Noah's Ark Animal Hospital

06/04/2026

Hug Your Cat Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the special bond we share with our feline friends!

We’re celebrating with Dr. Hunter and her handsome patient, Gizmo. This 14-year-old Siamese recently visited us for his annual wellness exam and kidney disease recheck. During his visit, we updated his vaccines and sent out senior lab work to help ensure he stays happy and healthy as he enjoys his golden years.

As cats age, regular wellness visits become even more important. Regular exams, bloodwork, and preventive care can help us detect changes early, monitor ongoing conditions, and keep senior cats feeling their best for as long as possible.

Now we want to hear from you! ❤️ Share a photo of your cat in the comments and tell us what makes them special. Bonus points if they're a champion cuddler worthy of Hug Your Cat Day!

Same-day and urgent care appointments are now available during business hours! Just call for availability!
📞 813-662-7275
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05/25/2026

Big smiles, sunny skies, and a team dedicated to keeping pets safe this season. Whether your pets have fur, feathers, or scales, we’re wishing everyone a safe and sunny season ahead 🐹 🦜🦎🐶

As temperatures rise, it’s important to remember that pets can overheat quickly, especially here in Florida. A little prevention can go a long way in keeping your companions safe and comfortable all summer long.

☀️ Tips to Keep Pets Cool:
• Always provide fresh, cool water
• Avoid walks during the hottest parts of the day
• Test pavement with your hand before walks
• Provide shade and cool resting areas outdoors
• Never leave pets in parked vehicles — even for a minute

⚠️ Signs of Overheating:
• Excessive panting
• Drooling
• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Weakness or collapse
• Bright red gums or tongue

🚨 What To Do:
Move your pet to a cool area immediately, offer small amounts of cool water, and use damp towels on the paws, ears, and belly.

If you suspect heatstroke or overheating, contact us immediately or call your nearest emergency veterinary hospital.

Stay safe, enjoy the sunshine, and give your pets a few extra belly rubs from all of us at Noah’s Ark! 💙 ☀️

Same-day and urgent care appointments are now available during business hours — just call for availability!

📞 813-662-7275
💻 https://www.noahsarkanimal.com/

05/21/2026

Meet Misty 🐦💙🧡

Caring for pets comes in all shapes, sizes, and species, and that includes our feathered friends, too! Misty recently visited us for a beak trim, an important part of keeping many birds comfortable, healthy, and able to eat properly.

A bird’s beak is constantly growing, and when it becomes overgrown or uneven, it can interfere with eating, grooming, and overall quality of life. Using specialized tools and a gentle approach, our team carefully helped reshape Misty’s beak while keeping her safe and comfortable throughout the process.

We’re excited to continue expanding the care we provide for exotic pets in our community.

Same-day and urgent care appointments are now available during business hours — just call for availability!

📞 813-662-7275
💻 https://www.noahsarkanimal.com/

Noah's Ark Animal Hospital is your local Veterinarian in Valrico serving all of your needs. Call us today at 813-662-7275 for an appointment.

05/11/2026

Expanding our care means caring for more amazing patients like Hazel🐰

Meet Hazel! She recently visited Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital, where Dr. Bajc and the team provided some extra gentle care during her visit. Rabbits are incredibly sensitive pets and often hide signs of illness or discomfort, which makes experienced handling and regular wellness visits especially important.

As we continue to grow, we’re excited to now see a wider range of exotic companion animals, including rabbits, guinea pigs, rats, birds, reptiles, and more. 🐇🦜🦎 Whether it’s wellness care, nail trims, husbandry guidance, or urgent concerns, our team is here to help support these unique pets and the families who love them.

Same-day and urgent care appointments are now available during business hours — just call for availability!

📞 813-662-7275
💻 https://www.noahsarkanimal.com/

05/04/2026

We’re expanding the care we provide, and that includes some incredible exotic patients!

Meet Ghost, a tegu who recently visited Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital. Tegus are large, intelligent reptiles that require very specialized care to stay healthy.

Dr. Bajc loved seeing Ghost and his family! 🦎 Visits like these are a great time to talk through what tegus need to stay healthy, from proper nutrition to UVB lighting and the right temperature and humidity at home.

As we continue to grow, we’re excited to now see a wider range of species, including reptiles (like leopard geckos, crested geckos, and bearded dragons), small mammals aka pocket pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, rats), and birds. 🐰🐦🦎

Same-day and urgent care appointments are now available during business hours! Just call for availability!

📞 813-662-7275
💻 https://www.noahsarkanimal.com/

Noah's Ark Animal Hospital is proud to serve the Valrico FL area for everything pet related.

04/30/2026

Swollen eye alert 😿👁️! Redness, puffiness, or discharge can mean irritation, infection, or injury. Early vet care helps protect your kitty’s precious peepers 🩺💙

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Find out the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of swollen eyes in cats.

04/30/2026

Big news from Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital!

We’re growing and excited to welcome Dr. Madison Bajc to the team! Originally from Georgia and most recently practicing at Temple Terrace Animal Hospital, Dr. Bajc brings a strong clinical background and a passion for building lasting relationships with pets and their people.

Dr. Bajc's interests include surgery, dentistry, preventive care, and exotic pets, all approached with compassion and personalization.

With Dr. Bajc's addition, we’re expanding availability and continuing the thoughtful, relationship-based care you know and trust. We can’t wait for you to meet her!

04/28/2026

Kidneys matter! 💧🐱 If your cat’s drinking more, peeing often, or eating less 😿, it could be kidney disease. Early vet care, hydration, and the right diet help keep kitties comfy and thriving 🩺💙

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Kidney disease is a fairly common ailment in cats that can go unnoticed, sometimes for years. Read on to learn about possible causes, screening tests, and treatments.

04/23/2026

Does mating end a heat cycle? 🤔🐾 Not right away! Even after mating, dogs & cats usually stay in heat until the cycle finishes naturally or pregnancy happens 🐱💗🐶. Spaying is the only way to permanently stop heat cycles 🩺

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How long are cats in heat? Learn about the heat cycles of cats, also called estrus, as well as the reasons you should spay your cat.

04/21/2026

Fleas, ticks, worms & more, oh my! 🐱🦠 These pesky parasites can make your kitty itchy and uncomfortable, but monthly prevention and regular vet checks keep them protected 💙🩺

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Cats can host fleas, ticks, worms, and mites, leading to various health issues. Learn how to protect your cat from these parasites effectively.