We had a super scary experience with our boy. He's 16, and we thought we would end up needing to say goodbye to him and letting him cross the rainbow bridge. We rushed him into the animal hospital and they were AMAZING. We spent almost a week going in and out of the vet. Fluids… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Normandy Animal Hospital
Emergency vet
8615 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32221Duval CountyFlorida premises permit active since 2019(veterinary premises permit VE5533)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 645 | |
| Yelp | 2.70 | 55 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 3.90. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 3.20 from 20 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 3.75.
- What 18 reviews say about care: −0.40 stars.
- Result: 3.35 stars = 34 / 100. Based on many ratings.
What people paid
Amounts pet owners reported for Normandy Animal Hospital.
Quoted in Google, Yelp and Facebook reviews
- Surgery
- $1,700
As written by owners. Some may be estimates or part of a bill, and insurance isn't accounted for. What you pay depends on your pet's needs.
What pet owners say
Summary written by AIReviewers offer mixed opinions on Normandy Animal Hospital, with some praising the professional and knowledgeable staff while others report significant issues regarding communication and wait times.
Often praised
- Several reviewers describe the doctors as knowledgeable and thorough.
- Multiple reviewers mention that the clinic is convenient for walk-ins.
- Some owners reported positive experiences with the care provided during medical emergencies.
Common concerns
- Several reviewers report long wait times, sometimes exceeding three hours.
- Multiple reviewers expressed frustration regarding a lack of clear pricing or follow-up communication.
Written by AI from the reviews (members' first, then the newest), Oct 25, 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).
- Explaining options
- 40% positive, 60% negative, (10) mentions
- Wait times and booking
- 38% positive, 63% negative, (8) mentions
- Front desk and staff
- 57% positive, 43% negative, (7) mentions
- Treatment results
- 40% positive, 60% negative, (5) mentions
- Cost and billing
- 50% positive, 50% negative, (4) mentions
From 18 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
Reviews
Write a reviewI visited Normandy Animal Hospital today with my dog, knowing it was a walk-in clinic, so I expected some waiting. However, I did not expect to wait over 3.5 hours. During that time, I noticed two large dogs arrive and be taken directly to exam rooms while several of us who had… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Waited here for 2 and a half hours without being seen. The front desk are rude and the entire operation is falling apart. Do not come here. View on Google (opens in new tab)
On Sunday, 6/21/2026 Dr Jill Western said my 6 month old kitten had a blockage or she’d die and needed an operation costing over $2,200. I took my kitten to my regular vet the next day. They retook X-rays and it showed my kitten was only constipated and did NOT need surgery. Dr… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
I have used Normandy Animal Hospital for many years now, I have had numerous dogs I have taken to them. The Vets that have worked there are very good and caring. The biggest issue I feel is the wait time since they do not take appointments. View on Google (opens in new tab)
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