Southport Animal Hospital

I’ve been bringing my cats to this vet since I got them 3 years ago. They are so compassionate and kind, very thorough and i didn’t feel rushed even though I could hear how busy they were. They are always quick to get us into a room to let the animals decompress which is much appreciated.

I wish there were 10 stars to give!

Adding to the positive review below, Erick Kabler was also outstanding while working on my cat's teeth for her dental work. In addition, his follow up was superb and timely. Thank you Erick for your compassion for animals.

I have nothing but the utmost respect and trust for Southport Animal Hospital.

Dr. Kelli Marlar and the entire staff consistently go above and beyond my expectations every time I bring my cat to their office.

As a loyal client for 10+ years, I wholeheartedly recommend Southport Veterinary Animal Hospital to anyone seeking exceptional care for their pets.

First-time visit for an emergency, and Dr. Marlar and the entire staff were extremely responsive, attentive, and genuinely caring. We were able to get in quickly for our lethargic dog who was not eating. The explanations of the tests and results were very thorough and easy to understand. I would highly recommend them.

Really friendly staff and doctors

I have recently moved from NYC to Fort Lauderdale and was blessed to get a recommendation to SOUTHPORT ANIMAL HOSPITAL from several locals. From the warm and efficient administrative support team, to the vet techs, to Erick and Dr. Rachel Gonzales, this is exactly what we needed ; 13 year old cardiac patient pup, and his 8 year old “sensitive skin and stomach” best buddy ! It’s so refreshing to be supported by healthy,happy, highly educated “professionals in their field”, and feel safe !
Thank you SOUTHPORT ANIMAL HOSPITAL TEAM !
Bubby Griffen and Alex

Soooooooooo grateful for Dr. Gonzalez, Dr. Bufalieri, Erick and the rest of the amazing team and staff. Truly went above and beyond for my tiny girl & made me feel so comfortable the entire time. I could not recommend them enough. If you want a group that you can trust to truly care for your pets, this is the place.

The best in the area. Honest, informative, reasonably priced and very kind people!

I can not express how grateful I am to have these wonderful people care for our pets. My English bulldog had to come in for a UTI. He is so dramatic tho. Major anxiety to the point they have to put him on oxygen because he was turning blue. The staff was so calm yet concerned and loving with him. They really are angels from heaven. When you meet people who love animals the way we love them, I feel we should acknowledge them to the world. Boomer is home now with a pink tongue and resting comfortably. God bless the entire staff at Southport Animal Hospital.

My 15 yr old had major dental work and Dr. Erik and Dr. Marlar did the best job. Stormy feels much better now and is gaining weight!

Sorry, Erik Kabler is the dental tech.

updated: 09/16/2024
I absolutely love this vet practice. I'm sad that Dr. Billhartz is no longer with Southport, however the rest of the amazing staff still is! My girl Gracie ABSOLUTELY LOVEEESSSS going to the vet! TRUST ME, her past vet records at another practice in Georgia tells a completely different story. Dr. Marlar is INCREDIBLE and her entire team is INCREDIBLE! I trust Murray with my babies more than I have ever trusted any other vet tech ever. He has an amazing way with the animals. Murray is amazing and so are the other vet techs there, as well. Everyone in that office genuinely cares deeply about the animals and their best wellbeing. The reception team is truly underrated! - even though everyone comments on how sweet and kind they are I don't feel those words describe them good enough - they are hands down the absolute best! They are soooooooo thoughtful, welcoming, helpful, funny and loving toward every animal that walks through their doors! I can't say enough great things about Southport but I feel that the fact that I felt the need to provide 3 reviews/updates should speak volumes. I absolutely recommend this vet practice 100%. I thank them for everything they've done for me and my beloved pets.

100% GREAT experience on 10/05/2022 - Lived in Fort Myers and when hurricane Ian hit and the entire swfl area lost power, all of the vet offices were closed and lost a lot of their medications. My 15yr old guy was needing his Cytopoint shot and Southport Animal Hospital did not hesitate when I called them and explained our circumstance and asked if they could help and give William his shot - they said no problem. We drove 2 hrs, walked in and within 15 mins we were out the door with William receiving his shot. They were so warm and welcoming and empathetic.
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Now, fast forward to today - I permanently move to Fort Lauderdale and am in need of a vet for a new dog I adopted and my cat. Guess who I immediately call. You bet, Southport Animal Hospital! And let me tell you, with my new dog, Gracie, she has a history of aggression at her old vet office (her previous family made sure I had all of her records) ....so needless to say, I was so apprehensive about how her vet visit would go. So far, she has been to Southport Animal Hospital twice and saw Dr. Billhartz (LOVE HER!) and Dr. Bufalieri (LOVE HIM!) and both times Gracie walked out of the office confident and happy!!!! She loves loves loves Heather, Liz, and the whole reception team! And she loves Murray and all the techs!! I feel 100% confident that she is going to be taken care of properly with love, kindness and understanding of her fear issues. This office is such a blessing to me and Dr. Billhartz who is chief in command is just kindness and love. And the rest of her team reflect that. Amazing people in this office. Loving, kind and thoughtful people in this office. I'm so grateful for them all.