Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc

★ 4.2 · 422 Google reviews·Animal hospital·Riverview, FL
Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc, Riverview
Boarding
Dogs Away score8.5 /10Very good · 422 reviews · top 98% in Tampa
Sources
Behind the 8.5
Reviews read
422 on Google
Average stars
4.20 ★
Rank
#166 of 184 in Tampa
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published8 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc is a animal hospital in Riverview, FL, offering boarding. It scores 8.5/10 (very good) from 422 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars — #166 of 184 in Tampa. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 8.

Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.
Vaccine rules publishedRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis

About this place

Our veterinary clinic and animal hospital is lead by Traci Holder, VMD who is a licensed, experienced veterinarian. At our clinic, we strive to keep your pet happy and healthy. With your pet’s best care in mind, we offer guaranteed quality services and treatments from a compassionate staff of experts. We offer comprehensive pet care services in the Riverview, FL area at competitive prices. Take advantage of our senior and military discounts.

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
VeterinaryBoardingGrooming
Type
Veterinary practice
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Tampa
#166 of 184
Google rating
★4.2 (422)
From downtown
14.0 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

8/27

8 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Admission requirements2 of 6 published
Vaccinations requiredRequired: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis
Their words
“Dog Vaccination Requirements Dogs are required to be current on the following: Rabies Vaccine Distemper (DAPP) Vaccine Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccine Negative Intestinal Parasite Screening within the last year”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Fecal / parasite testNegative test required
Their words
“Dog Vaccination Requirements Dogs are required to be current on the following: Rabies Vaccine Distemper (DAPP) Vaccine Bordetella (Kennel Cough) Vaccine Negative Intestinal Parasite Screening within the last year”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Operations6 of 21 published
Time out of their room3 leashed walks per day
Their words
“Each dog goes on 3 leashed walks per day.”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Injury / fight policyPublished
Their words
“We will keep in close contact with owners if we have any concerns. Treatment may be administered at the discretion of the doctor for the health and well being of our pet guests if we are unable to reach our pet parents.”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Veterinary accessVeterinarian on site
Their words
“Treatment may be administered at the discretion of the doctor for the health and well being of our pet guests if we are unable to reach our pet parents.”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Administers medicationYes, for a fee
Their words
“We also offer medication administration, nail trims, anal gland expressions and baths at an additional cost.”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
FeedingOwner's food encouraged
Their words
“We always encourage food to be brought from home, but if not, we provide Science Diet wet and dry food to our boarders.”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Online bookingYes
Their words
“Need To Book A Stay With Us? Booking your stay has never been easier. Book Appointment”bigbendanimalhospital.com/services/boarding
Show 19 policies not published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

8.5Very goodDogs Away score
5 ★296
4 ★38
3 ★21
2 ★8
1 ★59
★ 4.20Google average
422reviews behind the score
★ 4.69Tampa average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

friendly staff 81caring staff 30cost 26grooming 17care and compassion 14knowledgeable vet 4clean environment 4explaining treatments 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Who they take & how they care

Cats
Cats get a sound-proof space completely separate from dogsStated on their website

In the facility’s own words, summarized. Confirm when you book.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–6 PM
Tue
8 AM–6 PM
Wed
8 AM–6 PM
Thu
8 AM–6 PM
Fri
8 AM–6 PM
Sat
8 AM–1 PM
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

TPA · Tampa International
18.3 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 6 PM
Open Sunday
No

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

11321 Big Bend Rd, Riverview, FL 33579

14.0 miles from downtown Tampa · Get directions

Amenities & details

Onsite servicesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomAppointment requiredAppointments recommendedPaid parking lot

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc

What services does Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc offer?
Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc is listed as a animal hospital in Riverview, FL, offering boarding.
How much does Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc charge?
We did not find a published rate on Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Tampa median published boarding rate is $45/night across 62 facilities.
What vaccines does Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc require?
According to its website: Required: rabies, DHPP, Bordetella · Not mentioned: canine influenza, leptospirosis.
Is someone on site overnight at Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc?
Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc compare with other Tampa facilities?
It ranks #166 of 184 in the Tampa index by Dogs Away score (8.5/10, very good), based on 422 Google reviews averaging 4.2 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Big Bend Animal Hospital Inc, Riverview, FL. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/tampa-fl/big-bend-animal-hospital-inc/

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