St. Francis Animal Hospital

Jacksonville, 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 Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Emergency End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At Saint Francis Animal Hospital, you can expect state of the art medical care for your pet. We believe in nurturing the human-pet bond and creating a harmonious relationship between people and pets. You can expect to be greeted by a courteous receptionist, clean exam rooms, friendly doctors, and caring technicians. We appreciate the role we get to play in your pets’ health care

Dr. Shelton founded Saint Francis Animal Hospital in 2003, where she continues to dedicate herself to caring for animals in the Jacksonville community. We moved locations from Atlantic Blvd to University Blvd West as of November 2023

Mission — We work diligently to treat every patient with quality, comprehensive care – and to protect the special bond that exists between you and your animal

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)

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

Services in detail

Comprehensive Geriatric CareSecond opinionsSurgery (including some specialty surgeries)HospitalizationDentistry with full mouth radiographsRoutine CheckupsDiagnostic ExamsDermatological ExamsHeartworm Checks and TreatmentsFlea ControlParasite PreventionFecal Exams and De-worming Treatments
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Growth RemovalsUrgent careWellness ExamsDental Care

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Frequently asked

Is St. Francis Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — St. Francis Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does St. Francis Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

St. Francis Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

What services does St. Francis Animal Hospital offer?+

St. Francis Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Emergency, and more.

When was St. Francis Animal Hospital established?+

St. Francis Animal Hospital has served the Jacksonville, FL community since 2003.

What reviewers say

55% Mixed sentiment
based on 167 reviews

The veterinary practice offers affordable and compassionate care with a strong emphasis on treating pets gently, especially anxious animals. The facility is known for knowledgeable veterinary professionals who provide thorough explanations and personalized attention within budget. However, scheduling appointments can be difficult, phone communication is frequently challenging, and wait times are often extended.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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