Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Sarasota, FL
Bay Road Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care for over six decades. Established in 1961, our practice combines extensive experience with a commitment to the highest standards of animal healthcare. Our team of three veterinarians brings a collective 100 years of expertise in treating small animals, exotic pets, and wildlife. As an AAHA-accredited hospital, we adhere to rigorous quality benchmarks that only 12-15% of veterinary practices achieve.Our state-certified veterinary technicians maintain advanced proficiency through continuous education, ensuring we deliver cutting-edge diagnostics and treatment protocols. With dual locations in Sarasota, we offer convenient access to comprehensive pet services while maintaining personalized care for each patient. Our collaborative approach involves pet owners in every treatment decision, fostering partnerships that prioritize each animal's unique health needs.
Services
Wellness Exams
Dental Care
Spay/Neuter
Mass Removal
Emergency Services
Exotic Pet Care
Skin Infection Treatment
Details
- Year established: 1961
Highlights and features
- 60+ years serving Sarasota pet community
- AAHA-accredited veterinary excellence
- 24/7 emergency veterinarian availability
- Specialized exotic pet treatment experience
- Continuously updated diagnostic technology
Associations and certifications
- American Animal Hospital Association
What people say
Best care ever
Compassionate and thorough
Great care exotic pets
Saved our pet's life
Expert emergency treatment
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams ensure early disease detection and preventive care for pets of all ages. Certified veterinarians perform head-to-tail physical assessments, vital sign monitoring, and age-appropriate diagnostic testing. Regular check-ups help maintain optimal health through vaccination scheduling, parasite prevention, and nutrition counseling while establishing baseline health metrics for future reference.
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings and oral health management protect pets from periodontal disease and systemic complications. Our services include digital dental radiography, tartar removal, tooth extractions, and treatment for gingivitis. Preventive care education helps pet owners maintain dental hygiene between professional visits to prevent pain and infection.
Mass Removal
Veterinary surgical excision of suspicious growths with histopathology analysis for diagnosis confirmation. Procedures include pre-anesthetic bloodwork, sterile surgical techniques, and post-operative care instructions. Biopsied tissue samples undergo laboratory analysis to determine malignancy and guide follow-up treatment decisions when necessary.
Emergency Services
24/7 life-saving treatment for traumatic injuries, poisoning, and acute medical crises. Board-certified staff handle critical cases including fractures, lacerations, respiratory distress, and toxic ingestions. Emergency services maintain diagnostic imaging capabilities and surgical readiness for immediate intervention during after-hours emergencies.
Exotic Pet Care
Veterinary expertise for non-traditional pets including reptiles, birds, and small mammals. Specialized knowledge addresses unique nutritional requirements, disease prevention, and environmental housing needs. Treatment plans consider species-specific physiology and behavior for appropriate medical and surgical interventions.
People
David J. Smith
Owner & Chief Veterinarian
VMD with 40+ years experience treating small/exotic animals. Owned Bay Road Animal Hospital since 1980. Graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine (1973). Instrumental in obtaining AAHA accreditation and opening Sarasota's first specialized animal hospital location.
Nan Rosenberry
Associate Veterinarian
DVM from Tufts University with BS in Biological Sciences from Cornell. Practicing veterinary medicine in Florida since 1999. Specializes in canine/feline medicine and surgery. Holds Peace Corps experience in Honduras and extensive international veterinary volunteer work experience.
Dana Tashjian
Associate Veterinarian
VMD graduate of University of Pennsylvania with Zoology BS from University of Maryland. Completed veterinary internship in San Diego. Practicing Florida veterinarian since 2015 with 8 years prior California clinical experience treating diverse animal species.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services are available after hours?
Our hospital provides 24/7 emergency care with on-call veterinarians available for urgent pet medical needs at both Sarasota locations.
Do you treat exotic pets like reptiles and birds?
Yes, our veterinarians have specialized experience treating exotic animals including reptiles, amphibians, birds, and small mammals with tailored care plans.
What wellness exam components should I expect?
Annual exams include physical assessment, vital sign monitoring, dental evaluation, parasite screening, and age-appropriate diagnostic testing with personalized health recommendations.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online or by calling Bay Road West at (941) 366-2275 or Honore and 17th Street location at (941) 378-1236 during business hours.
Are your veterinarians AAHA certified?
Our hospital maintains AAHA accreditation - achieving the organization's rigorous standards for veterinary excellence since 1980.
