Business Details
41 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Pet Healthcare in Mount Dora
Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital was founded in 1985 by Dr. Bill Delaporte and continues as a family-run practice under Dr. Beau Delaporte. Since our establishment, we have built a reputation for compassionate, personalized care, treating pets as extended family. Our full-service hospital offers comprehensive medical expertise, including wellness exams, vaccinations, advanced diagnostics, and surgical interventions, with a unique emphasis on laser surgery as the only provider in Lake County.We prioritize open communication with pet owners and maintain close relationships with referral hospitals to enhance care quality. Our team combines decades of experience with a heartfelt commitment to animal welfare, ensuring pets receive tailored health plans at every life stage while fostering positive vet-patient relationships to reduce stress during visits.
Services
Wellness Care
Pet Vaccinations
Dental Services
Pet Surgery
In-House Diagnostics
Microchipping
Parasite Prevention
Urgent Care
Laser Therapy
Ultrasound
Details
- Year established: 1985
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of continuous family-run veterinary expertise in Mount Dora
- Our team provides full-service care from wellness exams to complex surgical procedures
- We are Lake County's only hospital offering laser surgery for pets
- Our veterinarians include specialists in cardiology, soft-tissue surgery, and exotic animals
- We maintain 24/7 emergency communication support for critical pet healthcare needs
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Thorough with elder dog
Great customer service
Caring professionals
Emergency took right away
Services
Wellness Care
Our comprehensive wellness programs ensure pets maintain optimal health throughout their lives. Each visit includes physical exams, weight checks, lifestyle assessments, and tailored recommendations for nutrition and preventive treatments. By detecting potential issues early through regular checkups, we create proactive health plans that reduce future medical concerns while building positive associations with veterinary visits.
Pet Vaccinations
Customized vaccination schedules protect pets from contagious diseases based on age, lifestyle, and risk factors. We offer core vaccinations for puppies/kittens and boosters for adult pets, including specialized protection for social or outdoor animals. Our team explains each vaccine's purpose and potential side effects while creating long-term immunity plans that benefit both individual pets and community animal health.
Dental Care
Professional dental cleanings and oral examinations prevent periodontal disease that affects major organs. Using digital X-rays and ultrasonic scaling, we address dental decay and gum issues under monitored anesthesia. We provide home care education on brushing techniques and product selection, emphasizing that regular dental maintenance extends pets' lifespans while improving their daily comfort and quality of life.
Pet Surgery
From routine spays/neuters to complex orthopedic interventions, our surgical suite delivers precise treatments using laser technology. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork ensures safe anesthesia protocols tailored to each pet's health profile. Post-operative care includes detailed recovery instructions and pain management plans, with special emphasis on minimizing stress during hospitalization while maintaining strict surgical site monitoring for optimal healing outcomes.
In-House Diagnostics
On-site diagnostic capabilities enable immediate analysis of bloodwork, urinalysis, fecal exams, and cytology samples. Digital radiography provides high-resolution imaging for injury assessment and organ evaluation. Rapid diagnostic results allow same-day treatment decisions for urgent cases, reducing wait times while maintaining diagnostic accuracy through integration with electronic medical records that track longitudinal patient health data for better clinical decision-making.
People
Dr. Beau Delaporte
Owner & Veterinarian
Dr. Beau Delaporte graduated from Auburn University's School of Veterinary Medicine in 1998 and took over Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital in 1999. With over 25 years of practice ownership and a legacy of family veterinary service, he combines clinical expertise with leadership. He maintains active involvement in both hospital operations and direct patient care while managing a team of 15+ veterinary professionals.
Dr. Maria Martinez
Associate Veterinarian
Dr. Martinez earned her DVM from Kansas State University after completing degrees in animal science and nutrition. Fluent in Spanish and English, she brings multicultural patient communication skills to her small animal practice. With five years of clinical experience, she contributes specialized knowledge in nutritional planning and exotic pet care to the hospital's multidisciplinary team.
Dr. Anthony Sena
Associate Veterinarian
Known as Dr. Tony, he specializes in cardiology and soft-tissue surgery. A University of Florida graduate with clinical training from Tuskegee University, he advocates for Greyhound welfare while maintaining broad small animal expertise. His compassionate approach ensures both pet and owner comfort during medical consultations and treatment planning.
Dr. Kristine Bentkowski
Associate Veterinarian
A 2023 graduate of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Kristine brings recent expertise in tick-borne disease management. She combines clinical training from Lincoln Memorial University with diverse experience from her background in veterinary research. Her outdoor lifestyle aligns with active Mount Dora pet owners seeking activity-specific health recommendations for their pets.
Casey Delaporte
Practice Manager
As Practice Manager and owner, Casey oversees hospital operations with a veterinary technician license and 20+ years of experience. Her background includes work at Australia Zoo with Steve Irwin, photojournalism, and establishing the hospital's family-oriented culture. She manages staff development while maintaining client relations and operational standards.
Questions
What services does Mount Dora Veterinary Hospital provide?
We offer wellness exams, vaccinations, dental care, diagnostics, surgery (including laser procedures), urgent care, parasite prevention, microchipping, and ultrasound imaging for cats and dogs.
Do you handle emergency pet care situations?
Yes, our team provides urgent care services during operating hours and offers guidance for critical situations outside standard business hours through vet consultation.
How can I schedule a pet appointment?
Schedule through our website booking system, call us directly, or use the PetDesk app for convenient appointment management and treatment reminders.
Do you offer payment plans or financing options?
We accept CareCredit financing and major credit cards, with flexible payment arrangements available for extensive treatments after consultation.
Are you equipped for advanced veterinary procedures?
Yes, our hospital offers laser surgery - unique in Lake County - along with digital diagnostics, ultrasonography, and specialized surgical interventions using modern equipment.
