Sandpiper Animal Hospital

11/28/2025

Tuesday December 2nd is our chance to make a big difference in an animals life. If you give to Nala's New Life Rescue on December 2 a donor is matching funds up to $3,000.00. Every little bit helps save a life!

Dog Rescue, Dog Adoption, Animal Shelter

11/26/2025

All of us at Sandpiper Animal Hospital want to wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving.

Please note we will be closed on Thursday and will reopen normal business hours on Friday.

08/04/2025

🚧 Heads Up, Sandpiper Family! 🐾
Road construction has started on Port Saint Lucie Blvd, and it may cause some delays getting to the hospital. We recommend leaving a few extra minutes early for your appointment to ensure a smooth arrival.
Thank you for your patience and understanding we can’t wait to see you! 💙

For more info on the construction, check out FDOT'S facebook FDOT Southeast Florida

08/01/2025

📢 Rabies Alert – Protect Your Pets! 🐾
There has been a recent rabies outbreak in Florida, and we want to remind our community how serious and deadly this disease is—for both animals and humans.

💉 Vaccination is the ONLY effective protection.
Rabies is 100% preventable with proper vaccination, but once symptoms appear, it is almost always fatal. Florida law requires all dogs, cats, and ferrets to be up to date on their rabies vaccine.

🚨 What you need to know:

Rabies spreads through bites or saliva from infected animals

Wildlife like raccoons, bats, and foxes are common carriers

Unvaccinated pets are at high risk if exposed

Rabies can be transmitted to humans

🐶🐱 Is your pet protected?
Check your records or call us today to confirm your pet's rabies vaccine status. If they’re due, don’t delay—book an appointment with us ASAP.

📞 (772) 337-0801
📍 Sandpiper Animal Hospital | (Port St. Lucie, FL)

💙 Help us keep our pets and community safe.

07/19/2025

📣 Important Update from Sandpiper Animal Hospital 🐾

Starting August 9th, we will no longer be open on Saturdays.

This change allows us to better support our team and continue providing high-quality care during the week. We know this may be an adjustment, and we truly appreciate your understanding and continued trust in us.

💙 New Hours:
📅 Monday–Friday: 8AM-5PM
🚫 Saturday & Sunday: Closed

🐶🐱 If your pet experiences an emergency over the weekend, please contact the Veterinary Medical Center of St. Lucie County at (772) 919-8049.

If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, give us a call at (772) 337-0801.

Thank you for being part of the Sandpiper family!

07/08/2025

🌼🐶 Is Your Pet Itchy, Scratchy, or Sneezy? It Might Be Allergies! 🐱🌸

Just like us, our furry friends can suffer from seasonal allergies, and they don’t always show up as sneezing or watery eyes! In pets, allergies often look like:

🩷 Constant scratching or licking
🩷 Red, irritated skin
🩷 Hair loss or scabbing
🩷 Ear infections or head shaking
🩷 Chewing at paws or tail

Whether it’s pollen, grass, dust mites, or even food—🐾 allergies can make your pet feel miserable.

💡 The good news? We can help! From allergy testing to soothing treatments and diet changes, our team at Sandpiper Animal Hospital is here to get to the root of the itch!

📞 Call us today to schedule an exam or ask about our allergy relief options. Your pet deserves to feel paws-itively comfy all year round! 🐾💕

06/30/2025

🎆 Happy 4th of July from Sandpiper Animal Hospital! 🎆🇺🇸

As we gear up for fireworks, BBQs, and family fun, let’s not forget that this holiday can be frightening and even dangerous for our pets. 🐶🐱 Fireworks and loud noises can cause severe stress, and even lead to pets running away.

Here are some Veterinarian-Approved Pet Safety Tips to help your furry companions stay calm and safe:

🔹 BEFORE the Fireworks:
✅ Exercise Early: Give your dog a good walk earlier in the day to burn off energy.
✅ Secure ID Tags & Microchips: Make sure your pet's identification is current in case they get scared and run off.
✅ Talk to Us: If your pet suffers from noise anxiety, contact us about calming supplements or medications in advance.
✅ Set Up a Safe Zone: Prepare a quiet, cozy space away from windows with their favorite toys and bedding.

🔹 DURING the Fireworks:
🔒 Keep Pets Indoors: Even outdoor-loving pets should stay inside once the fireworks begin.
🔇 Close Curtains & Windows: Muffle the sounds and block out the flashes.
📺 White Noise Works: Turn on calming music, the TV, or a white noise machine.
❌ Avoid Taking Pets to Firework Events: Even the calmest pet can panic in unfamiliar, loud settings.
🍔 Watch the Food: Keep human foods, alcohol, and grill scraps away from pets—many can be toxic.

🔹 AFTER the Celebration:
🔍 Check Your Yard: Look for and remove firework debris that could be dangerous if chewed.
🐾 Monitor for Stress Symptoms: Watch for pacing, drooling, shaking, hiding, or accidents in the house. If symptoms continue, call us.

🎇 Reminder: We’re here if you need help managing your pet’s stress or if you notice unusual behavior after the holiday. Don’t hesitate to call Sandpiper Animal Hospital for support or advice!

📸 Show us your pet’s safe and festive holiday—drop a photo in the comments below!
Stay safe, and have a pawsitively peaceful Independence Day! ❤️🤍💙

06/28/2025

Hello Everyone,

Just a quick tail-wagging update! 🐶🐱
Our clinic will be closed on Friday, July 4th so our team can enjoy some BBQ, fireworks, and the company of friends/family.

If your pet needs anything before the holiday—like meds, food, or extra cuddles—please give us a call this week so we can take care of it.

Wishing you and your four-legged family a safe and sparkly Independence Day! 🎇

Stay pawsome!

06/20/2025

🐾✨ Tail wags and happy hearts at Sandpiper Animal Hospital! ✨🐾

Every day we’re lucky enough to care for your furry family — from kitten cuddles to senior snuggles. 💕 Whether it’s a wellness checkup or a treat after a vaccine (yes, we see you sneaking extra biscuits 😄), we’re here with compassion, skill, and a whole lot of love.

📸 Got a Sandpiper success story or a cute pic of your pet? Share it with us — we’d love to feature your pet on our page!

04/01/2025

Hello everyone! My name is Cash and I am a three and a half year old Mastiff. I am in search of a new home with loving owners. I am great with kids and love other dogs like myself. I was born September 7th, 2021 and am proud to say I am up to date on all my vaccines. Some pro's about me is I love to be cuddled up with my owners and stay loyal to my family. Sometimes I do get jealous when other people and animals get more attention than me but that's just because of my big heart! If you are interested in becoming my owners please email [email protected] or call (772) 337-0801.

03/01/2025

🐾Flea Season is here! Protect Your Pets Year-Round!🐾

Florida's warm, humid climate makes flea season a year round battle, with peak activity from March to October. Theses tiny pests can cause itching, skin infections, and allergies.

🔹Prevention is key! Keep your pets protected with flea preventatives.
🔹Check regularly for signs of fleas excessive scratching, red skin, hair loss, or flea dirt.
🔹Keep your home flea-free by washing pet bedding, vacuuming frequently, and treating outdoor areas.

Don't wait until fleas become a problem! Call us today to get flea prevention for your pet.🐶🐱

02/05/2025

Good day everyone,
In case you haven't visited recently, we wanted to reach out and inform you of some upcoming dates. We will not be able to accept clients into the office Thursday February 6th through Monday February 10th due to some construction happening outside of our building. We will still have staff here to answer phone calls, refill your prescriptions, and give you your pets food but we will not be able to see your pet until Tuesday February 11th. Please note that if you are coming to pick-up food or your animals prescription, you will not be able to park in our normal parking lot. You will have to park in one of our neighboring parking lots. We do want to apologize for the inconvenience but we are still here for you and your pet(s)!