Welcome to Herschel Animal Clinic
Your Jacksonville veterinary hospital, where we treat each pet like one of our own. Appointments encouraged, walk-ins welcome. Named "Best Animal Hospital" in Avondale/Riverside by Jacksonville Magazine and one of the "Best Veterinary Clinics" in Jacksonville by ThreeBestRated.com!
Your Jacksonville Veterinary Clinic
We treat your pet like one of our own.
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Jacksonville Veterinary Clinic
Herschel Animal Clinic improves lives through personalized care to pet owners in Jacksonville, Florida. Located in the heart of Jacksonville in the Avondale / Riverside neighborhoods, Herschel Animal Clinic looks forward to meeting you and your pet. As pet owners ourselves, the veterinarians at Herschel Animal Clinic believe that annual preventative care with wellness exams, vaccines, parasite screenings, heartworm test, and early detection lab tests are the key to a longer, healthier and happier life for your pet.
Named "Best Animal Hospital in Avondale/Riverside" in Jacksonville Magazine and one of the "Best Veterinary Clinics" in Jacksonville by ThreeBestRated.com and "Best Animal Hospital in Jacksonville" by LocalBest.com!
Herschel Animal Clinic provides preventive care and wellness services, pet surgeries, dentistry and more! Learn how we can help you and your pet.
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Staff is very friendly and the service is excellent. If I could give them 100 stars I would! My Gizmo loves the staff and the staff loves him too which makes me happy.
Excellent prices AND customer service/experience 💗 I used to go to the clinic at No More Homeless... you know, but no more. This is a business that cares about your pet and wants your business.
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Herschel Animal Clinic provides Jacksonville, Florida with quality vet services, talented and experienced staff, and a love for serving the pets of Avondale and Riverside neighborhoods. Learn about all of our veterinary services...
Dr. David Qualls
Veterinarian
Dr. David Qualls joined Herschel Animal Clinic in 2019. He is a graduate of the University of Florida where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. A life long resident of Florida, he has been practicing in northeast Florida since 1981 and currently resides in Jacksonville with his wife, Selene, and their family.
Dr. Qualls has been involved in raising and showing A.K.C. registered Siberian Huskies since 1972. He has bred and shown over 150 A.K.C. Champions, ten Best in Show Winners and a Siberian Husky Club of America National Specialty Best of Breed Winner. In addition to being one of the most accomplished Breeder/Owner/Handlers involved with the breed, Dr. Qualls has been an A.K.C. approved Judge for Siberian Huskies for the past 25 years. He has judged dog shows in the U.S., Canada, Argentina, Italy, and Japan. His experience raising dogs for the past 45 years has proven to be a valuable asset not only in treating his patients, understanding their behavior, growth and nutritional needs but also in being able to pass practical experience gained with his own pets on to his Clients.
He is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA) and Jacksonville Veterinary Medical Society (JVMS) and has special interests in dermatology, ophthalmology, laser surgery, behavior and pet nutrition.
Dr. Suzanne Boston
Veterinarian
Dr. Suzanne Boston graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Go Dawgs! Dr. Boston has a special interest in small animal preventive care, nutrition, and behavior. In her off time, she enjoys spending time at the lake with her husband and three dogs.
Dr. Barbara Kempf
Veterinarian
Dr. Kempf graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She enjoys pet dentistry and feline medicine but has a love for canine medicine as well.
She has 1 Shetland Sheepdog and 4 cats, including 2 without the use of their back legs! Outside the vet hospital, Dr. Kempf is fond of the outdoors, likes hiking and camping, and will occasionally ride her motorcycle to work.
Dr. Amy Sherman
Veterinarian
Dr. Amy Sherman attended the University of Florida studying microbiology. She then went on to graduate from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007 with honors. Dr. Sherman completed an internship at a specialty and emergency hospital in southern Florida, after which she joined Herschel Animal Clinic in 2010. Outside of the hospital, Dr. Sherman enjoys photography and experimenting with new culinary dishes. She is kept on her toes by her two young daughters, Zoe and Elena, with continual assistance from her loving husband, Ethan.
Dr. Allison Bryan
Veterinarian
Dr. Suzanne Boston
Veterinarian
Dr. Suzanne Boston graduated from the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Go Dawgs! Dr. Boston has a special interest in small animal preventive care, nutrition, and behavior. In her off time, she enjoys spending time at the lake with her husband and three dogs.
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Dr. Barbara Kempf
Veterinarian
Dr. Kempf graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine. She enjoys pet dentistry and feline medicine but has a love for canine medicine as well.
She has 1 Shetland Sheepdog and 4 cats, including 2 without the use of their back legs! Outside the vet hospital, Dr. Kempf is fond of the outdoors, likes hiking and camping, and will occasionally ride her motorcycle to work.
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Dr. Amy Sherman
Veterinarian
Dr. Amy Sherman attended the University of Florida studying microbiology. She then went on to graduate from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007 with honors. Dr. Sherman completed an internship at a specialty and emergency hospital in southern Florida, after which she joined Herschel Animal Clinic in 2010. Outside of the hospital, Dr. Sherman enjoys photography and experimenting with new culinary dishes. She is kept on her toes by her two young daughters, Zoe and Elena, with continual assistance from her loving husband, Ethan.
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Welcome Dr. David QuallsJuly 31, 2019Welcome Dr. David Qualls to Herschel Animal Clinic in Jacksonville!...
Best Animal Hospital in Avondale/Riverside in Jacksonville MagazineMay 11, 2019Herschel Animal Clinic was named "Best Animal Hospital" in Avondale/Riverside in Jacksonville Magazine Best in Jax! Thank you to our loyal clients who voted us this honor.
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Construction & RenovationsMay 8, 2019Excited to announce we are performing renovations to our animal hospital in Jacksonville! Please excuse any construction mess.
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How Can I Remember to Give My Pet Their Heartworm Prevention Each Month?April 30th, 2019Remembering your pet’s medications and heartworm preventatives are vital to maintaining the health, and well-being, of your pet. Monthly heartworm prevention (or those administered by a veterinarian every 6 months) must be given on schedule to maintain their effectiveness. Here are some tips and tools to remind you when to administer your pet’s heartworm prevention medication.
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Best Veterinary Clinics in Jacksonville - Herschel Animal ClinicFebruary 4, 2019Herschel Animal Clinic was named to ThreeBestRated.com's list of Best Veterinary Clinics in Jacksonville! Handpicked based on a 50-Point inspection including customer reviews, history, complaints, ratings, satisfaction, trust, cost & general excellence.
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