Welcome to Charlotte Animal Hospital

Your Port Charlotte Veterinary Clinic, where we treat each pet like one of our own. Serving Port Charlotte, Charlotte Harbor, Punta Gorda & Charlotte County dogs, cats, pocket pets and exotic pets. Walk-ins welcome - no appointments necessary!

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Port Charlotte Veterinary Clinic

Your Port Charlotte veterinary clinic, where we treat each pet like one of our own. Caring for dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, pocket pets and exotic pets in Port Charlotte, Charlotte Harbor, North Port, Arcadia & Punta Gorda. Traveling out of Port Charlotte? Let your pets stay with us in our boarding facility. We are an active member of the Charlotte County community and look forward to meeting you soon. Walk-ins welcome - no appointments necessary!

Services

Charlotte Animal Hospital provides preventive care and wellness services, pet surgeries, dentistry and more! Learn how we can help you and your pet.

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Testimonials

Click below to read what Port Charlotte pet owners have to say about our veterinarians and Charlotte Animal Hospital!

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News

Port Charlotte pet owners - see what promotions & specials currently offered at Charlotte Animal Hospital and find news, articles, and alerts to keep your pets healthy and happy!

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Meet The Doctors

Our Port Charlotte veterinarians and vet staff look forward to meeting you! Learn more about Charlotte Animal Hospital and what we can do for you!

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Vicki McLaughlin

It was our first visit to the Charlotte Animal hospital, and we were so impressed. The staff is so friendly and welcoming. Wait time was not long at all. We met Dr. Drake, who was extremely helpful. We will definitely come back here. Thank you everyone for making us feel so comfortable.

David Mortenson

I love being able to come in without an appointment and know we will be seen. The wait is never very long! The exam rooms are very clean and my Cavalier loves Dr Cartelli. He is very gentle and caring with her and thorough in his examination.

Barbara Quinn Harrington

My golden needed surgery and was very well taken care of. The staff answered all questions from a very worried mom. Everything turned out fine and my dog is in great shape.

Online Pet Pharmacy

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Our Veterinary Services

Here at Charlotte Animal Hospital, we strive to give the animals of Port Charlotte, the best service possible to ensure they leave happy and healthy after every visit. Our professional veterinary team combined with our top-of-the-line equipment allow us to help your pet in the safest and most effective ways possible. To view all our services, click here .

Boarding

Exotic Pets, Pocket
Pets & Birds

Exotic Pets, Pocket Pets & Birds

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Feline Friendly

Meet the Doctors

Dennis M McDonough

Veterinarian

Dr. McDonough studied Biology at the University of Kentucky and then attended Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1985. He moved to southwest Florida in 1986, loved the Charlotte Harbor area and has been here ever since. Outside the vet hospital, Dr. McDonough enjoys golfing, fishing, and playing tennis. He and his wife Laurie have two Papillons named Stella and Tenielle.

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Kevin T Cronin

Veterinarian

Dr. Cronin is a Florida native and received his B.S. in Biochemistry at Florida State University and his D.V.M. from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. He is a supporter of the local Animal Welfare League. He has two sons named Mason and Maxwell and a Boston Terrier named Cecelia, and 2 cats named Shades and Fraidy. Outside the vet clinic, Dr. Cronin enjoys time with his girlfriend and family and loves fishing, boating and traveling.

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Leah Kimbler

Veterinarian

Originally from West Virginia, Dr. Kimbler holds a Bachelor's degree from West Virginia University in Animal and Veterinary Sciences. She went on to earn her Doctorate's degree in Veterinary Medicine at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. She then moved to southwest Florida where she has been practicing veterinary medicine since 2009. Dr. Kimbler's professional interests are pet dermatology and pet internal medicine. Outside the vet hospital, she enjoys gardening, kayaking, and hiking with her husband Kris. She has two dogs, Stout and Harry, and a Quaker Parrot.

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Rafael Cartelli

Veterinarian

Dr. Cartelli earned his Veterinary Degree at the Federal University of Parana' (Brazil) in 1997 and a Master of Veterinary Sciences Degree in 2000 right before he moved to the United States. He lived in the Cape Cod area for several years and worked in different animal hospitals. He moved to Fort Myers, FL in 2007. Dr. Cartelli main professional interests are pet endocrinology, pet dentistry, exotic pets and pocket pets and pet soft tissue surgery. Outside the animal clinic, he enjoys spending time with his wife Sandra and two sons Leo and Gabe at the beautiful Florida beaches and parks, cooking Italian and listening to European Rock'n'Roll. He has 2 dogs and 2 cats.

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Rachel Norris

Veterinarian

Dr. Norris started here at Charlotte Animal Hospital in February 2014. She graduated with highest honors from Ross School of Veterinary Medicine in January 2014. She completed her clinical at the University of Florida. She likes being challenged with new and exciting things at work and meeting wonderful pets in Punta Gorda, Port Charlotte, and the surrounding areas. She has two dogs named Chance and Cricket, a Boa Constrictor named Sassy, and a cat named Professor Chaos. In her spare time, she enjoys her dogs, traveling, exploring state parks, photography, and lounging in the pool.

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Michael Drake

Veterinarian

Dr. Drake earned his Veterinary Degree and Masters Degree in Wildlife Conservation at St. George's University of Grenada. He completed his undergraduate studies in zoology at Auburn University. He is originally from Memphis Tennessee. His professional interests include exotic medicine, surgery, and dental health. He and his wife have 13 snakes, 2 chameleons, and 3 dogs. Outside the veterinary hospital, he enjoys paintball, home-brewing, and kayaking.

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Charlotte Animal Hospital

Pet Care

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Ways to Reduce Pet Stress at the Vet
October 26, 2018

Regular veterinary exams are important for all pets to live long, healthy & happy lives! Our veterinarians recommend all pets, even indoor cats and pets that appear healthy, have an annual exam each year (twice a year for senior pets) to help us help you identify problems before they become serious.

We realize coming to the veterinarian can be stressful on your pets (and you). Here are tips to help make your next visit easier on you and your pet.

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World Rabies Day is September 28th
September 1, 2018

World Rabies Day is Sept. 28 - created to raise awareness of public health impact of the rabies virus & importance of vaccination.
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Pet Disaster Preparedness Tips
September 1, 2018

Pet disaster preparedness tips from The Humane Society of the United States....

Why Should I Vaccinate My Pet?
August 17, 2018

Pet owners - you might be asking yourself, “Why should I vaccinate my pet?”

Here is some insightful information from our veterinarians to answer your questions about the safety of pet vaccines and their necessity to keep pets healthy....

Why Do We Recommend Early Detection Tests?
July 17, 2018

Our Early Detection Testing provides information about your pet’s liver, kidneys & pancreas, blood sugar levels, white & red blood cell and platelet count and so much more.

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Summer Tricks to Get Rid of Ticks
June 20, 2018

Tick prevention is recommended year-round for pets, especially pets that are outdoors often and in wooded areas. We have many tick and flea/tick preventions that are safe and effective for your pets. ...

Leptospirosis Vaccination Recommendation for Dogs
May 8, 2018

Due to recent cases, some of them fatal, Charlotte Animal Hospital recommends that all dogs be vaccinated against leptospirosis due to the severe nature of the disease.

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Save Money While Saving Your Pet's Heart
April 8, 2018

Buy 12 Doses of Heartgard - Get a FREE Kong Toy & a $12 Rebate
Exp. 6/30/18. Not valid in online store....

Pet Food Recall
March 8th, 2018

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS PET FOOD AND/OR TREAT RECALLS...

Port Charlotte Pet Resources
March 7, 2018

Port Charlotte pet owners - Charlotte Animal Hospital provides you with a list of helpful pet resources....

Client Referrals - Earn $10
February 1, 2018

Port Charlotte pet owners - Thank you for being a part of the Charlotte Animal Hospital family! We appreciate referrals to new clients.

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Why Should I Have My Pet's Teeth Cleaned?
February 1, 2018

DOGS AND CATS EXPERIENCE THE SAME DENTAL PROBLEMS AS PEOPLE, INCLUDING PLAQUE AND TARTAR BUILDUP THAT CAN LEAD TO GINGIVITIS AND DENTAL DISEASE.

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New Year's Resolutions for Healthy & Happy Pets
January 3, 2018

New Year's Resolutions for Healthy & Happy Pets...

Shop Our Online Pet Pharmacy
January 1, 2018

Charlotte Animal Hospital offers you the convenience to shop online 24/7! Have pet prescriptions, food, and supplies delivered to your doo...

View Your Pet's Medical Records
October 25, 2017

Thank you for allowing Charlotte Animal Hospital to be your partner in your pet’s health! Beyond providing your family with veterinary care, we offer you two options to view your pet’s medical records 24/7 and contact us to request appointments or prescription refills....

How Old Is My Pet In Human Years?
September 29, 2017

As your pet ages - their healthcare needs become greater. Since pets age at a faster rate than humans, Charlotte Animal Hospital recommends an exam every six months after your pet reaches age 7 in order to make them happy, healthy and pain-free...

Pet Pictures with Santa

Charlotte Animal Hospital is bringing Santa on Tuesday, December 11th from 1 - 5 pm for FREE pet pictures with Santa!

No appointment necessary....

Welcome to Charlotte Animal Hospital

Welcome to Charlotte Animal Hospital