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Your Trusted Jacksonville Veterinarian for Comprehensive Pet Care
Companion Animal Hospital of North Florida is a full-service veterinary clinic dedicated to providing comprehensive care for pets in Jacksonville and surrounding areas. Established to serve the local community, our practice combines personalized attention with advanced veterinary services, including wellness exams, dental care, diagnostics, and surgical procedures. Led by Dr. Kristen Zalud, our team prioritizes compassionate, individualized care while supporting community initiatives like K9s for Warriors.We maintain rigorous professional standards, offering state-of-the-art facilities for medical boarding, end-of-life services, and preventive care. Our commitment to transparency is reflected in clear payment policies and partnerships with trusted specialists for complex cases. With decades of combined experience, we ensure pets receive attentive, medically sound treatment in a welcoming environment that prioritizes their comfort and long-term health.
Services
Wellness Care
Dental Care
Diagnostics
General Surgery
Pet Care
End of Life Services
Boarding
Highlights and features
- We offer individualized, attentive veterinary care for pets in Jacksonville and surrounding areas.
- Our team partners with K9s for Warriors to support service dog training for veterans.
- We provide state-of-the-art medical boarding and end-of-life services with dignity.
- Accepted payment methods include cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover.
- Our clinic offers preventive care programs to extend pets' lifespans and reduce costs.
Services
Wellness Care
Our wellness programs focus on disease prevention and early detection through annual exams, vaccinations, and nutritional counseling. We tailor care plans to each pet's age, breed, and lifestyle, offering services like microchipping and parasite prevention. Regular checkups help identify potential issues before they become serious health concerns.
Dental Care
Comprehensive dental services include cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery under anesthesia. We use ultrasonic scaling and polishing to maintain oral hygiene, with referrals available for complex cases. Regular dental exams help prevent systemic health issues linked to oral disease in pets.
General Surgery
We perform routine procedures like spays, neuters, and tumor removals with pre-operative testing and multimodal pain management. Critical cases receive referrals to specialists while maintaining strict safety protocols throughout the surgical process.
Boarding
Our medical boarding provides a safe environment with temperature-controlled kennels, daily exercise, and medication administration. Pets require up-to-date vaccinations, and owners may bring personal items to ensure comfort during their stay in our supervised facilities.
End of Life Services
Compassionate euthanasia options include in-office procedures with family presence. We offer cremation services, grief counseling, and referrals for home hospice care to support pet owners during this difficult transition while maintaining dignity for the pet.
People
Kristen Zalud, DVM
Veterinarian
Dr. Kristen Zalud leads Companion Animal Hospital with expertise in comprehensive pet care, emphasizing preventive medicine and community outreach through initiatives like K9s for Warriors.
Questions
What services does Companion Animal Hospital offer?
We provide wellness exams, dental care, diagnostics, surgeries, medical boarding, end-of-life services, and preventive care programs for cats and dogs in Jacksonville.
Do you accept emergency cases after hours?
For after-hours emergencies, we refer clients to trusted facilities like Pure Pet Urgent Response and First Coast Veterinary Emergency for urgent care needs.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover for all services rendered at the time of visit.
Are vaccinations required for boarding?
Yes, boarders must have current Rabies, DAP, Bordetella, and Fecal tests for dogs, or Rabies and FVRCP for cats to ensure all pets' safety.
Can I schedule same-day appointments?
We offer same-day appointments for urgent needs but do not accept walk-ins without prior scheduling through our PetDesk app or phone system.
Reviews (7)
K. Sh
Dec 27, 2021
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Wonderful staff, great Veterinarian that care about our animals, doctor was able to address my pet's concern and give me feedback on care...
Emily Spires
Dec 16, 2021
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Took my dog here and saw the newest vet. He had poison oak. I did not figure that out by the vets knowledge. She told me it was a flea issue. He did not have fleas. I told her he had been checked to see if he had an allergic reaction from fleas back when we adopted him. She ignored what I said. She just kept on trying to get me to buy more stuff from her. I felt uncomfortable being there. I had called multiple times trying to find a solution to his issues after the meds they prescribed did not work. I had zero help from staff. Probably after the 5th time I called one staff member helped out and
Katherine Birt
Dec 14, 2021
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Ive been bringing our animals (and parents animals) here for 20+years, started with Dr Chambers way back. The doctors here are so caring and I dont think they overcharge or order unnecessary testing. I only have one problem with the practice. The aesthetics! I almost wish I could take up a collection to help them out, new paint and lighting would go a long way. The rotten egg smell is sulfur water (I think) and cant be helped but it is pretty bad. Any waydoes any of this matter? No. What matters is that your pet is well cared for and I dont think youll be disappointed here.
Barbara Kingston
Oct 22, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
New to the area so it was hit or miss. Maxie loves his new vet and they are just what I was looking for.
New to the area so it was hit or miss. Maxie loves his new vet and they are just what I was looking for.
Amy Shubert
Oct 17, 2021
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I'm so happy with the care and service I received at companion animal hospital! I scheduled an appointment for my cat Oliver, since he was having sneezing fits and eye drainage. Companion was able to book me just 2 days out for Oliver's new patient appointment, whereas other hospitals around the area were at least 5 days out. The appointment was fast, easy, and affordable, and the vet was very clear with her instructions.
Jap Dun
Oct 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Reliability
I wish we hadnt waited over 30 minutes in the exam room before someone came in to start asking questions. All was positive after the wait. Staff and doctor were very pleasant and helpful.
I wish we hadnt waited over 30 minutes in the exam room before someone came in to start asking questions. All was positive after the wait. Staff and doctor were very pleasant and helpful.
L. B.
Jun 27, 2021
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Actually nothing. I am very thankful that the office fit us in, even though we have never been there before. The staff was more than thoughtful and kind. Faith was VERY comfortable with everyone that dealt with her . I can not express how much this warmed this Moms heartShe is healing quickly. Will see yall in about 1 2/2 weeks. Grateful
