Sarasota Animal Hospital

04/25/2026

Today we celebrate Veterinarian Day and take a moment to recognize the incredible dedication behind the care our patients receive every single day.
A special thank you to Dr. Mark Downing for his leadership, compassion, and commitment to excellence. Your impact is felt not only in the lives of the animals you treat, but in the trust and comfort you bring to their families. We also want to extend our heartfelt appreciation to all of our relief veterinarians. Your flexibility, skill, and willingness to step in whenever needed keep everything running smoothly and ensure our patients always receive the highest standard of care. Veterinary medicine takes heart, resilience, and an unwavering love for animals—and we are so grateful for each of you who brings that to our team. Happy Veterinarian Day! 🐾💙

04/21/2026

We’re excited to celebrate a big milestone at Sarasota Animal Hospital! Please join us in congratulating Olivia on becoming a Certified Veterinary Assistant! Olivia has worked hard to grow her skills and knowledge, and this achievement reflects her dedication to providing the best care possible for our patients. We’re so proud to have her as part of our team and can’t wait to see all she continues to accomplish. Next time you’re in, be sure to give her a big congratulations! 💙🐶🐱

04/20/2026

Drum roll, please! The AHS has released their new heartworm incidence map and survey. The bad news? Heartworm disease is being diagnosed nationwide. The good news? Heartworm disease is PREVENTABLE. https://bit.ly/4c8QNj2

04/13/2026

Notice of Tuesday Closure - We would like to inform you that our office will be closed for the entire day on Tuesday 04/14 due to necessary plumbing repairs. This temporary closure will allow us to complete essential maintenance and ensure a safe and comfortable environment for everyone. We will resume normal operations on the following business day Wednesday the 15th. If you have any urgent matters, please feel free to contact us at via petdesk/email, and we will do our best to assist you as promptly as possible. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Thanks,
SAH Team

04/10/2026

Starting Monday the 13th!!

2026 Merck Limited Time Offers: April 13th to May 31st

Buy 2 Bravecto®, get a $25 Instant Rebate

Buy 4 Bravecto®, get a $55 Instant Rebate

Buy 2 Bravecto® and 6 Sentinel®, get a $50 Instant Rebate

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03/24/2026

🎉 BIG NEWS FROM OUR TEAM! 🎉

We are proud to announce that we have successfully achieved AAHA Reaccreditation through the American Animal Hospital Association! 🐾

This accomplishment reflects our continued commitment to providing the highest standard of care for your pets. AAHA-accredited hospitals are evaluated on rigorous standards covering everything from patient care and anesthesia to surgery, diagnostics, and client communication—and we’re honored to meet (and exceed!) those expectations once again.

Reaccreditation isn’t just a one-time achievement—it’s an ongoing promise to you and your pets that we are dedicated to continuous improvement, advanced medicine, and exceptional service.

Thank you for trusting us with your pets’ care. We couldn’t do it without our amazing team and loyal clients! 💙🐶🐱

03/20/2026

Apollo came in today for his cold laser therapy! He was showing off his shades.

03/13/2026

Quick Team Training today 12-2p
Our phones will be off and our doors temporarily locked while our team attends a staff meeting and learns about Sentinel Spectrum—a great option for protecting pets from heartworms, intestinal parasites, and fleas.

We’ll be back and ready to help as soon as the meeting wraps up. Thanks for your patience while we keep learning to care for your pets even better! 💙

03/12/2026

It’s always a great day when we start the day with Puppies. Brookie is here for her 11 week boosters.

03/11/2026

Dr. Mark, Kim, Sarah and the prettiest girl Ashlynn are at Sarasota High School today for their annual Career Fair.

03/06/2026

📣 Sarasota Animal Hospital Staff Meeting Notice
Today from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM, our team will be attending a staff meeting. During this time, our phones will be off and our front door will be locked. This time allows our team to continue training and working together to provide the best care possible for your pets. We will reopen and resume normal operations at 2:00 PM.
Thank you for your understanding and support!
- SAH Team