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improving the health of animals, humans and the environment through ADVANCED DIAGNOSTICS

Our state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory facilities offer clinical and anatomic pathology testing, in addition to a range of microbiology, parasitology and serology services.


AAVLD Accreditation

The UF Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory is provisionally accredited by the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians, demonstrating compliance with rigorous national standards for quality, accuracy and reliability in diagnostic testing. This certification reflects the laboratory’s commitment to standardized procedures, proficiency testing and continuous quality assurance to support animal and public health.

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News FROM AROUND THE COLLEGE

Dr. Clay Mathews: 2026 UFRF Professor

Mathews has spent nearly three decades in research and discovery on autoimmune diabetes, a disease that affects both humans and animals.

Dr. Clayton Mathews, professor and chair of infectious diseases and immunology

CVM No. 6 in 2026 USNWR rankings

The college’s No. 6 ranking marks nearly a decade of sustained excellence and top-10 recognition as a national leader in veterinary education.

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ANIMAL AIRWAVES

You may think of Toxocara, or roundworms, as parasites that only affect dogs and cats. But toxocariasis – roundworm infection – can cause serious disease in people, too. Dogs are…

Hanging on to your pet’s old medications can be risky, but what’s the best way to get rid of them? The safest method is to use take-back programs offered by…

Payment methods accepted

Fees for visits are to be paid in full at the time of service. For your convenience we accept cash, checks, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express and Care Credit. Individuals other than the owner admitting an animal must provide written treatment authorization signed by the owner or be able to assume financial responsibility for the total cost of the visit. Pay your bill online.

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IFAS

As part of both the Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and UF Health, Veterinary Medicine is dedicated to advancing animal, human and environmental health through teaching, research, extension and patient care.

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Veterinary Hospitals

Need animal care? Visit the UF Small Animal and Large Animal Hospitals. From dogs, cats, birds and exotics to horses, cattle, llamas, pigs and many other large farm or food animals, our experienced veterinary staff is ready to assist.

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Syndicated Podcast

Animal Airwaves

Animal Airwaves is a daily radio series that features one-minute segments relating to animal health, ranging from insights into animal behavior to veterinary patient care breakthroughs and trends.

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