If you're looking for a veterinarian, don't go to Island Animal Hospital unless you're a…read moremillionaire. If I didn't have an appointment, I would have thought they were closed. There were NO cars in the parking lot in the middle of a weekday. Very strange and should have been my first clue something is off for an office with two vets available and no visible patients. Another clue should have been the "payment responsibility" disclosure they required me to sign before they would even look at my pet. In more than 60 years of pet ownership, I have never had to sign something like that before treatment. I brought my cat in because she had not eaten or had a bowel movement in seven days. After an exam and X-rays, I was told everything was fine and that she was probably pooping somewhere in the house. EXCUSE ME??? As if I hadn't already thought of that and looked everywhere myself. This is a cat who has NEVER done that in the 13 years I've had her. So, I left with no answers, no explanation for why my cat hadn't eaten in a week, no explanation for why she hadn't pooped in a week, and a $250 charge on my credit card. Apparently, at Island Animal Hospital, "everything is fine" is considered a diagnosis. And don't even get me started on the condition of the office. With the fees they charge, one would think they could afford to update the place. It looks like very little has changed since Dr. Moore was there nearly 30 years ago. When your pet hasn't eaten or had a bowel movement for seven days, you expect answers. Instead, I got a guess, a credit card charge, and was sent on my way. No wonder they are still taking new patients when every other vet in town is not. Do yourself a favor and look for another vet.

They took great care of my cat who dislocated his shoulder very caring and very helpful thank you…read moreto all who work there

I recently moved back to the area and needed a vet. I initially reached out because of an emergency…read moresituation. They saw me that afternoon shortly after I called. In fact they are very accommodating with scheduling. This matters! I saw the other reviewer saying the office/location has not been updated in 20+ years. This means zero to me in terms of the service provided here. Yes it could use some sprucing up. However, I've been to spotless vets who had little compassion. This matters! Both Dr Garner Senior and his son Dr Garner helped me through a very difficult time, while being compassionate. They were also extremely reasonable in pricing. I was actually surprised at the low cost. This matters! I am recommending Venice Animal Clinic to all my family and friends because of my experience there. I've found our vet and couldn't be happier!

Great staff--always professional and friendly! We have been with this clinic for over 40 years, and…read moreour pets have always been treated very well!

This wonderful Vet Tech sat with me until all pups were delivered. could not have been more…read morehelpful.

Absolutely!!lLike father like son. Wouldn't ever go anywhere else.Kind,Caring,Professional this the…read morebest practice around

Terrible experience at Myakka River Animal Clinic in Venice with Dr. Dawn Spokowski. What started…read moreas a simple wellness visit turned into one of the most uncomfortable vet experiences I've ever had. During the first visit, she came off cold but recommended a follow-up for my dog's anal glands. At that follow-up, my dog was clearly in distress during the procedure, I even offered to hold him to help, but wasn't allowed, and the assistant holding him got scratched by my screaming squealing very uncomfortable dog. Then I was hit with a surprise $28 "difficult dog" fee that was NEVER mentioned before--even though his behavior was the same at the first visit. When I later asked for help getting my dog seen sooner for a surgery she said should be done ASAP, I was met with sarcasm--she literally compared my question to asking Publix to recommend another store ... like where is the compassion?? It only got worse. When I called to cancel my dog's upcoming surgery, she responded "we figured that." When I asked what that meant, she refused. I told her she is rude and she told me "that's usually what people say can't handle the truth." I said "maam what truth couldn't I handle??" She gave no answer ‍. Final straw--when I said I'd leave a review, she made sure to mention she had photos of her employee's scratched arm, which felt more like intimidation than professionalism. Dr Dawn Spakowsi is rude, dismissive, and lacks basic care her own staff if you ask me. Like why isn't your staff wearing a shirt with sleeves? 0/100 do not recommend Below are Facebook comments from others with similar experiences. SMH so sad.

Dr Dawn is an amazing doctor for my dog. We have had 5 other dachshunds over the years and have…read morealways used her. She seems to love her work healing animals!

Very personable and give a thorough explanation. My dogs…read morefeel comfortable and really enjoy going there.

Dr. Navarro at Sarasota Animal Medical Center was fantastic. He diagnosed and treated my dog for…read moreyeast in his ears. The staff was very efficient. They did a quick swab first to confirm it wasn't mites, then tested the sample under the microscope right away. They cleaned his ears thoroughly and applied medication, and now he's back to running around happily. I really appreciate their professionalism and care. Highly recommend this vet clinic.

Ult the best oncology Vet practice ! Thank you for everything ! Kindness and compassion exuberance…read moreeach n every time!

Dr Ward is the sharpest tool in the tool shed. So impressed with her brain, her care, and the time…read moreshe took with me and not just my fur baby! Great news! My cat is not terminal as was suggested by prior vet! Affordable meds too! Sweet staff as well. So glad I canceled an ultrasound elsewhere and came here. She came highly recommended from friends who brought their German Shepherd and the story they told me of how this woman deeply care for their animal was all I needed.

Just moving into this area and need vet for dogs. Everyone very friendly no waiting and prices…read morelower than vet in Alabama.

You can try and put whatever spin you like on the experience I had with your facility. As far as…read moreI'm concerned all you care about is making money. Fact is my initial request for a prescription for Fluoxetine was ignored. I believed his throwing up was anxiety related and guess what I believe I was correct. He's been on melatonin and has stopped the excessive grooming and more importantly stopped throwing up. Dr Myburgh disagreed with me and insisted it was something he ingested. Keeping in mind he did not review my cats chart to see that it had been over two weeks between visits where my cat did not throw up at all and would have known he was already on a prescription diet which Dr Myburgh suggested as an option on my second visit . He said cats don't throw up when stressed..really?? I do appreciate the refund but quite frankly under the circumstances a full refund should have been given.

We were so impressed and pleased with the very friendly, kind, thorough and skillful service they…read moregave our cat (and us). We are going overseas with our cat, and our travel plans are a bit complex. Dr. Nicole and her staff have been incredibly helpful and patient. They treated our sweet but easily spooked cat very capably, and no scratch wounds were experienced. Their clinic is clean and bright, and they have great parking. We felt that their pricing is very fair. We highly recommend Veterinary Care of Venice.

Excellent care and friendly staff! Dr. T is very knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend.read more