Veterinary Practice dedicated to serving our community and the pets they love. We offer specialized expertise.
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Our "behind the scenes" care emphasizes cleanliness and attention to every detail to make your pet healthy and happy. That's why our motto is "Modern medical care delivered with old fashioned customer service." Dr. Ott has gained regional and national recognition for one of the first centers for treating feline hyperthyroidism. Our Cat Thyroid Center opened in 1999 and has treated over 2000 cats with this disease from as far away as Colorado, Tennessee, New York, Puerto Rico, Brazil and Nassau.
08/02/2025
🎒 Back-to-school season is here... is your pet ready?
Sudden schedule changes can catch our pets off guard, especially those prone to separation anxiety.
A little prep now can help them feel secure:
✅ Start easing into the school-year routine early
✅ Practice short separations to build comfort
✅ Create a cozy, enriching space for solo time
✅ Leave puzzle toys or worn t-shirts with your scent
✅ Talk to us about anxiety treatment options
07/26/2025
If your pet could only keep 4 things…what priorities are they choosing?
Pick wisely & tag a fellow pet parent to make their impossible decision. ⬇️
07/24/2025
Is your pet ready for all the summer fun? ☀️
Hot days and outdoor adventures can come with new health needs, but we’ve got you covered! Our Happy Healthy Pets® Care Plans include preventive essentials like wellness exams, vaccines, and parasite protection to help your pet stay healthy all summer.
For a limited time, there is no enrollment fee when you sign up using code SUMMER25
The eyes. The pose. The purr. What are they really saying? Wellness checkups help us understand what your cat needs, inside and out.
🐾 You know your cat best, we’re here to support their health. Book their wellness visit today!
07/19/2025
We matched a few popular breeds with sweet treats to celebrate the season — swipe to see if your pet made the list! Drop your own flavor combo in the comments! 🍨
07/17/2025
Bring the p**p (we're serious).… 👀💩
Even healthy-looking pets can have hidden parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and giardia. Left untreated, parasites can cause diarrhea, weight loss, and even be passed to people. That’s why we recommend f***l testing as part of routine care!
Book your pet’s visit and bring a fresh stool sample. Contact us today!
07/12/2025
As a reminder, summer heat can be dangerous for pets, especially dogs with short snouts like Bulldogs, Pugs, and Frenchies.
Watch for signs of overheating like excessive panting or drooling, bright red gums, wobbling, or vomiting. If you notice these signs, get your pet to a cool area, offer water, and call us immediately.
Share this post to help keep our neighborhood pets safe! 💙
07/10/2025
☀️ Summer fun just got healthier and more affordable for your furry best friend! Introducing our "Summer of Wellness" promotion!
For a limited time, get a Happy Healthy Pets® Care Plan with NO ENROLLMENT FEE – that's a $49.95 value! Give your pet the gift of worry-free, comprehensive care all season long.
New kitten at home? Here’s how to help give them the best start:
✔️ Vet visits every 3–4 weeks (until 16 weeks old)
✔️ Kitten-specific food to support development
✔️ Early socialization = less stress later
✔️ Parasite prevention is a must!
Drop a photo of your kitten, past or present, we’d love to see them! 📸
07/05/2025
🥵With the summer heat, remember to check your pet’s water bowl more frequently!
Pets can’t sweat like humans. They cool down through panting and paw pad sweat, so staying hydrated is critical for regulating body temp.
Share this post to help keep other pets safe & hydrated!
07/03/2025
Fireworks may be fun for us, but for pets, they can be scary, and the booms often continue well past the 4th of July. 🌩️ Thunderstorms and other loud noises can trigger anxiety too.
If your pet is showing signs of stress, don’t hesitate to reach out. We can discuss treatment options to help your pet feel safe and secure year-round. 💙
06/28/2025
Suns out, paws out! ☀️
Show us how you and your pet are soaking up the summer—share your favorite moments in the comments!
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Contact The Practice
Send a message to Ruskin Animal Hospital and Cat Thyroid Center:
Our veterinary clinic was started over 47 years ago by Dr. Hal Ott. Although our practice has grown tremendously over the years, our focus on individualized patient care and customer service has not. We are thankful and proud to serve such a wonderful, growing community. We have been voted Best Veterinarian and Boarding Facility in Southshore multiple times thanks to the kind words of recommendation and votes from our amazing clients...THANK YOU!
Dr. Ott, Dr. Waldy, Dr. Heaton, and Dr. Langston bring many years of experience to our facility. They work together with our amazing staff to provide our patients with compassionate and comprehensive care. We are a team and we are dedicated to serving our clients and the pets they love.
We offer a variety of services. The list below is not comprehensive, so feel free to call or email us with any questions you may have. You can even schedule your appointments online, anytime through our page, Google Business Page, or website. We look forward to hearing from you!
Preventative Care: Wellness exams, vaccinations, bloodwork, heartworm testing, f***l exams, nutritional support, heartworm and flea prevention,...
Problem/Sick Visits: We are experienced and equipped to help the smallest of problems to emergency situations and everything in between.
Diagnostic Services: Modern, full service lab on site, referral laboratory services, digital radiography, ECG, Blood Pressure...
Specialist Support: Board Certified Radiologists available to consult on radiographs taken on site, ECG Review by Board Certified Cardiologist, Ultrasound and Echocardiogram w/Internist Consultation scheduled on site
Surgical Services: We offer a variety of routine and non-routine surgical services from spays to gastrointestinal foreign body removal. Each patient gets an individualized anesthetic plan that emphasizes safety and pain control.
Dental Services: We provide routine dental cleanings, digital dental radiography, as well as dental extractions. We can also help educate you on how to keep your pet’s teeth happy and healthy!
Boarding Services: Let us care for your fur kids when you cannot. Our resort staff love to pamper our boarders! We also offer large VIP Suites with remote viewing, so you can see your pups from anywhere. A complimentary bath is given to any dog staying with us for a week or longer, so they get a spa day too!
Drop Off Appointments/On Site Pharmacy/Extended Hours Tuesdays/Online Pharmacy available for our clients convenience.
