University Animal Hospital

480-968-9275

2500 S. Hardy Dr Tempe, AZ 85282

www.yext.com

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Pet Boarders and Sitters, Kennels, Pet Grooming, Animal Hospitals, Veterinarians, Veterinary Dentists, Veterinary Surgeons, Emergency Vets, Exotic Animal Practice, Small Animal Practice

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Flea Treatment, Microchip Implants, Neutering, Spaying

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Complete small animal medicine including: preventative care, x-ray, ultrasound, dentistry, laser surgery and endoscopy. We also offer full service boarding and grooming. Visit our website for a virtual tour and learn more about our services and doctors

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Open 7 days a week! Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 8:30 pm Saturday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

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University Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing excellent medicine to all our patients and the best possible service to our clients. Our veterinary staff is compassionate and knowledgeable, drawing from both personal and professional experience to offer the quality care you deserve. We offer all the services your pet could need, from boarding and grooming to preventative medicine, surgery and hospitalization. Our doctors are available seven days a week, including evenings, so you can feel confident that we will be there when you need us. Located in Tempe, Arizona, University Animal Hospital was established in 1962. It is the second oldest veterinary practice in the entire east valley. The original hospital has since grown from two veterinarians and a staff of five, to 11 veterinarians and a staff of 80. The hospital moved to a new building in 1996 which was specifically designed and constructed to facilitate better care of small animals. This new facility is more than five times the size of our previous location. At 13,224 square feet, our hospital easily accommodates our doctors, support staff, and our many clients. In our boarding facility we have 157 dog suites (indoor & outdoor) and 48 cat condos (indoor) available for owners to entrust their pets with us when they are away. Our facility won a national award from the Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Competition. Inside, our clients and their pets feel at home in the large reception area. We also have a children's play area with toys and games to keep the little ones occupied. Our waiting area has low dividing walls between seating areas to offer pets individual privacy while waiting. University Animal Hospital is a complete small animal veterinary facility and a full-service boarding facility. We offer many important specialty services such as Laser Surgery, Endoscopy, Digital X-Ray, Dentistry, Ultrasound, and EKG. We also have a exotic/reptile doctor on staff. We wish to thank all who have supported us over the years and worked with us to make this possible.

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jeb p.

We cant say enough good things about yet another experience at University. We found a pregnant stray (which we eventually named Abby) on a Sunday night. Less than 12 hours later she delivered the first of what would be 12 stillborn puppies (over the course of 24 hours). That was sad enough, but a day later Abby was listless and had little color in her gums or her tongue. Tests revealed she was very anemic. She was put on medication, but 24 hours later the number went even lower to 8%. Our vet in Laveen advised a blood transfusion immediately. As they were closing in a few hours, they said they were unable to assist us. Bob and I immediately thought of University, our vet for so many years before we moved to the west side of town. University agreed immediately to do a blood transfusion as soon we could get to the clinic.

Once there, Abby saw Dr. Tascon who would oversee the transfusion. Eventually, Abbys red count went up, but so did her white count, in fact, it went through the roof. She was put on another antibiotic, she was still a very sick little girl. Through all of this, Dr. Tascon was there for Abby. He was so good with her we made a point of making appts only when he was working. Most dogs are not excited about going to the Vet, Abby wasnt like that with Dr. Tascon and we wanted to ensure that she continued to look forward to car rides and visits to the office.

Eventually, after many appointments and tests, her numbers adjusted and both fell within the normal range. Today, Abby is a healthy, happy, spayed little girl who is full of energy and love, typical Lab personality traits. While we worried constantly about Abbys health, we never worried about her care at University. All of the staff, from the front desk to the Techs to Dr. Tascon were wonderful and caring, exactly what a scared, sick stray needed at the time. We cant thank everyone enough for taking such wonderful care of Abby.

Jeb Percival
Bob Sleeper

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Owner replied on 12/16/09
Thanks Jeb for your kind words.
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cathy s.

I live in Gilbert and took my 6 year old dog to a vet who told me that they didn't have the equipment needed to evaluate/treat my dog. University Vet was able to diagnose my dog and treat her without surgery - they saved me so much money not to mention my dog is back to her old self! Thank you University Vet! You are my new veterinarian.

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Dr Gus replied on 12/16/09
Thanks Cathy, We all appriciate your comments about how we treated your dog.
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Julie C.

I became a client when I first moved to south Phoenix on a recommendation from my previous veterinarian. I love that University has so many doctors because I can always get in to see someone. The hospital is laid out really well and I *love* the boarding areas! My dog and cats have a great time when they board there. The prices are right in line considering their doctors have so much experience and skill. I like that I can buy my pet food and I can get my dog groomed right at the same place! One time, when I brought my dog, Louie, in for grooming, the groomer found a puncture wound on his foot that I would never have noticed. She alerted my vet who examined him and called me with a treatment plan. I really appreciated the attention that the groomer and the vet gave Louie and it made it really easy and convenient for me to get him treated. I also like that they send me reminder cards in the mail so I don't have to keep track of when all my pets' vaccines and exams are due. Thank you University Animal Hospital for providing my pets with top-notch care!

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Owner replied on 10/02/09
Julie you are the BEST, Thanks for letting our staff know how they did.
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Tom G.

Amazing experience By Jad D. I had to bring my dog into University Animal Hospital in an emergency because he ate an entire bottle of aspirin. From the time that I came in, they were quick to take action, but the vet soon came in and described exactly what they were doing and what the consequences were, I wish that I had that much confidence in my own doctor. They let me come back and be with him after they were done with the emergency work and did not rush me at all. Any questions that I had either the technician or the vet answered for me with no problem. I changed over to them as my regular vet from then on, and I would never look back.

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Owner replied on 10/02/09
Thanks Jad for letting us post your comments about our hospital and your experience here
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Jad D.

I had to bring my dog into University Animal Hospital in an emergency because he ate an entire bottle of aspirin. From the time that I came in, they were quick to take action, but the vet soon came in and described exactly what they were doing and what the consequences were, I wish that I had that much confidence in my own doctor. They let me come back and be with him after they were done with the emergency work and did not rush me at all. Any questions that I had either the technician or the vet answered for me with no problem. I changed over to them as my regular vet from then on, and I would never look back.

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Dr Gus replied on 09/18/09
Thanks! You made my day :)
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Michelle G.

This hospital has a great staff and doctors. They continue to provide my pets with the best care possible and I appreciate the fact that they are innovative and can handle difficult cases. I went to many other vets in the area and was not happy. Their staff have always been friendly with me and they obviously love animals.

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University Animal Hospital replied on 09/18/09
We all thank you for you kind comments.
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Susan S.

I have always had the best experience coming to University Animal Hospital. They have an amazing and caring staff from the front office to the doctors. We had an emergency with our dog and they were absolutely amazing with their response time and as upset as we were they gave us the care we needed as well as our pet. We have been coming here for years. I would not go anywhere else

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University Animal Hospital replied on 09/18/09
Thanks, we love our wonderful clients!!
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Anonymous

This vet who owns this place is amazing. He is a really nice guy who without a doubt really cares about his customers. He is willing to work with you on payments, and runs a great business. The office is clean, and the waiting area is very comfortable.

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Dr Gus replied on 09/18/09
Thank you for taking such great care of your pets.
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Donna H. | insider_expert Insider Expert | Rank: 2,484

My dog is so excited everytime I take him here. He LOVES to be boarded here. One time I was sick in the hospital and the staff drove to my house and were let in by my landlord and got my dog and took him to board him for me. The Best!

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University Animal Hospital replied on 09/18/09
Thanks for your kind comments. We are excited to come to work because of people like you.
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Anonymous

I really like this vet. I used to go here when I lived closer to their office. The vet is a very friendly guy who really cares about the animals he is treating. His entire staff is caring and are all great people. The office is small, but still very nice. They sell a few products here, not many but they are all high quality. They are open late which is really nice if you work late.

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University Animal Hospital replied on 09/18/09
Thanks for your kind comments :)

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