Bay Road West

(941) 366-2275

Honore and 17th street

(941) 378-1236

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The Bay Road Animal Hospital Team in Sarasota, FL

The Bay Road Animal Hospital Team

About Our AAHA Accredited Animal Hospital in Sarasota, FL

At Bay Road Animal Hospital, our goal is to keep animals healthy and to keep their humans happy as a result. We use the latest technology and veterinary practices, along with the best in customer service, to achieve these goals. We have two locations in the Sarasota, FL, area, and both are AHAA accredited. This accreditation means we hold the highest standards the American Animal Hospital Association has set in its policies.

Our Story

Our veterinarian, Dr. David J. Smith, is the current owner of the practice. He bought it in 1980 from his business partner, Dr. William Greene, after having joined the practice in 1974. Dr. Smith helped get our animal hospital its AAHA accredited status, and was one of the first to do so in the Sarasota, FL area. He was also instrumental in opening our second location in East Sarasota. We have been in business for more than 30 years, and our commitment to the well-being of pets has always been our priority.

The Diagnostic Process

We want pets to be as healthy as they can be, so we don't take any shortcuts. Every visit is important. We look for the problem rather than simply prescribing medicine to treat it. We believe that finding the issue at hand will help us to better treat your pet. Our veterinarians go through the same four-part process in each case.

  • Pet History: This is the starting point and the most vital step. We gather information based on your observations about your pet. We may ask about your animal’s diet, vaccinations, illnesses, and so forth.
  • Physical Exam: The examination of your pet's body is essential to finding out what the problem is. We will examine your animal’s body from head to toe, including areas of concern.
  • Tests: Often, the first two steps allow us to determine the problem. When there are still questions about the issue, we may do some diagnostics. Our technicians are certified in lab work, which reduces the chance for error.
  • The Diagnosis: At this point, we should have enough information to determine the problem and offer some solutions. We will provide treatment to help ensure a speedy recovery for your pet.

Why AAHA Accredited

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) was established in 1933 by leaders in the veterinary profession. AAHA is the only organization to accredit companion animal veterinary hospitals. To become AAHA accredited, companion animal hospitals undergo regular, comprehensive onsite evaluations by AAHA veterinary experts who evaluate each practice on more than 900 standards of veterinary care. This ensures that we offer a high level of service in diagnostics, pharmacy, management, medical records, and the quality of the facility itself. For more information on AAHA visit https://www.aaha.org/.

Schedule An Appointment With Us

Our veterinarians and staff at Bay Road Animal Hospital in Sarasota, FL are ready to help take care of your pet. Make an appointment online or by calling us at (941) 366-2275 (Bay Road and Osprey) or (941) 378-1236 (Honore and 17th). Schedule with us today!

Veterinary Technicians

  • Missy
    Missy H
    Head CVT

    Missy first started at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 2003. She took the last few years off to pursue an interest in a specialty practice but rejoined the Bay Road team in early 2022. Missy received her AS Degree in veterinary technology from Penn Foster in 2013. With her many years of experience and advanced skill set she effortlessly moved up into our Head CVT position in August. When Missy is not working, she loves spending her time training her horses, participating in rodeos and spending time with her family.

  • Lela
    Lela W
    CVT
    Lela began working at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 1984 after she graduated from The University of Florida with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Forest Resource Conservation. While working at Bay Road, Lela received her AS degree in Veterinary Technology from St. Petersburg College. She is a Florida native and lives in Myakka City with her husband, two boys, and many animals.
  • Daniella
    Daniella L,
    CVT

    Daniella joined the Bay Road team in 2018. She started as a veterinary assistant, then moved into a scribe position and is now a veterinary technician assistant. She is currently enrolled in school and working towards being a certified veterinary technician. She loves to provide the customers and patients with the best care and support she can.

  • Gabby
    Gabby R,
    CVT

    Gabby joined the Bay Road team in early 2022 as a veterinary assistant. She recently enrolled in the Veterinary Technology program at Penn Foster and is now working more as a technician assistant to help further her education. Gabby lives on a small farm east of Sarasota and has a variety of pets ranging from dogs, cats and guinea pigs to sheep and goats to even a gecko named Chip. When Gabby is not working or completing schoolwork, she loves spending time with her family and friends.

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    Jimmy S,
    CVT

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  • Nicole Kupser,
    RVT

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  • Brianna Waits,
    CVT

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Office Hours

Doctors On-Call 24 Hours a Day

Bay Road West

Monday - Friday

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday, Sunday

Closed

Honore and 17th Street

Monday - Friday

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday, Sunday

Closed

Bay Road West

Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, Sunday
Closed

Honore and 17th Street

Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, Sunday
Closed

Contact Us

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