Admissions
Appointment Policy:
You can either call us for an appointment at (941) 625-0742, or schedule it on-line through Pet Portals. We always try to meet our appointment times but at times emergencies do come in and we may ask you to wait.

We do allow walk-ins, and will tell you if there will be a wait time. Our scheduled appointments will come first unless there is an emergency and then the patients will be treated in order of severity.

Pre-surgical Policy:
We will be in contact with each patient prior to surgery to discuss the protocol for admissions. Standard admissions are usually done between 7:30a.m. and 8:00a.m. Please allow enough time for us to review your pet's healthcare plan, discuss the procedure, sign the consent forms and make sure that we have all the correct information needed to contact you with an update. We at The Animal Clinic believe in the importance of client communication and would like to have that time in the morning to be available to answer any of your questions.

Emergency Services:
We have you covered. The Veterinary Emergency Clinic covers our calls when we are not available. This service is not intended to serve as a substitute but rather an extension of our services.

The Veterinary Emergency Clinic is located at 17829 Murdock Circle located on the access road across from Sears at The Port Charlotte Town Center Mall. Their phone number is (941) 255-5222.

In Case of Emergency:
If your pet has a medical emergency AFTER regular office hours:
  • REMAIN CALM
  • Protect your pet from any further harm—being careful not to be bitten or scratched.
  • Dial 255-5222 and explain the problem to the Emergency Clinic technician.
  • Follow instructions given to you over the phone
  • Drive safely