be an affordable resource for pets and owners in our community. If you are having trouble affording your pet's veterinary care, we can work with you. Please contact us to discuss your options.
Location
**The Animal Clinic is now located within the main HSSC shelter campus.**
2331 15th St
Sarasota, FL 34237
Get Directions
Beginning July 24, 2023, the Animal Clinic is fully operational from our main shelter campus.
Contact Us
Due to high call volume, please consider e-mailing or texting for an appointment.
Call or Text: 941.364.3605
Fax: 941.203.8400
Email: [email protected]
Hours of Operation
Please check this page regularly for updates to our hours of operation.
We will close at noon on Wednesday, January 31st for all-staff training. We will re-open Thursday, February 1 at 8am.
Regular Hours:
Monday: 8am – 5pm
Tuesday–Friday: 8am – 6pm
Closed for lunch each day from 12:30–1:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Download our Mobile App
With the VitusVet app, your pet's health management is in your pocket!
Service reminders and scheduling, refill requests, record storage for vaccinations and labs, logging your pet insurance and microchip information — you’ll find it all in the app. Immediate access anytime, anywhere. You can even share information with others such a family members, boarding facilities, and groomers. The app enables you to communicate directly with the Animal Clinic for quick, easy responses.
The app is free to use and available for Apple and Android devices. Click here from your mobile device to get started.
Services & Pricing
Click the gray bars to expand each section and learn more about our service offerings and pricing. For specific questions, please contact us.
Vaccination appointments can only be made for up to 2 animals at a time. For 3 or more pets, please make separate appointments.
Prices are subject to change without notice. These prices are in effect as of January 2024. A $15 intact fee will be applied to any unaltered pet. A deposit of $25 is required at the time of booking for all surgical appointments including dentistry, spay, and neuter.
If you are a new client please fill out the Animal Clinic New Patient Form (PDF).
The Animal Clinic offers core preventative programs to ensure pets remain free from harmful parasites like fleas, ticks, and heartworms. We also offer annual core vaccinations to prevent pets from getting sick from exposure to harmful viruses and diseases. We stress the importance of microchipping pets in case they ever get lost. We offer affordable spay and neuter services to prevent unplanned litters of cats and dogs (and keep them from ending up at animal shelters). We also perform routine dentistry.
Preventative Care Services:
Heartworm and Fecal Testing
Annual Core Vaccinations
Cats: FVRCP
Dogs: DA2PP
Rabies
Additional vaccinations available based on patient’s lifestyle
Microchipping
Flea, Tick, and Heartworm Prevention
Dentistry
Spay and Neuter surgeries
Fast Facts
- Online scheduling: Yes
- Patient Portal: Yes
- Appointment reminders: Yes (email, phone, text)
- Accepting new patients: Yes
- Same-day appointments: Yes, based on availability. Call to schedule.
- Cancellation Policy: 24-hour notice required
- Income Requirements: No
- Payment Methods Accepted: Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express (payment plans available)
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- No checks accepted
- Preventative care: Yes
- Medical/diagnostic care: Call for availability
- Urgent/emergency care: No
- Online pharmacy and store: Yes
Client Resources
- Request an Appointment
- Animal Clinic New Patient Form (PDF)
- HSSC uses Fear Free® methods to look after pets' physical and emotional wellbeing. Here are some great tips for making your pet's next vet trip a positive experience.
- The Animal Clinic does not offer emergency care. Please contact one of these local emergency animal hospitals:
Urgent Vet: 941.867.7200
Animal ER of University Park: 941.355.2884
BluePearl: 941.923.7260
Suncoast Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center: 941.929.1818
Vet Care Express Animal Ambulance: 941.592.5131
BluePearl: 941.923.7260
Veterinary Medical Center at Lakewood Ranch: 941.739.1800
Poison Control: 855.764.7661 There is a fee for this service. - The Animal Clinic follows the recommended care guidelines set by the American Veterinary Medical Association. At minimum, we recommend an annual examination, broad-spectrum parasite control and immunizations, and bloodwork. Comprehensive bloodwork is strongly recommended for senior pets (7 years and older). Because every animal is unique, the Animal Clinic staff will tailor your pet’s care to its specific lifestyle, life stage, and medical history.