The Compassionate TeamBehind Every Wagging Tail
The folks who know your pet by name—and treat them like their own. From routine checkups to complex surgeries, our dedicated team brings decades of expertise and genuine compassion to every visit.
Dedicated Professionals Who Treat Your Pets Like Family
Our team of 12 combines decades of veterinary expertise with genuine compassion for every pet that walks through our doors.
Our Veterinarians
Dr. Dan Jones
Medical Director · DVM
Dr. Jones serves as Medical Director at Skyway Animal Hospital, bringing more than four decades of experience, leadership, and dedication to veterinary medicine.
Dr. Shannon Dalene
Veterinarian · DVM
Dr. Dalene graduated as part of the inaugural veterinary class at Long Island University and completed a rotating small animal internship at BluePearl Tampa/Brandon.
Dr. Jeff Cartzendafner
Veterinarian · DVM
Dr. C believes great medicine starts with trust, communication, and genuine care. He holds a Master of Science from Johns Hopkins University and his DVM from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.
Hospital Leadership
Krista Campbell
Practice Manager · MBA, BS, CVBL
Krista is a passionate veterinary leader who has grown up in the profession, starting as a kennel technician in 2013 and earning her MBA and Certified Veterinary Business Leader designation in 2025.
Missy Voigtmann
Office Manager
Missy brings 26 years of experience working with animals, including 16 years in animal care and behavior and 10 years in veterinary medicine.
Certified Veterinary Technicians
Irene Seybold
Veterinary Technician · CVT
Irene has been part of the Skyway family since 1974, when she graduated from the inaugural Veterinary Technician class at St. Petersburg College.
Karen Chiovera
Veterinary Technician · CVT
Karen brings seven years of veterinary experience and earned her veterinary technology degree from Mount Ida College in Newton, Massachusetts.
Savannah Fredenburg
Veterinary Technician · CVT
Savannah recently achieved an exciting milestone by passing the VTNE and becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician, known for her calm presence and nurturing approach.
Nursing & Support Team
Jasmine Mancini
Nursing Assistant
Jasmine has been working in veterinary medicine for over four years with a true passion for caring for pets and helping their families feel confident and supported.
Lexia Whalen
Nursing Assistant
Lexia recently graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Marine Biology and brings a bubbly personality and strong team spirit to everything she does.
Emily Hernandez
Nursing Assistant
Emily's journey with the team began at the front desk before she discovered a passion for the medical side of veterinary care.
Client Services
Louise H. De Morais
Client Service Representative · CSR
Louise is one of our friendly receptionists who prides herself in being the warm face that welcomes you and your pets the moment you walk in.
Our Mission & Values
We operate with compassion, integrity, and a relentless commitment to delivering exceptional veterinary care.
Compassionate Care for Every Pet
We understand the deep bond between pets and their families. Every day, our team works to provide veterinary care that honors that bond—combining clinical excellence with genuine compassion.
Our mission is simple: give every pet the care we'd want for our own. We're here to make veterinary medicine accessible, compassionate, and effective—no corporate playbook, just good medicine from people who actually care.
Through collaboration with pet owners and continuous advancement of our medical knowledge, we aim to be St. Petersburg's most trusted partner in pet health.
Client Testimonials
Trusted by St. Petersburg Pet Families
Read what our clients have to say about the care their pets receive at Skyway Animal Hospital.
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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We've been bringing our pets to Skyway for over 25 years now. The team here treats our fur babies like their own family — because after all this time, we ARE family. There's nowhere else we'd trust with our pets.
The Martinez Family
St. Pete Natives
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When our senior dog needed emergency care on a Saturday morning, they fit us in immediately. That's the difference between a corporate chain and a place that truly cares.
Jennifer T.
Gulfport
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Dr. Jones took the time to explain everything, never rushed us, and genuinely cared about our cat's wellbeing. That kind of veterinary care is hard to find these days.
Michael & Sarah K.
South St. Pete
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