New clients
Everything people ask before a first visit to Dunedin Animal Medical Center, in the order they usually ask it.
What does a first visit cost?
A doctor’s exam is $49, the same for new and existing clients. If your pet is due for vaccines, the exam is $29 as part of a vaccine package: $79 for a puppy or kitten’s first visit at 8–10 weeks, $160 for an adult dog and $105 for an adult cat. Each package includes a free one-month dose of heartworm prevention. See what each package includes.
The exam covers the doctor’s time and a full nose-to-tail examination. Lab work, x-rays and medication are priced separately, and the doctor goes through the cost with you before anything is done.
Do I need an appointment?
Walk-ins are welcome, with a possible wait. Appointments run in two windows, 8:00am – Noon and Noon – 6:00pm, and you can send a request any time using the form on this page. We confirm the exact time with you by phone, text or email, whichever you choose.
If your pet is sick today, call rather than using the form. Same-day slots open at 6:30am and fill through the morning.
Are you open on weekends?
Yes. We’re open 6:30am–6:30pm seven days a week, including Saturday and Sunday, with doctors on site 8:00am–6:00pm. Weekend appointments cost the same as weekday ones.
What should I bring?
- Records from your previous vet, if you have them
- A list of current medications and doses
- The name of the food your pet eats
- A stool sample, if we ask for one when we confirm
The easiest way to get records to us is by email, to petcare@dunedinamc.com. Your old vet can send them directly, or you can forward them yourself. If your pet has a problem that comes and goes, a short phone video is often more useful than a description. About 15 seconds is plenty; email it to petcare@dunedinamc.com with your pet’s name.
What happens at the first visit?
The doctor examines your pet nose to tail, goes through the history with you, and talks about whatever brought you in. If they recommend tests or treatment, you get an estimate first. Nothing is added without your say-so.
How can I pay?
Cash, cards and checks at the counter. For larger bills, many clients use Cherry, and we also accept CareCredit and Scratch Pay. How payment plans work.
Where do I park?
There is plenty of free parking on site at 1546 Main St.
Contact us
Phone is fastest during open hours. The form and email work any time; we answer when we open.
After hours or an emergency
We don’t provide overnight care. When we’re closed, these hospitals can help.
- AA Animal ER Center36401 US Hwy 19 N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684
727-787-5402Evenings and weekends; closed weekday daytime. - Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center1501A S Belcher Rd, Largo, FL 33771
727-531-5752Open 24 hours. - BluePearl Pet Hospital4701 Ulmerton Rd, Ste 500, Clearwater, FL 33762
727-572-0132Open 24 hours. - VEG ER for Pets2178 Gulf to Bay Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33765
727-288-0732Open 24 hours.
Details checked against each hospital’s own website. Call before you go.
Request a first visit
Tell us about your pet and we’ll confirm a time the way you ask. Your date and window are a request, not a confirmed appointment.