Denise Rodriguez-Cummings
Star rating only, no written review.
Bayshore Animal Hospital Port Orange
5833 S Ridgewood Ave, Port Orange, FL 32127Volusia CountyFlorida premises permit active since 2012(veterinary premises permit VE4255, held by Bayshore Animal Hospital)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
Real Vet Score 88 out of 100Real Vet ScoreGoodLikely 84–92 given the evidence#22 of 58 scored vets in Volusia County How ranked4.7From 239 ratings across 2 sources4.7 on Google (opens in new tab) (230 reviews)3.4 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (9 reviews)Replies to 5% of Google and Yelp reviews (of 44 read)
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.70 | 230 | |
| Yelp | 3.40 | 9 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.65. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.80 from 41 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.68.
- What 29 reviews say about care: +0.02 stars.
- Result: 4.70 stars = 88 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AISeveral reviewers describe the clinic as a compassionate and welcoming environment where staff members are attentive to both pets and their owners' concerns. Many patrons report high levels of trust in the medical expertise provided by the doctors.
Often praised
- Multiple reviewers praise the caring, knowledgeable, and patient nature of the staff.
- Several reviewers mention that the facility offers fair pricing for services and medications.
- Many reviewers highlight the compassionate care provided during complex cases or long-term pet management.
Common concerns
- One reviewer reported a lack of timely information regarding blood work results.
- A reviewer noted difficulty in scheduling an appointment as a new patient.
Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Oct 26, 2026. It can be wrong: read the reviews for the full picture.
What reviews mention
Each review is read for the topics it talks about. Bars show how many of those mentions were positive (green, from the left) or negative (red, from the right).
- Front desk and staff
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (21) mentions
- Gentle with pets
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (9) mentions
- Cost and billing
- 88% positive, 13% negative, (8) mentions
- Explaining options
- 86% positive, 14% negative, (7) mentions
- Treatment results
- 80% positive, 20% negative, (5) mentions
- Wait times and booking
- 25% positive, 75% negative, (4) mentions
- Clean facilities
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (3) mentions
From 29 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
About this clinic
As stated on the clinic's own website (bayshorelovespets.com), checked Oct 25, 2026. Call ahead to confirm.
- Treats
- dogscats
- Services
- surgeryx-raysultrasoundin-house lab
- Hours
- Mon.-Thurs. 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Reviews
Write a reviewBrendan Cook
Great customer service! They care about their customers and pets. Highly recommend! View on Google (opens in new tab)
Rita DeCassia
Star rating only, no written review.
Katie Rodriguez
Highly recommend. Love the doctors and the staff. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Colleen Lydon
Staff is very nice. Dr Castro is excellent. Prices are better than where I went previously. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Kat Teal
Incredible office with wonderful people. They have taken great care of my dog Anne and my cat Dmitry. Prices are fair and the doctors are knowledgeable and take their time with the families and the animals. Dr. Brent fit in Anne when she was having an emergency and made sure she… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Michelle Smith
Dr Castro is wonderful. Knew exactly what was going on with our baby Olliver. Skipped all the tests and X-rays. Treated him ASAP and he has improved dramatically. View on Google (opens in new tab)
joe banks
Star rating only, no written review.
Joseph Ferguson
Star rating only, no written review.
Lola Frank
Bayshore Animal Hospital Port Orange is simply the best. My babies are always anxious but Dr C and his entire staff work hard to ensure they are comfortable. Always a great experience. 10 of 10 ⭐️ View on Google (opens in new tab)
frances bold
A caring facility. The employees are helpful and friendly. View on Google (opens in new tab)
Marvelys Cruz
I been 5 years already with Bayshore Animal hospital Ormond Beach with my baby Lucas since he was 8-10 weeks old , and 5 months ago we added our little kitten Bella I always been acomódate to either of theirs both locations, even today when was almost time to close Dr… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Lynne Varela
We moved into the area a year ago and luckily found Dr. Carnathan and his staff. Our Standard Poodle tore his second ACL and required surgery (TTA). He had the procedure on the other leg a year earlier in Miami. Dr. C took Xrays, confirmed the diagnosis, and recommended the… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: We really enjoy serving you guys! Thank you!
Kim Elizabeth
Bayshore has a good reputation, but I called a month or so ago make an appointment (for a 2nd opinion on something), and was told that they were full and not taking new patients. So I went elsewhere and received excellent service for what I needed. View on Google (opens in new tab)
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