Walton County Animal Clinic

Defuniak Springs, FL

At a glance

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

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

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At Walton County Animal Clinic, our experienced veterinary team provides compassionate veterinary care to the pets of Defuniak Springs, FL, and nearby neighborhoods

Dr. Blackwood and I purchased Walton County Animal Clinic in 1985. I worked full-time as our Office Manager and Veterinary Assistant until 1998 when I resumed teaching school. I returned to the clinic part-time in 2006 after completing coursework in veterinary dental hygiene and continue working at the clinic in this capacity. In 2012, Dr. Blackwood and I started the Animal Sterilization Assistance Program (A.S.A.P.) of Walton County, which helps clients financially with spaying and neutering in our community

Mission — We are dedicated to providing a safe and comfortable environment for our patients and their owners while never compromising on the quality of our medical and surgical care

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
13
Support staff
17
Total team

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

Services in detail

Wellness careVaccinationsOrthopedic surgeryEmergency carePet dental cleaningSpaying and neuteringAdvanced orthopedic surgeryRoutine wellness carePet medical servicesPet surgical servicesPet wellness programsPet dental disease treatment
Show all 13 services
Pet emergency & urgent care

Memberships

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Appointments & hours

Book online

Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM Wed: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM

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Frequently asked

Is Walton County Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — Walton County Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

Does Walton County Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+

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

What services does Walton County Animal Clinic offer?+

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

When was Walton County Animal Clinic established?+

Walton County Animal Clinic has served the Defuniak Springs, FL community since 1985.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 360 reviews

The veterinary team is widely regarded as compassionate, knowledgeable, and patient-focused, providing thorough explanations and gentle handling for pets. The clinic features a clean environment and strong communication, with staff often going above and beyond to accommodate urgent needs and follow up on care. However, some experience significant wait times, scheduling difficulties, and occasional friction regarding costs and billing transparency.

Frequently praised for

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

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