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Pet Heartworm Prevention in Sarasota, FL
Pet Heartworm Prevention in Sarasota, FL

Pet Heartworm Prevention in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Parasites in Sarasota, FL
Dog Parasites in Sarasota, FL

Dog Parasites in Sarasota, FL

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Cat Flea and Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL
Cat Flea and Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL

Cat Flea and Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Ultrasounds in Sarasota, FL
Pet Ultrasounds in Sarasota, FL

Pet Ultrasounds in Sarasota, FL

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Flea and Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL
Flea and Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL

Flea and Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL

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Puppy Care in Sarasota, FL
Puppy Care in Sarasota, FL

Puppy Care in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Allergy Management in Sarasota, FL
Dog Allergy Management in Sarasota, FL

Dog Allergy Management in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Vaccinations in Sarasota, FL
Pet Vaccinations in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Surgical Services in Sarasota, FL
Pet Surgical Services in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Lab Work in Sarasota, FL
Dog Lab Work in Sarasota, FL

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Cat Allergy Management in Sarasota, FL
Cat Allergy Management in Sarasota, FL

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Exotic Pet Care in Sarasota, FL
Exotic Pet Care in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Dermatology in Sarasota, FL
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Pet Dermatology in Sarasota, FL

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Boarding Your Pet at The University Animal Clinic
Boarding Your Pet at The University Animal Clinic

Boarding Your Pet at The University Animal Clinic

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Cat Lab Work in Sarasota, FL
Cat Lab Work in Sarasota, FL

Cat Lab Work in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Laser Therapy in Sarasota, FL
Pet Laser Therapy in Sarasota, FL

Pet Laser Therapy in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Grooming in Sarasota, FL
Pet Grooming in Sarasota, FL

Pet Grooming in Sarasota, FL

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Cat Microchipping in Sarasota, FL
Cat Microchipping in Sarasota, FL

Cat Microchipping in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Pain Management in Sarasota, FL
Dog Pain Management in Sarasota, FL

Dog Pain Management in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Dental Care in Sarasota, FL
Pet Dental Care in Sarasota, FL

Pet Dental Care in Sarasota, FL

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Pet Wellness Plans in Sarasota, FL
Pet Wellness Plans in Sarasota, FL

Pet Wellness Plans in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Heart Disease Management in Sarasota, FL
Dog Heart Disease Management in Sarasota, FL

Dog Heart Disease Management in Sarasota, FL

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Cat Pain Management in Sarasota, FL
Cat Pain Management in Sarasota, FL

Cat Pain Management in Sarasota, FL

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Veterinary Services For Dogs
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Senior Pet Care in Sarasota, FL
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Dog Flea & Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL
Dog Flea & Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL

Dog Flea & Tick Prevention in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Acupuncture in Sarasota, FL
Dog Acupuncture in Sarasota, FL

Dog Acupuncture in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Microchipping in Sarasota, FL
Dog Microchipping in Sarasota, FL

Dog Microchipping in Sarasota, FL

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Veterinary Services For Cats
Veterinary Services For Cats

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Pet Microchipping in Sarasota, FL
Pet Microchipping in Sarasota, FL

Pet Microchipping in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Grooming in Sarasota, FL
Dog Grooming in Sarasota, FL

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Dog Fleas and Ticks
Dog Fleas and Ticks

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Dog Medications in Sarasota, FL
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OUR VETERINARY CARE COMES WITH

A Highly Trained Staff And Love For All Creatures

Our motto is “Caring Only Requires Love” and we have plenty of love as well as plenty of advanced resources, tools, and facilities to administer our veterinary care.

Our services include check-ups, annual exams, and preventative medicine (wellnessplans). We offer a full range of vaccinations that include rabies, distemper, kennel cough, and the newest rattlesnake vaccine.

We have our on call, Board Certified, Ultra-sonographer specialist, available for your pet’s needs.

Our surgical procedures include; spay, neuter, orthopedics, and internal procedures as well as other intricate surgeries such as (i.e.: ACL(Cruciate) repairs).

We are not limited to dogs and cats, either. We also treat the exotic pets of Sarasota, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch.

Our patients include:

  • Birds
  • Guinea pigs
  • Rabbits
  • Amphibians
  • Snakes and other reptiles
  • Fish
  • Hamsters, gerbils, rats and other small mammals and pocket pets

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Comprehensive Care For Exotic Pets

Exotic pet services include treatment for crop, respiratory infections, lack of appetite or refusal to eat, and various conditions found in exotics

Exotic Pet Care

EMERGENCY VET SERVICES IN

Sarasota, Bradenton & Lakewood Ranch, FL

We also provide guidance, recommendations and assessments on exotic pet housing, lighting, vitamins, diet and health care.

Emergencies that cannot wait are always accommodated during our regular hours. We have the facilities and expertise to treat emergencies that include vehicular injuries, poisoning from ingestion of snail bait, chocolate or other toxic and potentially lethal materials, as well as respiratory distress or severe medical management situations.

Please call ahead, if possible, so we can advise on proper treatment until the pet reaches the emergency room. We also want to prepare our emergency team, which consists of at least one veterinarian and several technicians who work together to save a pet’s precious life.

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Urgent Pet Care Services

Urgent care needs of pets in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Lakewood Ranch regions are also accommodated. If a pet has a condition that is not life-threatening but cannot wait for a regular office visit, call and explain the concern. Our experienced staff can advise on the best options and try to fit a visit in between scheduled appointments. Browse our website for more information, resources and to schedule an appointment by calling our office

Animals Are In Compassionate Hands At Our Veterinary Clinic

  • Dental Cleaning and Minor Oral Surgery
  • Exotics Pet Care
  • Surgery and Specialty Services
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To learn more about our services for your pet, please don't hesitate to contact us today.

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What Our Clients Have To Say

Brought my baby ferret here, Dr. Sam was awesome about letting me ask all of my questions and giving me direct answers (really bothers me when we see a vet for our cats and can’t get clear answers).

Katie Martin

The staff and doctors were extremely helpful and kind. I feel confident in their ability to diagnose and treat my puppies. I’m so thankful they were referred to me by a friend.

Patty Sisson

Most caring and helpful Vet ever. The staff are amazing and are so wonderful with all pets. They take amazing care of my two fur babies. I wouldn’t trust my two pups with anyone else. You can really tell how much the love animals.

Jean Hamilton

By far the best vet I have ever been to! We just moved to the area and by some horrible chance had two pet emergencies in our first month with my pets, Moose and Thor. Not only did they get us in same day..

Joe R

Incredibly grateful to the staff of University Animal Clinic. We have been a customer for over 20 years. They were able to take care of our dog Duke today for an unscheduled appointment for UTI. Couldn’t imagine going to anybody else.

Ellen Wolak

Very welcoming right from the moment I made the first appointment. Due to the COVID virus, I could not go in with my cat to see the vet but she called me and we had a great conversation. They took some blood and a few days later the vet called me with the results.

Cara Pabis

Awesome reptile vet! I thought there was a problem with my bearded dragon so I made an app to bring him in. Dr. Sara was knowledgeable, professional, and down to earth. UAC is clean and doesn’t smell like urine whatsoever. I love coming here and will continue to bring my pets here.

Tresha Keener

This was Tanks first visit and will be his only vet from now on!!! They were helpful, informative and friendly!! Thanks to everyone who works there!!! Tank had a great experience!

Dean Gibson

Yesterday was our first visit to this clinic. I brought my 6 year old Goffin Cockatoo Chance in for a wellness check and nail trim and also to discuss her ongoing feather plucking issues. Dr. Leigh Samanowitz was Amazing as were all the staff.

Margie Bauer

We’ve always had a great experience at University Animal Clinic. The doctors and team are all very knowledgeable and friendly. They get back to you in a timely manner and work with you when it comes to scheduling appointments.

Natalie Platt
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Expanded Services Menu
  • Cat Services

  • Dog Services

  • Exotic Pet Care

  • General Services

  • Cat Allergies
  • Cat Fleas and Ticks
  • Cat Lab Work
  • Cat Microchipping
  • Cat Pain Management
  • Dog Acupuncture
  • Dog Allergies
  • Dog Flea & Tick
  • Dog Grooming
  • Dog Heart Disease
  • Dog Lab Work
  • Dog Microchipping
  • Dog Pain Management
  • Dog Parasites
  • Puppy Care
  • Dog Medications
  • Dental Care
  • Dermatology
  • Grooming
  • Laser Therapy
  • Microchipping
  • Parasite Prevention
  • Senior Pet Care
  • Surgical Services
  • Ultrasounds
  • Vaccinations
  • Wellness Plans
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