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Serving St. Pete Families Since 1961

Your Pet's First Visit

For 65+ years, St. Pete families have trusted us with their pets. Tour our modern facilities, meet our team, and see why we make first visits stress-free.

Explore Our Hospital

See why generations of St. Pete families choose Skyway — modern equipment meets old-fashioned care

  • Welcoming Lobby
  • Modern Exam Room
  • Cat-Friendly Area
  • Clean Hallways
  • Surgical Suite
  • In-House Laboratory
  • Our Building
  • Aerial View
Our Facilities

Tour Highlights

State-of-the-art equipment in a warm, family-friendly environment — click any area to learn more

First Visit

What to Expect

From check-in to checkout, we guide you through every step — no surprises, just great care

1

Check-In

Arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete paperwork. Our friendly front desk team will get you settled.

2

Vital Signs

A veterinary technician will weigh your pet and record vital signs like temperature and heart rate.

3

Meet the Doctor

The veterinarian will perform a comprehensive physical exam and discuss your pet's health history.

4

Treatment Plan

We'll discuss findings, answer questions, and create a personalized care plan together.

5

Wrap Up

Schedule follow-ups, receive medications if needed, and get home care instructions.

Be Prepared

What to Bring

A little preparation goes a long way — here's our quick checklist for a smooth visit

Previous medical records

Vaccination history, recent lab work, and any specialist reports

Current medications

Bring bottles or a list of all medications and supplements

Your pet's favorite treats

Helps keep them calm and makes the visit more positive

Leash or carrier

Dogs on leash, cats in secure carriers for safety

List of questions

Write down any concerns or questions you want to discuss

Payment method

We accept cash, credit cards, and CareCredit

Pro tip: Screenshot this checklist!
Getting Here

Parking & Arrival

Location

3258 5th Avenue South, St. Petersburg, FL 33712

Free Parking

Convenient parking in front of our building.

Arrive Early

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for paperwork.

Aerial view of Skyway Animal Hospital
Our Team

Meet the People Who'll Care for Your Pet

Our experienced veterinarians and compassionate staff treat every pet like family. Many of our team members have been with us for years — because when you find a great place to care for animals, you stay.

Our veterinary team
Team member caring for a cat
Dr. Cartzendafner with a patient
Meet Our Team