Heritage Oaks Veterinary Hospital

09/01/2025

Happy Labor Day!

Our office will be closed. If your pets has an emergency, please call UF at WEC (352) 414-3858.

08/27/2025

🇺🇸 Labor Day Closure Notice 🇺🇸

In observance of Labor Day, our office will be closed on Monday, September 1st. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 2nd.

If your pet needs a refill of medication or prescription food, please call (352) 513-3730 to ensure a timely preparation and pick up before the holiday.

— Heritage Oaks Veterinary Hospital

08/13/2025

08/04/2025

Are you passionate about animals and ready to join a compassionate, hard-working team? 🐾 We’re looking for a veterinary technician and a veterinary assistant to join us at Heritage Oaks Veterinary Hospital.

✨ Why You'll Love It Here:
🐾 Our Schedule is Monday - Friday, with an 8 to 5 schedule. There are no after hours or weekends providing a great work-life-balance.
🐾 Modern and clean hospital
🐾 Incredible team culture with long-term staff
🐾 We're highly focused on client education and patient care.
🐾 We’re not a part of corporate culture! Heritage Oaks is locally owned and proudly independent. That means no sales quotas, no pressure to push unnecessary treatments or test! We're just a team that’s focused on quality medicine, mentorship, and patient care!

The ideal candidate will be a compassionate individual who is passionate about veterinary care and can navigate its challenges. Dependability, goal-orientation, a desire to learn, and self-sufficiency are essential qualities for this position.

Interested or know someone who might be?
📧 Send your resume to email below:
[email protected]

07/18/2025

Summer heat on their feet 🌞🐾

Did you know that if the air temperature is just 85°F, asphalt can reach a scorching 135°F in the sun? That's hot enough to burn your pup's paws in seconds.

🔥 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝗳 𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝘀𝗮𝗳𝗲:
Place the back of your hand on the pavement for 7 seconds. If it's too hot for your hand, it's too hot for their paws.

07/01/2025

🇺🇸 Holiday Closure Announcement 🇺🇸

Dear Clients,
Please note that our clinic will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day. 🎆

If your pet needs medications, prescription refills, or food for the holiday weekend, we kindly ask you to submit your request to ensure a timely preparation and pick up. 🐾

06/25/2025

📢 Florida Pet Owners- Know the Law! 🐕🐈‍⬛

Did you know that Florida law requires all dogs, cats and ferrets 4 months of age to be vaccinated against rabies by a licensed veterinarian?

🐾 Rabies is a deadly disease that can affect both animals and humans- but it's preventable. Keeping your pets up to date on their rabies shot isn't just good practice, it's the law under Florida Statute 828.30.

💉 Protect your pets, your family, and your community. Stay up to date and spread the word! ❤️

The Florida Department of Health in Citrus County (DOH-Citrus) has issued a rabies alert in response to a confirmed case of rabies in a cat that was captured in the

06/24/2025

🎇Fourth of July Pet Safety Preparation🐾

Fireworks and festivities may be fun for us- but they can be frightening and dangerous for our furry friends. Keep your pets safe and stress-free this Independence Day with these tips.

📞 Have questions? Call us at (352) 513-3730

06/18/2025

We all love spending the sunny days outdoors with our furry companions, but it’s important to remember that summer comes with its hazards. To make sure you’re prepared for whatever comes your way this summer, check out this list of summer safety tips: https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/warm-weather-pet-safety

As always, we are here to help (352) 513-3730.

Warm weather poses health risks to pets, even on days that don’t seem that hot. Knowing the risks and being prepared can help keep pets safe.

05/23/2025

If your pet is on a prescription diet or medication, please call our office for refills prior to the upcoming closure (352) 513-3730.
Thank you!