Paws Bay Animal Hospital

Tampa, FL

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Unknown
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parking
Appointments
Appointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
From the business
Identifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Paws Bay Animal Hospital is a privately owned veterinary hospital serving dogs and cats throughout Upper Tampa Bay, including Oldsmar, Westchase, Town 'n' Country, Citrus Park, and surrounding communities. We provide personalized, evidence-based veterinary care focused on preventive medicine, early disease detection, pain management, and long-term health

Dr. Heather Highbrown founded Paws Bay Animal Hospital together with her husband, Matthew Entwistle, after working in corporate veterinary hospitals in Florida, recognizing the importance of reconnecting with clients and the community

Mission — Our mission at Paws Bay Animal Hospital is to empower pet owners with the knowledge they need to take care of their pets effectively. We believe that education is key to ensuring the well-being of our furry friends, and we strive to provide the resources and support necessary for pet owners to make informed decisions about their pets' health

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)
3
Support staff
4
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital dental radiographs (X-rays)Companion laser therapyContinuous anesthetic monitoring

Services in detail

Wellness & Preventive CareVaccinationsSick & Urgent CareChronic disease/ Senior careDentistrySurgeryTravel & Health CertificatesDiagnostic testingParasite preventionPain managementSenior pet careSoft tissue surgeryOphthalmic (Eye) SurgeryReconstructive & Wound CareComprehensive Oral & Dental SurgeryExotic Pet SurgeryLaser therapy

Memberships

Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce

Appointments & hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm; Tuesday closed; Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm; Thursday 9am - 4pm; Friday 8:30am - 6pm; Closed Saturday and Sunday

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Frequently asked

Does Paws Bay Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

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

What services does Paws Bay Animal Hospital offer?+

Paws Bay Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

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