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WELCOME TO

GAINESVILLE ANIMAL HOSPITAL
"Pets Are Family Too!"

Home of Free Vaccines for Life!

Welcome to Gainesville Animal Hospital, established in 1948. We have three locations to serve the needs of your pet. The doctors at Gainesville Animal Hospital have over 100 years of combined experience, and are committed to giving you and your pet the best care as the best price possible. 

We believe pets are family too. Our mission is to provide the highest quality care, products, and services by utilizing innovative technologies in a professional, compassionate, and friendly environment.

Our Doctors are licensed veterinarians, treating pets like family. Your pet's health and well being is very important to us and we will take every step to give your pet the best possible care.

Gainesville Animal Hospital is a full service animal hospital and will provide routine services, medical, surgical, and dental care as well as emergency care. Our Veterinarians are experienced in all types of conditions and treatments. We make our clinic comfortable, kid-friendly, and a very calm environment so your pet can relax in the waiting room and look forward to meeting his or her own veterinarian. 

We believe the best veterinary care for animals is ongoing nutrition and preventative medicine including regular diagnostics, vaccinations and parasite prevention. We looking forward to seeing you at one of our clinics soon, where pets are family too!  

At Gainesville Animal Hospital, we treat your pets like valued family members. We are pleased to offer the following services for your convenience and savings!

Special Promotion for Bravecto & Sentinel Spectrum!

 Call us TODAY for more information.

Protecting your pets from parasites is one of the best ways to ensure a healthy pet. Check with our staff for great savings on protection from heartworms, fleas, ticks, tapeworms, roundworms, whipworms and hookworms!

Sentinel Spectrum Savings    

Bravecto Savings


After-Hours Emergency?

Blue Pearl Emergency Clinic

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and prescribed food delivered directly to your home!

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Meet The Doctors

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  • Dr.
    Jack Sameck
    DVM
    Owner / Senior Veterinarian

    After graduating from The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine in 1975, Dr. Jack Sameck served as a captain with the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps before returning home to Florida. Subsequently, he worked as a veterinary associate in the Gainesville area before purchasing Gainesville Animal Hospital in 1982. In 2005, Dr. Sameck aquired Archer Animal Hospital which was founded by Dr. Michael Harbin in 1986.

    Dr. Sameck’s mission has always been to provide optimal veterinary care to his patients while also serving his clients and the community. In 1983, he founded the Interlachen Veterinary Clinic, and in 1989 he established Gainesville Animal Hospital West. Dr. Sameck is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Florida Veterinary Medical Association, and Business Network International (BNI), Chapter 212.

    On a personal note, Dr. Sameck and his wife April have five children; Abby, Amy, Jacob, Karen, and Tommy. The Sameck’s also have two adorable schnauzer puppies, Baby and Dolly. Dr. Sameck enjoys golfing, fishing, and traveling with his family.

  • Dr.
    Ray Sujdak
    DVM
    Senior Veterinarian

    Dr. Ray Sujdak was born and raised in New England and relocated to Gainesville to attend Veterinary School. After graduating from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992, he practiced in the Gainesville and Ocala areas. During these years, he developed a special interest in oncology and chemotherapy. In 1995, upon deciding to establish roots in Gainesville, he joined Gainesville Animal Hospital.

    During his free time, Dr. Sujdak enjoys spending time with his children and friends, listening to music and going to concerts, playing strategic simulation games, watching sunsets, playing paintball, and walking on the beach. He works primarily at the East location.

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  • "I have gone to East for as long as I can remember. The staff is there to comfort you, and truly care about the health, safety, and wellbeing of your pet (s)."
    BRITTANY F. / GAINESVILLE, FL

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Office Hours

East Location Hours:

Monday:

7:00 am-5:00 pm

12:00pm - 1:30pm Technician Services Only

Tuesday:

7:00 am-5:00 PM

12:00pm - 1:30pm Technician Services Only

Wednesday:

7:00am - 12:00pm Veterinary Visits

12:00pm - 5:00pm Technician Services Only

Thursday:

7:00 am-5:00 PM

12:00pm - 1:30pm Technician Services Only

Friday:

7:00 am-5:00 PM

12:00pm - 1:30pm Technician Services Only

Saturday:

7:00 am-11:00 am

Sunday:

Closed

West Location Hours:

Monday:

7:00 am-5:00 pm

12:00pm - 2:00pm Technician Services Only

Tuesday:

7:00 am-5:00 PM

12:00pm - 2:00pm Technician Services Only

Wednesday:

Closed

Thursday:

7:00 am-5:00 PM

12:00pm - 2:00pm Technician Services Only

Friday:

7:00 am-5:00 PM

12:00pm - 2:00pm Technician Services Only

Saturday:

7:00am -12pm Technician Services Only

1:30pm - 4:00pm Veterinary Visits (Apt Only)

Sunday:

Closed