Avondale Animal Hospital

I am new to the area and was nervous about finding a new vet, and AAH exceeded my expectations in every way! I first brought my husky in with an upset tummy and they were so great and helped put me at ease (without costing me a fortune). The staff here was very kind and also very helpful with fitting me in for a last minute appointment. They were very upfront with their pricing and are probably the least expensive vet I have ever been to. They did not push any unnecessary tests on me and while they validated my concerns, they also took a more reserved approach to upfront treatment, rather than suggested a ton of expensive tests just because. My next visit here I brought my 9yo small dog who is suffers from really bad anxiety and has a history of anxiety-induced seizures. It makes it VERY difficult to manage her health when sometimes simply going to the vet can spark a seizure so I am extremely apprehensive about when and where to bring her. When I called and told them about her they again fit me in very last minute and were understanding when I explained her eccentricities. When I got there, despite being out directly into a room she immediately was NOT okay, and I was worried she would have a seizure. The staff was 100% ON IT and suggested I take her outside in their backyard and wait there instead in case that helped calm her. It did and then to my complete shock, they came out and suggested they just do the entire visit outside instead since she seemed more relaxed there. I was so impressed with the way they not only listened to me; but also trusted and valued my input with how to care for my dog. It’s very rare to find a vet so willing to listen and cater their care specifically to your pets needs without any semblance of judgement or rolling of eyes. I am fully aware that my dog can be ALOT and without knowing her full medical background I can seem like ALOT and very overbearing so I am used to being pushy and having to fight to advocate for my pet. That need was non existent here, and I wish more vets + their staff were as compassionate as everyone I met here at Avondale Animal Hospital. I would (and have) recommended this vet to anyone! I could go on and on and on (and also have to anyone who’d listen) about how impressed I was with how they managed my small dog and I during that visit. This vet truly seems like a hidden gem and I am so so lucky to have found them. I can sleep easier knowing I have them close by. To the staff at AAH: THANKYOU a million times over! You’re kindness and compassion are unmatched!

Dr Antar and her staff are Absolutely Amazing!!! The facility is soo clean and Ive never had to wait. Dr Antar listens to your concerns, she's super patient, never rushed and they all give 110%! Ive been to many Vets in my lifetime and by far this one's the best. Journey (my Mal with special GI issues) loves them and doesn't ever want to leave, its cute, I've never had a dog love a Vets office like this. Thank you Dr Antar & Staff for really caring, it truly genuinely shows 💜

We have had two incidents with our older dogs being attacked unprovoked by a neighbors aggressive dog, one of the incidents Avondale was able to fit us in that day and help save our pup from the pain. He needed stitches and antibiotics, we were in shock and Avondale helped guide us on what to do and how to report. The other time they followed up with us after we went to an emergency vet due to it being late at night and insured our dog healed well/had proper care during his weeks of recovery. This facility is amazing, the pricing is reasonable and the staff is very knowledgeable. Highly recommend

I made Lily a check up appointment because she is technically elderly. She’s 13, grumpy and can be a nightmare to deal with when it comes to vet appointments. The whole staff was wonderful. I don’t think Lily bit or scratched a single person. Which is shocking. Dr. Antar is probably the sweetest and most patient vet Lily has ever been to. I highly recommend taking your furbabies to this office. The staff and Dr. Antar are amazing. *the photo does not portray her feelings about the vet. She’s just always grumpy.

Having been a lifelong dog owner and having grown up with dogs, I've encountered my fair share of veterinarians, ranging from genuinely caring individuals to those more interested in pushing unnecessary services like teeth whitening. Avondale Pet Hospital, on the other hand, truly impressed me during my first visit. It's evident that their top priority is the well-being of the animals they care for, rather than pushing prescriptions or upselling. Located in the heart of Jacksonville and being a family-owned business, they deserve a solid 5 out of 5 stars in my book.

Dr. Antar and the staff here are absolutely wonderful. I have a German Shepherd who gets anxious at the vet and they are always sooo patient and gentle with him. I never feel like I’m being sold unnecessary products or services and I always leave feeling confident in and grateful for the care Odin received. I would absolutely trust them with any type of care my animals needed.

I am new to the area and was nervous about finding a new vet, and AAH exceeded my expectations in every way! I first brought my husky in with an upset tummy and they were so great and helped put me at ease (without costing me a fortune). The staff here was very kind and also very helpful with fitting me in for a last minute appointment. They were very upfront with their pricing and are probably the least expensive vet I have ever been to. They did not push any unnecessary tests on me and while they validated my concerns, they also took a more reserved approach to upfront treatment, rather than suggested a ton of expensive tests just because. My next visit here I brought my 9yo small dog who is suffers from really bad anxiety and has a history of anxiety-induced seizures. It makes it VERY difficult to manage her health when sometimes simply going to the vet can spark a seizure so I am extremely apprehensive about when and where to bring her. When I called and told them about her they again fit me in very last minute and were understanding when I explained her eccentricities. When I got there, despite being out directly into a room she immediately was NOT okay, and I was worried she would have a seizure. The staff was 100% ON IT and suggested I take her outside in their backyard and wait there instead in case that helped calm her. It did and then to my complete shock, they came out and suggested they just do the entire visit outside instead since she seemed more relaxed there. I was so impressed with the way they not only listened to me; but also trusted and valued my input with how to care for my dog. It’s very rare to find a vet so willing to listen and cater their care specifically to your pets needs without any semblance of judgement or rolling of eyes. I am fully aware that my dog can be ALOT and without knowing her full medical background I can seem like ALOT and very overbearing so I am used to being pushy and having to fight to advocate for my pet. That need was non existent here, and I wish more vets + their staff were as compassionate as everyone I met here at Avondale Animal Hospital. I would (and have) recommended this vet to anyone! I could go on and on and on (and also have to anyone who’d listen) about how impressed I was with how they managed my small dog and I during that visit. This vet truly seems like a hidden gem and I am so so lucky to have found them. I can sleep easier knowing I have them close by. To the staff at AAH: THANKYOU a million times over! You’re kindness and compassion are unmatched!

Dr Antar and her staff are Absolutely Amazing!!! The facility is soo clean and Ive never had to wait. Dr Antar listens to your concerns, she's super patient, never rushed and they all give 110%! Ive been to many Vets in my lifetime and by far this one's the best. Journey (my Mal with special GI issues) loves them and doesn't ever want to leave, its cute, I've never had a dog love a Vets office like this. Thank you Dr Antar & Staff for really caring, it truly genuinely shows 💜