Animal Medical Clinic-St Johns: Stewart Dawn M DVM

We provide thorough Comprehensive Physical Exams to evaluate your pet’s overall health, including assessing heart, lungs, digestive system, skin, and musculoskeletal conditions, during every wellness visit.

We offer specialized Puppy & Kitten Wellness Packages, including vaccinations, parasite prevention, and developmental check-ups, tailored to young pets to ensure a healthy start in life.

We emphasize Senior Pet Wellness Care with increased frequency exams, diagnostic monitoring (like bloodwork and urinalysis), and personalized prevention plans to address age-related conditions.

We administer critical Core Vaccinations, such as Rabies (legally required), Distemper, and Parvovirus/Parvo, which protect your pet from serious, life-threatening diseases with proven safety and efficacy.

We provide Heartworm Testing & Prevention through blood examinations and prescription medications, ensuring your pet’s safety from this deadly parasitic infection, which thrives year-round in our Florida climate.

Our clinic offers Flea & Tick Prevention options, including topical treatments and oral medications, toprotect your pet against parasites, minimize allergic reactions, and break flea/tick life cycles at home.

We perform Microchipping & Registration for just $15, offering a permanent and transferable method for lost pets to be reunited with their caregivers, along with free lifetime database registration.

Our veterinarians provide Nutritional Counseling & Weight Management, including tailored feeding plans and weight loss programs, to combat obesity and prevent related conditions like arthritis and diabetes.

We perform Parasite Deworming to eliminate intestinal parasites like roundworms, hookworms, and tapeworms, which cause health issues such as malnutrition and anemia, especially in puppies and kittens.

Under our Behavioral Counseling, we address concerns such as separation anxiety, aggression, urination/marking issues, and excessive barking, tailoring advice and offering trainer referrals for specialized training needs.

We conduct In-House Bloodwork through CBCs (complete blood counts) and chemistry panels to diagnose conditions like infections, organ diseases, and diabetes, ensuring early detection and targeted treatments.

We perform Urinalysis for dogs and cats to evaluate kidney and urinary tract health, monitoring for crystals, infections, systemic diseases, or hormonal imbalances with minimal discomfort.

We conduct Fecal Testing to detect intestinal worms and protozoan parasites such as Giardia or coccidia, ensuring pets remain healthy and preventing zoonotic transmission to humans.

Our clinic uses Digital X-Rays for diagnostic imaging, evaluating conditions like fractures, dental abscesses, tumors, or gastrointestinal obstructions with precise and detailed results.

We offer Ultrasound Imaging for abdominal or cardiac assessments, allowing real-time visualization to diagnose conditions such as heart murmurs, organ swelling, or pregnancy.

We use Dental X-Rays to identify hidden damage like tooth fractures, gum disease below the gumline, or abscesses, enabling comprehensive dental evaluations beyond surface observations.

For severe dental issues, we offer Oral Surgery, such as Tooth Extractions, addressing oral tumors, traumatic injuries, or extraction of severely diseased teeth to restore oral health.

We provide At-Home Dental Care Education, including guidance on brushing, dental treats, and dietary adjustments, to help maintain oral health and prevent plaque buildup between professional cleanings.

Our Spay & Neuter Surgery reduces the risk of cancers (e.g., mammary tumors), uterine infections, and unwanted pregnancies, while also curbing wandering behavior due to hormonal influences.

We perform Foreign Body Removal through endoscopy or surgery if your pet has ingested non-food items, addressing blockages or perforations which can cause serious gastrointestinal complications.

Our team handles Wound & Laceration Repair, including suturing minor to moderate wounds, applying topical medications, and offering follow-up care to prevent infection and promote healing.

We provide Emergency Stabilization if your pet suffers severe injuries or life-threatening conditions, immediately working to stabilize them until transfer to a 24/7 emergency vet or specialized care.

Our Pain Management services use safe, veterinary-prescribed medications and supplements (e.g., NSAIDs, gabapentin) to reduce suffering from conditions like arthritis, surgery, or chronic illness.

In case of Poison & Toxin Treatment, our clinic administers decontamination, IV fluids, and medications to manage exposure to household substances, plants, or toxins until specialized care is available.

We provide Medical Grooming (e.g., medicated baths with shampoos) for pets with skin conditions or allergies, aiming to improve skin health by removing irritants and reducing inflammation.

Our clinic performs Anal Gland Expression to relieve built-up gland secretions in dogs, addressing discomfort, scooting, or anal sac infections with safe, in-clinic procedures.

We offer Standard Pet Boarding to care for your pets when away for extended periods, ensuring they receive food, attention, and supervision in a safe, stress-free environment.

We provide Quality of Life Assessment for senior or terminally ill pets, helping families evaluate a pet’s comfort, mobility, and happiness to make informed decisions about care.