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UF Veterinary Hospitals

UF Veterinary Hospital

Small Animal Hospital

Offering medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets. Sophisticated diagnostic imaging capabilities and cutting-edge technologies assist our clinicians in the diagnosis and treatment of difficult and complex diseases in your pet.

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UF Veterinary Hospital

Large Animal Hospital

Located at the main campus of the University of Florida in Gainesville, the Large Animal Hospital, built in 1994, provides advanced diagnostics and veterinary care to horses, cattle, alpacas, llamas, goats, pigs, and other large farm or food animals.

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UF Veterinary Hospital

Pet Emergency Treatment Services

Offering care by our emergency and critical care specialists after hours, weekends and holidays to pets in need of immediate care in the Marion County area.

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UF Veterinary Hospital

UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC

Delivering comprehensive veterinary services for both small animal and horses in one premier facility, serving competitors, visitors and the Ocala community.

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UF Veterinary Hospital

UF Diagnostic Laboratories


Our state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory facilities offer clinical and anatomic pathology testing, in addition to a range of microbiology, parasitology and serology services.

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About UF Veterinary Hospitals

Our Patients Each year, we provide exceptional treatment to more than 70,000 animals across our various locations, including specialized care at our main hospitals in Gainesville, as well as our Pet Emergency Treatment Services and the UF Veterinary Hospital at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala.

Our Caseload With one of the highest caseloads among academic veterinary hospitals nationwide, veterinarians throughout the Southeast rely on us to provide top-quality care for their patients.

Our Research Our groundbreaking clinical trials in areas like cancer, allergies, and heart disease not only advance animal health, but also contribute vital data to human medical research.

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News from around the hospitals

Emergency Mystery Solved: Ari’s New Lease on Life

When 15-year-old Ari suddenly developed fever and pain, his owner took him to UF Veterinary Hospitals’ Emergency & Critical Care department to find the cause.

Bella’s Journey: A Havanese Therapy Dog’s Second Chance Through Cardiac Surgery

When Rhonna Rogol and her daughter Alissa Rogol decided to bring a dog into their family’s life 13 years ago, they weren’t just looking for a pet – they were…

Benji’s Journey: A Story of Innovative Care and Recovery

As veterinary professionals, we often encounter cases that challenge our skills and push us to think outside the box. Benji, a 2-year-old husky, was one such case that captured the…

Meet Dyna: One of Our First Puppy Murmur Clinic Patients

Say hello to Dyna, a sweet, spirited puppy who recently became one of the very first patients at the University of Florida Small Animal Hospital Cardiology’s brand new Puppy Murmur…

Hermes’ Success Story: Battling a Rare Colic Condition

When 4-year-old Quarter Horse Hermes developed sudden, severe colic, his owner and primary veterinarian immediately recognized the urgency of the situation. Their quick response allowed Hermes to be transported without…

Equine Herpesviruses (EHV-1 & EHV-4)

December 23, 2025 Update: Second Case of Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Florida December 11, 2025 Update: Single Case of Neurologic EHV-1 Confirmed in Florida December 2025 USEF Webinar on EHV-1…

Protecting Florida Horses through Vaccination

Key Points Routine vaccination is a critical component of developing a preventative health program for horses. Vaccinations help to prime the immune system to respond quickly when a horse is…

Equine Influenza

What is Equine Influenza? Equine influenza, or “horse flu,” is a highly contagious respiratory virus that affects horses of all ages. Similar to the human flu, it spreads through: Common…

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As part of both the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and UF Health, Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to advancing animal, human and environmental health through teaching, research, extension and patient care.

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College of Veterinary Medicine

Ranked #5 among veterinary medical colleges nationwide by U.S. News & World Report, we are Florida’s only College of Veterinary Medicine. We advance the science of animal, human and environmental health.

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Animal Airwaves is a daily radio series that features one-minute segments relating to animal health, ranging from insights into animal behavior to veterinary patient care breakthroughs and trends.

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