Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center - Largo, Florida

Kathleen McCarel

I have Been taking my boxer Vader here since may to get chemo for his lymphoma. He is my absolute best friend and I feel so lucky to have found Dr Fernandez and her techs. They have been so kind compassionate and informative. As an icu nurse I can be very particular about who I trust with my dogs but I felt so comfortable from the start with everyone here. Vader is literally my shadow and hates to leave my side but they have been just so gentle and sweet and I cannot thank them enough for everything because this is such a hard thing to go through and they have just been the best.

Kyle McCormick

This pet hospital/ER couldn’t be any better. Every person who I worked with, spewed nothing but compassion and love towards me and my animals. Their recommendations and willingness to help was greatly appreciated. Their patience with me and my emotional antics during the hardest moment of my life, could be defined as nothing less than genuine love and empathy, and I will never forget the power of compassion and the strength I derived from their kindness.

Not much else can top the grief that comes with losing a fur baby and they couldn’t have done a better job at assisting me with managing my pain and sadness.

Every person working there is an angel, and I will forever appreciate their help, support, and guidance. I know that, because of them, I made the right decision. Thank you all very much. I know my dog Homie is in a better place, and although the pain of losing him will never go away completely, the help, care and trust received from the people here left me no room to second guess or regret my decision.

Barbara

I have been using Tampa Bay Vet Specialists over the years for various ailments: my dog had BOTH ccl’s replaced by Dr Oakes- she is 13 now and we are still walking 2 miles a day!!

My pup also had some moles removed and one was mast cell cancer- Dr Fernandez was amazing, and Dr Oakes removed the cancer flawlessly.

These vets are great, caring and my sweet dog is thriving because of them!

I am grateful! Thank you.

Highly recommend!

This is my baby; Monster

Ann Stephenson

My senior beagle was bitten on her ear by a rattlesnake the day before Hurricane Milton was set to arrive. I found her on my patio almost comatose, covered in drool and diarrhea. She had been inside the fenced backyard for no more than 30 minutes while I was prepping for the hurricane. TAMPA Bay Veterinary Specialists saved her life. Even though they were going to have to close their office later that evening, they were able to administer antivenin and stabilize her so she could be transferred to a critical care vet that had backup generators. This is the 2nd time this practice has saved my dogs' life and I am eternally indebted to them. They are very knowledgeable, kind, caring, accommodating, and were very good at keeping me informed. I highly recommend them.

Candy McBride

While on vacation my elderly dog became very sick. Dr Randall was so easy to speak with she explained everything and provided me with reasons to consider each test recommended. She also gave me her opinion of what she was leaning towards. I was able to make a good decision for my pet based on this interaction. I did not elect all her recommendations. She prescribed some medicine one I was hesitant due to side effects and she once again explained the benefits out weighs the side effects and I was satisfied. The staff was very friendly and compassionate. The fees for this visit was extremely reasonable, for my dog receives regular vet care and diagnostic tests. Highly recommend this hospital.

Melanie McGavern

The specialists here are fantastic. I’m a veterinarian, and I refer patients here for specialty services that my general practice doesn’t provide. It’s also where I take my own pets when they are in need of a specialist. I’ve used their services for cardiology consult with my yorkie, internal medicine and emergency for my Persian and most recently Morkie Leo had ACL and luxating patella repair with the wonderful surgeon Dr. Matt Oaks! So glad for TBVS to be able to provide the specialty care we need! It’s where vets take their pets!

Jeanette Hensell

The entire staff was over the top AMAZING! Everyone is so professional, knowledgeable and super nice. The Doctor and Technician did not rush the appointment , they spent time with me explaining the diagnosis and plan forward. They were truly caring with Rudy and made the experience so much much better than expected

Isabella Acampora

As always, the staff at Tampa Bay is wonderful and I have been coming there for many years. This visit was to Dr. Fauske in cardiology for my dogs 6 month checkup. The visit went great, the doctors intern and assistant did a wonderful job explaining everything before and after. I recommend this facility to all my pet friends, and have referred them here for any specialist they may need.