TLC Animal Hospital

09/26/2025

The phones are now working, sorry for any inconvenience.

09/26/2025

We currently have no phone service, spectrum is telling us it will be restored at noon.

09/25/2025

09/11/2025

Your friendly reminder to spay & neuter your pets.

08/08/2025

Warmest wishes on Cat Day from the cats at TLC

08/05/2025

Pure Compassion in Motion: How One Man Gave a Disabled Goldfish a Second Chance to Swim

In San Antonio, Texas, one man’s small act of kindness made a world of difference for a tiny creature. Derek Burnett, an aquarium manager with a big heart and a knack for creative problem-solving, noticed that one of his goldfish was struggling. The fish suffered from swim bladder disorder, a condition that left it unable to swim upright essentially, it was doomed to float sideways or sink, unable to move like its tank mates.

Rather than give up on his little friend, Derek took action. He designed a miniature underwater wheelchair for the goldfish, ingeniously crafted from zip ties, soft plastic tubing, and Styrofoam. The device gently cradled the fish’s body, while the floating material helped keep it perfectly balanced in the water. With this inventive “wheelchair,” the goldfish could once again swim upright—regaining its mobility and, quite literally, a new lease on life.

The heartwarming story quickly went viral, inspiring animal lovers and innovators around the globe. Derek’s act of compassion is a beautiful reminder that no act of kindness is ever too small and that empathy, paired with a little ingenuity, can transform even the most unlikely lives. Sometimes, the biggest miracles happen for the smallest among us.

Rather than give up on his little friend, Derek took action. He designed a miniature underwater wheelchair for the goldfish, ingeniously crafted from zip ties, soft plastic tubing, and Styrofoam.

The device gently cradled the fish’s body, while the floating material helped keep it perfectly balanced in the water. With this inventive “wheelchair,” the goldfish could once again swim upright regaining its mobility and, quite literally, a new lease on life.

08/02/2025

These kitties still need a foster home ❤️

07/29/2025

07/05/2025

****URGENT****
TLC COMMUNITY WE NEED YOUR HELP. 3 cats in need of a foster home. The owner was homeless and had a place for the cats for a few months but that eventually fell through due to the foster's landlord. The owner now has a place to temporarily stay until she can get into permanent housing but she can't keep the cats there due to the house having dogs that aren't cat friendly. So the cats are currently staying in a bathroom which is not ideal or fair to them. As soon as the owner gets housing she will be able to take her cats back but the time frame is unknown. If you or someone you know would like some kitty company and be able to foster these kitties please contact Misty at 352-201-6486. She will provide their food, litter and litter boxes. She would like them to stay together because they all get along.

07/01/2025

TLC online pharmacy discount code this week 7/1-7/4/2025

06/08/2025

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We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Lu, the beloved hippo and longtime resident of Ellie Schiller Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park.

For over 60 years, Lu touched the lives of millions of visitors with his gentle presence and larger-than-life personality. More than a park resident, Lu was an icon and a symbol of the special bond between people and wildlife.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

06/01/2025

Recently we said goodbye to Monkey our 22 year old rescue. She was with us just under a year and almost made it to her 23rd birthday. She was quite the personality and has left a void at the hospital but we're glad we could provide her with some quality time in her final year. RIP Monkey.