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Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic has been providing compassionate care for pets since 1977. Since 1977, we have provided compassionate care for pets.

For residents in the Milton, Pace, Navarre, Gulf Breeze areas, Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic is a reliable place you can turn to when your pet requires medical attention. Our clinic provides personal service in a friendly atmosphere. We realize your pet plays a special role in your family and we are dedicated to becoming your partner in caring for its well-being. Our complete companion animal care includes routine vaccinations, surgery, spays, neuters, dental services and X-ray services. We also have numerous pet products such as nutritional diets, flea and tick control and medicated shampoos from the industry’s top manufacturers to further help manage your pet’s health. We invite you contact us today at 850-623-2564 to schedule an appointment for your pet.

🎉💡🐾 WE HAVE POWER! AND WE'RE GETTING BACK TO NORMAL! 🐾💡🎉After a long week of operating on generator power following Hurr...
10/16/2026

🎉💡🐾 WE HAVE POWER! AND WE'RE GETTING BACK TO NORMAL! 🐾💡🎉

After a long week of operating on generator power following Hurricane Isaias, we're happy to announce that our electricity has FINALLY been restored! 🙌⚡

Beginning Friday, October 16, 2026, Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic will return to our normal business hours of 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM! 🏥🐾

⚠️ PLEASE NOTE — OUR PHONES ARE STILL LIMITED!

While our power is back, we are still without internet service, which is affecting our phone system.

📞 We currently have only ONE working phone line. If you are having trouble reaching us, please be patient and try again.

📱 CAN'T GET THROUGH? You can also send us a text message through the PetDesk app!

We know communication has been challenging this week, and we truly appreciate your patience as we continue working to restore full service.

💙 A heartfelt THANK YOU to our wonderful clients and community for your kindness, understanding, and support throughout this past week. It has meant so much to our entire team, especially those still dealing with storm damage at home.

We're looking forward to getting back to our normal routine and seeing all of our wonderful patients and their families! 🐶🐱🐰🦜🦎

— Your Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic Family 💙🐾

Gertrude, out Practice Manager's dog, is not bothered at all by the fact we still don't have power at the practice. We a...
10/15/2026

Gertrude, out Practice Manager's dog, is not bothered at all by the fact we still don't have power at the practice.

We are OPEN, though! We have 1 phone line working and can fill medications, see appointments and help with most of your pet care needs. Even with only having generator power!

🦎 October 15: Reptile Wellness FoundationsA beautiful enclosure is not necessarily a healthy enclosure. Reptile wellness...
10/15/2026

🦎 October 15: Reptile Wellness Foundations

A beautiful enclosure is not necessarily a healthy enclosure. Reptile wellness depends on whether the environment meets the biological needs of that particular species.

One setup does not fit every reptile.

🌡️ Temperature gradient
Reptiles need access to warmer and cooler areas so they can regulate their body temperature. Measure the basking surface, warm side and cool side with appropriate equipment—do not rely on how the enclosure feels to your hand.

☀️ Species-appropriate UVB
UVB requirements vary by species. Bulb type, strength, placement, distance, screen material and replacement schedule all affect exposure. Glass and plastic can block useful UVB, while incorrect placement can provide too little or too much.

💧 Correct humidity and ventilation
Desert, tropical and temperate species require very different conditions. Use a reliable digital hygrometer, provide appropriate humid or dry retreats and maintain ventilation rather than trying to keep the entire enclosure uniformly damp.

🥬 Balanced, species-specific nutrition
The proper diet depends on species, age and health. Herbivores, insectivores, omnivores and carnivores have very different nutritional needs. Feeder insects may require appropriate gut-loading and supplementation, but supplements should be selected and used according to the animal’s complete care plan.

📝 Husbandry records
Keep a written or digital log of:

▪️ Basking, warm-side and cool-side temperatures
▪️ Humidity readings
▪️ UVB bulb type, installation date and replacement schedule
▪️ Foods, quantities and supplements offered
▪️ Appetite, droppings, shedding and behavior
▪️ Body weight when safely obtainable
▪️ Cleaning and enclosure-maintenance dates

Bring your records—and photographs of the full enclosure and lighting setup—to veterinary appointments. These details can reveal problems that may not be apparent during the physical examination alone.

Measure—don’t guess. Correct husbandry is one of the most important parts of preventive reptile medicine. 🐍🐢🦎

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10/15/2026

Thursday, 10-15-26 hours update.

⚖️ October 14: Pet Obesity Awareness DayA healthy weight is a medical goal—not a judgment.Body weight can affect mobilit...
10/14/2026

⚖️ October 14: Pet Obesity Awareness Day

A healthy weight is a medical goal—not a judgment.

Body weight can affect mobility, comfort, stamina and the management of certain medical conditions. Because every pet is different, a safe weight plan should consider species, breed, age, body condition, muscle condition, activity level and overall health.

Start with these practical steps:

🥣 Measure every meal. The scoop inside the food container may hold more than expected. Use a consistent measuring cup—or a gram scale when greater accuracy is needed.

🦴 Count every extra. Treats, table food, dental chews, toppers and food used to give medication all contribute calories. For most healthy dogs and cats, treats and extras should generally remain within 10% of daily calories unless the veterinarian recommends otherwise.

📝 Keep a short food diary. Record everything your pet receives for several days, including food offered by other family members. This often reveals calories that are easy to overlook.

🎾 Choose safe, appropriate activity. Exercise should match the pet’s age, species, fitness and medical needs. Walking, controlled play, food puzzles and environmental enrichment can all help—but pets with pain, breathing problems or limited mobility may require a modified plan.

📊 Track more than pounds. Body-condition and muscle-condition scores help determine whether weight changes represent healthy fat loss, muscle loss or another concern.

🩺 Use an individualized veterinary plan. Do not drastically reduce food or begin a weight-loss diet without guidance. Your veterinary team can calculate an appropriate calorie target, recommend a nutritionally complete diet and schedule progress checks.

Rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles and other exotic pets have very different nutritional and body-condition needs. A feeding strategy intended for a dog or cat should not be applied to another species.

Small, consistent changes can make a meaningful difference. Ask us to evaluate your pet’s body and muscle condition at their next examination. 🐶🐱🐰

🌀🐾 HURRICANE ISAIAS RECOVERY UPDATE — WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic will remain OPEN Wednesday, Octo...
10/14/2026

🌀🐾 HURRICANE ISAIAS RECOVERY UPDATE — WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14

Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic will remain OPEN Wednesday, October 14th, from 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM, with modified operations.

🐾 Appointments: Honoring existing appointments and accepting new appointments.

🚫 Surgeries: All scheduled surgeries remain canceled until further notice.

⚡ Utilities: Still operating on generator power.

👥 Staffing: Continuing with limited staff as our team recovers from the storm.

💙 Thank you for your continued patience, prayers, and support as we work toward returning to normal operations. We appreciate our wonderful community! 🐾

— Your Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic Family

🐔 October 13: Backyard Poultry BiosecurityBiosecurity means taking practical steps to prevent disease from entering—or s...
10/13/2026

🐔 October 13: Backyard Poultry Biosecurity

Biosecurity means taking practical steps to prevent disease from entering—or spreading through—your flock. Whether you care for a few chickens, ducks or turkeys, protection begins at the coop gate.

Help defend your flock:

🥾 Use dedicated footwear and clothing. Keep coop boots at the entrance, and clean or disinfect them regularly.

🧼 Clean before disinfecting. Remove dirt and organic material from coops, feeders, waterers, tools and carriers before applying an appropriate disinfectant.

🚫 Limit visitors. People can carry disease on hands, shoes, clothing, vehicles and equipment—even when they appear clean.

🐥 Quarantine new or returning birds for at least 30 days. Use separate housing, equipment, feed and water containers. Care for established birds before tending quarantined birds.

🦆 Prevent contact with wild birds and wildlife. Use covered runs when possible, discourage wild birds from perching near the coop and keep domestic poultry away from ponds or standing water visited by waterfowl.

🌾 Protect feed and water. Store feed securely, clean spills promptly and position food and water where wild birds and rodents cannot contaminate them.

🧰 Do not share equipment without cleaning and disinfecting it. This includes crates, tools, feeders and poultry supplies.

Watch for sudden deaths, reduced appetite, decreased egg production, respiratory difficulty, coughing or sneezing, swelling, diarrhea, weakness, loss of coordination or unusual behavior.

If several birds become ill or die unexpectedly:

▪️ Separate sick birds when it can be done safely.
▪️ Stop moving birds, eggs and equipment on or off the property.
▪️ Contact your veterinarian and report the situation promptly.

Florida suspected avian-influenza cases in domestic poultry may be reported to FDACS at 850-410-0900 during office hours or 1-800-342-5869 after hours.

Biosecurity is not a one-time cleanup—it is a routine that protects every bird in your care. 🐓🦆🦃

🌀🐾 HURRICANE ISAIAS RECOVERY UPDATE — TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 🐾🌀Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic will be OPEN Tuesday, Oct...
10/12/2026

🌀🐾 HURRICANE ISAIAS RECOVERY UPDATE — TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026 🐾🌀

Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic will be OPEN Tuesday, October 13th, from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, as we continue working toward normal operations following Hurricane Isaias.

🏥 CURRENT OPERATING CONDITIONS:

🕗 Modified Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM

🐾 Appointments: We are honoring previously scheduled appointments AND accepting new appointments!

🚫 Surgeries: All scheduled surgeries remain canceled until further notice.

⚡ Limited Utilities: As of 3:00 PM Monday, our clinic is still operating on generator power while we await restoration of electrical service.

👥 Limited Staffing: We continue to operate with a reduced team as some of our staff work through storm-related challenges at home.

We appreciate your continued patience, understanding, and support as we do our best to care for your pets under these circumstances.

We will provide additional updates as conditions improve and we work toward returning to our normal schedule and staffing levels.

💙 Thank you for being part of our Santa Rosa Veterinary Clinic family. Stay safe, everyone! 🐾

🐈‍⬛ October 12: Black Cat Myth-BusterMyth: Black cats bring bad luck.Fact: Superstition does not determine a cat’s perso...
10/12/2026

🐈‍⬛ October 12: Black Cat Myth-Buster

Myth: Black cats bring bad luck.
Fact: Superstition does not determine a cat’s personality—or their ability to become a wonderful companion.

Black cats can be:

🧶 Playful and energetic
💞 Affectionate and cuddly
🔎 Curious and adventurous
😴 Quiet and easygoing
😹 Silly, opinionated and completely unforgettable

Just like cats of every other color, each black cat is an individual. Coat color cannot tell you whether a cat will be outgoing, shy, independent, talkative or happiest curled up in your lap.

When choosing a cat to adopt, focus on:

🐾 Individual personality and activity level
🏠 Compatibility with your household
👨‍👩‍👧 Comfort around children or other pets
🩺 Health and ongoing care needs
❤️ The connection you develop when you meet

Black cats are not bad luck. They are beautiful, unique cats deserving the same love, care and opportunity as every other pet.

October is Black Cat Awareness Month! Show us the miniature panther who rules your home—share a photograph and tell us something special about their personality. 📸🖤

🦜 October 12: Prevention Monday — Birds Hide IllnessIn the wild, appearing weak can make a bird vulnerable. Companion bi...
10/12/2026

🦜 October 12: Prevention Monday — Birds Hide Illness

In the wild, appearing weak can make a bird vulnerable. Companion birds may retain this instinct and conceal illness until a condition has become more serious. That makes knowing your bird’s normal routine especially important.

Watch for subtle changes in:

🥣 Appetite, thirst or the amount of food actually eaten
💩 Number, size, color or consistency of droppings
🎶 Vocalization, interaction or activity level
🪶 Posture, balance, feather condition or prolonged fluffing
😴 Sleeping more or sitting in an unusual location
⚖️ Body weight
🌬️ Breathing effort, sounds or tail movement
👃 Eyes, nostrils or facial appearance

This week’s prevention step: begin a simple daily health log. Record your bird’s appetite, droppings, behavior and activity. If your bird is comfortable being weighed, use a gram scale on a consistent schedule and record the results. Trends can reveal changes that are easy to miss from one day to the next.

🚨 Labored or open-mouth breathing, significant weakness, collapse, seizures, uncontrolled bleeding or sitting on the cage floor require prompt veterinary attention.

Do not wait for several symptoms to appear. If something seems different, contact us and describe exactly what changed and when you first noticed it.

Small changes can provide important clues. Know your bird’s normal—and call when something changes. 💚

Address

6709 North Avenue
Milton, FL
32570

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+18506232564

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