University of Florida Veterinary Hospital

University of Florida Veterinary Hospital is a veterinarian in Gainesville, FL. The facility provides medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets through its Small Animal Hospital, while the Large Animal Hospital delivers advanced diagnostics and treatment for horses, cattle, alpacas, llamas, goats, pigs and other large farm or food animals. Diagnostic laboratories offer pathology, microbiology, parasitology and serology services, and both hospitals operate 24 / 7 emergency care. The hospitals serve pet owners, livestock producers, referring veterinarians and the broader community, including visitors to the university campus, and they have received a 3.00 rating based on one review.

Established to deliver advanced diagnostics and care for patients of all species, the UF Veterinary Hospitals also function as a clinical teaching environment for future veterinarians. The institution describes itself as a world leader in patient care and veterinary education, emphasizing integrity, teamwork, innovation, trust, compassion, accountability and excellence in its service to patients and referring veterinarians. With one of the highest caseloads among academic veterinary hospitals nationwide, the staff participates in groundbreaking clinical trials in areas such as cancer, allergies and heart disease, contributing data that benefits both animal and human health.

The hospital is located on SW 16th Ave, a short distance from Archer Road and just a few blocks from the University of Florida campus. It sits about 0.2 miles from the University of Florida Health Davis Cancer Pavilion and the UF Medical Plaza, and roughly 0.3 miles from Gainesville Fire Station No. 2.

The combination of cutting‑edge diagnostic capabilities and a strong academic mission makes University of Florida Veterinary Hospital a distinctive veterinary resource for Gainesville and its surrounding area.