Companion Animal Hospital of North Florida
Companion Animal Hospital of North Florida is a general practice in Jacksonville, FL. Procedures include Surgeries, Microchipping, Vaccinations, and Anal gland expressions.
About
Companion Animal Hospital of North Florida is a full-service veterinary clinic located in Jacksonville, providing primary care for dogs and cats. The practice focuses on preventive medicine, offering annual wellness checkups, vaccinations, dental exams, and nutritional counseling. In addition to medical care, the clinic provides routine surgical services, pharmaceuticals, and basic grooming services such as baths, nail trimmings, ear cleaning, and anal gland expressions.
Serving the Jacksonville community, including the Deerwood and Southside areas, the clinic operates by appointment only and offers same-day scheduling. While the hospital manages routine health and behavioral concerns, it maintains a network of trusted specialists for cases requiring advanced care. For after-hours emergencies, the clinic directs clients to designated local emergency facilities.
Surgical team
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Kristen Zalud
DVM
Kristen Zalud, DVM and the team at Companion Animal Hospital of North Florida are passionate about providing quality veterinary care to the animals in the Jacksonville community and the surrounding areas including Deerwood and Southside.
Procedures
- Surgeries
- Microchipping
- Vaccinations
- Anal gland expressions
- Dental exams
Frequently asked questions
- What services are included in a standard wellness exam?
- A wellness exam at this clinic typically involves a physical assessment of the ears, nose, eyes, skin, coat, teeth, and gums. During the visit, the veterinarian will also listen to the pet's heart and lungs to evaluate their function, record the animal's weight, and assess their overall nutrition.
- Does the clinic provide grooming services?
- The clinic offers basic grooming services for both cats and dogs, including baths, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and anal gland expressions. They do not offer haircuts or shaves, but they can provide referrals to a pet salon for coat management needs.
- How does the clinic handle behavioral issues?
- The team provides guidance and techniques for managing common behavioral issues. For more serious or persistent problems, the clinic may refer the owner to a specialist. Additionally, they have a veterinary behaviorist available for home-visit appointments if required.
- What is the clinic's policy for after-hours emergencies?
- The clinic is closed on Wednesdays and Sundays and does not provide 24/7 emergency care. For any after-hours emergencies, clients are instructed to contact specific local emergency facilities, such as Pure Pet Urgent Response or First Coast Veterinary Emergency.