Santa Cruz Animal Clinic

Brandon, FL

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Emergency End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At Santa Cruz Animal Clinic in Brandon, Florida, we prioritize your pet's well-being through compassionate and dedicated veterinary services

Proudly serving Brandon since 1971, trusted for years of compassionate, dependable pet care

Mission — Santa Cruz Animal Clinic is dedicated to providing outstanding veterinary care for the Brandon community pets, offering customized treatment plans for every patient. Your pet's health and comfort are our highest priorities

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Support staff
4
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital radiologyUltrasoundIn-house labLaser therapy

Services in detail

Wellness Care and ExamsVaccinationsIllness / Injury & SickDiagnostics & ImagingSpay & NeuterParasite PreventionDewormingMicrochippingPet SurgeryNutrition & Diet CounselingUrgent CareEmergency CareExotic Pet CareAdvanced SurgeryLaser TherapyPharmacyDental Care

Appointments & hours

Mon-Fri: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Sat: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Santa Cruz Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — Santa Cruz Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

Does Santa Cruz Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+

Santa Cruz Animal Clinic offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Santa Cruz Animal Clinic treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Santa Cruz Animal Clinic offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Santa Cruz Animal Clinic offer?+

Santa Cruz Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Santa Cruz Animal Clinic established?+

Santa Cruz Animal Clinic has served the Brandon, FL community since 1971.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 620 reviews

Santa Cruz Animal Clinic provides independent veterinary care in Brandon, Florida, with a long-standing reputation spanning decades. The practice is widely regarded for its compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team and friendly, welcoming support staff who handle pets with exceptional gentleness and patience, including exotic species and anxious animals. The facility is consistently described as clean, pleasant, and well-maintained. While many clients experience prompt and efficient visits with thorough explanations of treatments, some visitors experience extended wait times in examination rooms and occasional billing or pricing frustrations. Overall, the practice remains a trusted destination for comprehensive pet health needs, ranging from routine wellness and exotics care to surgical procedures and end-of-life support.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.