Hernando Animal Hospital was founded by Dr. Mark Griswold in 1980. We have since established a dynamic veterinary team, devoted to celebrating the human-animal bond, by providing our patients with excellent care, as well as providing our clients with the education they need to care for their pets. We are a 1 doctor small animal hospital located in Spring Hill, Florida. We have a dedicated and compassionate staff. Our practice owner, Dr. Chris Gretzinger, is a 1998 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania. She joined the practice in 2002. Our clinic and doctor are also members of: American Veterinary Medical Association, Florida Veterinary Medical Association, Veterinary Information Network and American Heartworm Society Our Services: Preventative medicine: We provide routine wellness exams, vaccinations, and laboratory services for cats and dogs. Flea and tick control: Keeping your pet on year-round flea control is very important in Florida. Using a flea control product may save your pet hours of misery, as well as saving you money in the end. Many cats and dogs are allergic to a flea’s bite and may cause them a reaction. Heartworm prevention: We have many different choices of heartworm prevention and flea and tick control products for our clients, to suit each individual pet’s needs. Microchip insertion: Microchipping is one of the main focuses of lost pet return. Hernando Animal Hospital uses HomeAgain microchips that are recognized world wide. Placement of the microchip is fast, easy and virtually painless. Canine dentistry: Good dental health is essential to the general health, well-being, and longevity of your dog’s life. Many experts believe that you can add five years on to your pet’s life by maintaining good dental health for your pet. Regular checkups will help to keep track of your dog’s dental health. Feline dentistry: Like dogs, cats can suffer from dental diseases including periodontitis. In fact, dental disease is one of the largest causes of health problems in cats. Treatment may include antibiotics, dental cleaning, and extractions, when necessary. Some cats are more prone to plaque, and subsequent dental disease, than others. At Hernando Animal Hospital, every appointment with the doctor includes examining your cat’s teeth and mouth, and advising you on good dental care for your pet. Boarding for cats: Overnight, daily, weekly, or monthly accommodations are available for our feline patients. Boarding your pets at Hernando Animal Hospital gives you the assurance of having a veterinarian on-hand, if the need arises. Prescription diets: We offer Hill’s Prescription Diet our hospital to ensure the best nutrition suited for pet’s individual needs. Cremation services: In the unfortunate event that your pet passes away, we offer our clients different pet cremation options. Pet licensing: Upon your pet receiving the rabies vaccine, you will be given a rabies certificate, which may be used to obtain a county license. Laboratory: The in-house laboratory at Hernando Animal Hospital is a crucial part of our practice. Tests on blood, urine, stool, or tissue are often critical for determining either illness or health. Ultrasound Services: We have a mobile endoscopy service that comes to our hospital to perform our ultrasounds. Payment Options: We accept Master/Visa Card, Discover, Care Credit, checks, and cash