19 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705
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(727) 390-0333
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Here When Your Pet
Needs Us Most

From limping to vomiting to late-night concerns, we’re here with expert walk-in care for your furry family members.
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727-390-0333

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Save your spot online and skip the wait. Walk-ins always welcome.

No appointment needed
Same-day care
Affordable pet dental
Nights & weekends
Convenient drop-off
Fair pricing

19 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705

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What We Treat

From sudden illness to minor injury, we're here nights and weekends so your pet feels better fast.

Vomiting
Limping
Ear Infections
Skin Issues
Eye Problems
Allergies
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About CentralPet

The vet you call when your vet can't see you today.

Your dog started limping this morning. Your cat hasn't eaten since yesterday. Your regular clinic is booked through next week and the ER quoted a number that made you wince. That in-between is exactly where CentralPet lives. We're a locally owned walk-in vet in St. Petersburg, here for the things that need a doctor today but don't need a hospital.

A CentralPet veterinarian examining a dog while its owner looks on

Walk-ins welcome

19 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S, St. Petersburg

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Locally owned. Not a chain, not a franchise. Just a St. Pete team that wanted a better option for the neighborhood's pets.

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Seen today, not next Tuesday

Walk in or save your spot online. We're open evenings and weekends, which is usually when these things happen anyway.

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Fair prices, no surprises

Express care costs a fraction of an emergency visit. You'll see an estimate before we start, and financing is there if you need it.

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Real people who'll remember your dog's name

Small team, calm rooms, and a doctor who explains what's going on in plain English. Now including surgery like TPLO, right here in St. Pete.

Meet CentralPet Is this an ER visit or a CentralPet visit?

Our Services

Whatever it is, we'll see them today.

Most of what walks through our door is the everyday stuff: an ear that won't stop itching, a stomach that won't settle, a limp that showed up out of nowhere. We handle it in one visit, with the lab and pharmacy right here.

What's going on with your pet? Tap the closest match.

Vomiting or diarrhea
Limping
Not eating
Itchy skin
Ear infection
Eye discharge
New lump
Coughing or sneezing
Bad breath
Needs vaccines
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A dog resting comfortably in a cozy blanket A dog having its ears cleaned at the vet A veterinarian bandaging a cat's leg A veterinarian examining a pet's leg with lab samples nearby A golden retriever being examined by the veterinary team A veterinarian performing a dental cleaning on a dog A French bulldog wearing a protective collar after surgery A husky relaxing on green grass A small dog peeking out of a travel carrier

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Illness & Sick Visits

Common symptoms like dog coughing, cat sneezing, vomiting, or diarrhea.

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Walk in during open hours or save your spot online. Evenings and weekends included.

New at CentralPet

TPLO surgery, right here in St. Pete.

A torn CCL is one of the most common injuries we see in dogs, and TPLO is the gold-standard repair. Until now that meant a referral, a long wait, and specialty-hospital pricing. Now it means a consult with us, a surgery date that isn't weeks away, and one flat fee you'll know before you say yes.

$4,900

Flat fee. Consult and surgery day included.

Follow-up visits and recheck X-rays are billed separately. 0% APR for 12 months available through Cherry for qualified pet parents.

Learn about TPLO Or call (727) 390-0333

How It Works

No appointment. No runaround. Just come in.

Most people have never used a walk-in vet before, so here's the whole thing in three steps. It's closer to a good urgent care for people than to anything you've experienced at an animal hospital.

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Step one

Walk in, or save your spot

Pet problems don't check the calendar, so neither do we. Come straight in during open hours, including evenings and weekends, or check in online first and we'll text you when it's nearly your turn.

Open evenings and weekends
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Step two

We check you in and triage

A team member gets your pet's history and takes a first look. Like any urgent care, the sickest patients go first, so a short wait usually means your pet is doing okay. We'll keep you posted the whole time.

Most urgent seen first
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Step three

Home together, feeling better

Exam, diagnostics, and treatment all happen here, with the lab and pharmacy in-house. You leave with a plan you understand, medications in hand, and a much calmer pet than an ER night would have given you.

Lab and pharmacy on site

Before you come

A few things that make the visit smoother

Any records from your regular vet, or just their name so we can request them.
Current medications, or a photo of the labels.
A leash or carrier. Cats do best in a carrier with a towel over it.
A note on your phone about what you've noticed and when it started.

Emergency? If your pet is struggling to breathe, has collapsed, is bleeding heavily, or is having seizures, skip us and go straight to Beacon Emergency Veterinary Hospital. We'll always send you there if it's more than express care can handle.

Ready when you are

Save your spot, or just walk in.

Online check-in holds your place in line so you can wait at home instead of in the lobby. Walk-ins are always welcome too.

Save Your Spot Online Call (727) 390-0333

19 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33705 · Today's hours

Five-star reviews

Real visits. Real relief.

Word for word from pet parents who walked in on a Saturday afternoon, a Sunday, or late on a weeknight, when nobody else was open.

A Saturday at 4 PM
"Most veterinary clinics were closed, and I desperately needed help. Thankfully, this clinic was very close to where we were. From the moment I walked in with my injured dog, everyone was incredibly kind, calm, and compassionate. They cleaned his wounds, prescribed the medications he needed, and I was able to purchase everything right there."
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Ramina T.Google review, with Chini
Late on a weeknight
"My dog needed non-life threatening vet care late last night and their facility and staff were amazing. Audrie, our tech, and Dr. P were so kind and so sweet with my dog. They even gave my dog a new toy as a token of bravery for her visit."
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KristinGoogle review
A Sunday
"He was able to be seen on Sunday and start getting some relief. The vet was really nice, explained everything well. I thought the price was very reasonable. Central Pet is a great resource for downtown St. Pete, especially the Edge District."
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Ann R.Google review, Local Guide
First visit
"The check-in process was quick, easy, and welcoming. The vet techs were incredibly kind, patient, and helpful, which made the whole visit feel stress-free. Blu felt right at home. Dr. Tara Ravangard was wonderful. She took the time to explain everything clearly."
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Justin P.Google review, with Blu
First visit
"I visited this vet for the first time. They were very attentive and helpful. I got my dog treated quickly. The interior of the clinic looks very clean and new as well."
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Rio R.Google review, Local Guide

Been in? A review helps the next worried pet parent find us.

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Find Us

Corner of Central and MLK. Easy to find, easy to park.

We're in the heart of St. Pete, a few minutes from downtown, the Grand Central District, and the bridges. If you're coming from Gulfport, Pinellas Park, or the beaches, you're closer than you think.

CentralPet Express Care

19 Dr. M.L.K. Jr St SSt. Petersburg, FL 33705

Our front door is on Central Avenue at the corner of Dr. M.L.K. Jr Street. Look for the CentralPet sign.

Walk-ins welcome

Open evenings and weekends

All hours

Parking

Use the 800 Lot, the gravel lot diagonally across the intersection at 800 1st Ave S (Parking Zone #2017). Pay by ParkMobile or at the pay station, then it's a short walk to our door. Street parking on Central works for quick visits. Parking details

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Serving

Downtown St. PeteOld NortheastGulfportSouth PasadenaPinellas ParkKenneth CityTreasure IslandSt. Pete BeachAcross the bridges

Open when most clinics are closed, so plenty of families drive in from Clearwater, Tampa, and Bradenton too.

Ready when you are

Your pet needs to be seen today? We're here.

Save your spot online and wait at home instead of the lobby, or just walk in. Either way, you'll see a doctor today, without the emergency room price tag.

Save Your Spot Online Call (727) 390-0333

Walk-ins always welcome during open hours. Emergency? Go straight to Beacon.