Veterinary Care University

Jacksonville, 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
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab End Of Life House Call

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Free parking lotOn-site parking
Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Gender-neutral restroomRestroom
Crowd
LGBTQ+ friendlyTransgender safespace
From the business
Identifies as Black-ownedIdentifies as Latino-ownedIdentifies as women-owned
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seatingAssistive hearing loop

Overview

Where you're heard and your pet feels like family. At Veterinary Care University, we understand that your furry friends are not just pets; they are family members. Our facility is designed with both pets and their owners in mind, providing a welcoming and modern environment that reflects our commitment to compassionate care and professional excellence. From routine wellness exams and vaccinations to advanced diagnostics and surgeries, our highly skilled staff is equipped to handle it all. Our state-of-the-art in-house laboratory allows us to provide quick and accurate results, ensuring that your pet receives timely care. We also understand that affordability is a significant concern for many pet owners. That's why we strive to offer competitive pricing without compromising the quality of care. Our USDA-accredited veterinarian and multi-language staff are dedicated to making veterinary care accessible to everyone in our community

Co-founder of the family project that opened this clinic in 2025. In less than a year since opening our doors, we are honored to have been ranked as the No.2 best veterinary clinic in Jacksonville, FL. A Warm Welcome to Veterinary Care University (blog post, March 9, 2025): "Where diagnostic is a science and therapy is an art. A look at our facility, our team and the range of services we offer pet owners in Jacksonville." Douglas Vidal worked alongside Dr. Corrales at VIP Pets in Havana and joined the team in 2025

Mission — Where you're heard and your pet feels like family. "Where diagnostic is a science and therapy is an art."

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
Hospice Palliative

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
4
Support staff
9
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

CT scan suiteadvanced imagingDigital radiologyUltrasoundX-rayIn-house laboratory (blood work, urinalysis and cytology processed on site — same-day results)Dental X-rays3D imaging (Tomografía Computarizada) for dental structures, roots and deep infectionsEchocardiographyAnesthetic monitoring

Services in detail

WellnessIn-house LaboratoryDental ProcedureImagingUSDA Health CertificatesSurgeryReproductionQuality of lifeNutrition calculator for dogs and catsOnline PharmacyHeartworm treatment and preventionVaccinationsSpay/neuterDental cleanings and extractionsDigital radiologyUltrasoundX-rayCT scanSoft-tissue surgeryProgesterone timing / artificial insemination / pregnancy ultrasound / litter supportQuality-of-life consults and palliative carePreventive examsWellness plansBlood work, urinalysis and cytologyDental X-raysAdvanced imaging

Appointments & hours

Open Monday to Saturday, with ON-CALL availability on Sundays. Service hours: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Frequently asked

Is Veterinary Care University accepting new patients?+

Yes — Veterinary Care University is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Veterinary Care University offer?+

Veterinary Care University offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, End Of Life, House Call.

When was Veterinary Care University established?+

Veterinary Care University has served the Jacksonville, FL community since 2025.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 73 reviews

Veterinary Care University offers exceptional veterinary services characterized by highly knowledgeable, patient, and compassionate care. The medical team provides thorough, clear explanations and personalized attention, ensuring pets remain calm and comfortable during visits. The facility is exceptionally clean, well-equipped, and maintains transparent, fair pricing along with bilingual support in English and Spanish.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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.