Steven Montano
Star rating only, no written review.
SunShine Animal Hospital of Melbourne
5860 N Wickham Rd, Melbourne, FL 32940Brevard CountyFlorida premises permit active since 2002(veterinary premises permit VE3082, responsible vet Kevin Fontenot)Check with the state (opens in new tab)Matched to this clinic by address.
Real Vet Score 68 out of 100Real Vet ScoreMixedLikely 59–77 given the evidence#21 of 24 scored vets in Melbourne How ranked4.1From 115 ratings across 2 sources4.3 on Google (opens in new tab) (94 reviews)3.0 on Yelp (opens in new tab) (21 reviews)Replies to 15% of Google and Yelp reviews (of 20 read)Down 7 points since September 2026
How this score was calculated
| Ratings from | Avg | Count |
|---|---|---|
| 4.30 | 94 | |
| Yelp | 3.00 | 21 |
- Star ratings, weighted: 4.06. Member reviews count 1.5×, 3× with a checked bill.
- Last 24 months: 4.82 from 11 reviews, blended in at 25%.
- Adjusted toward the all-clinic average (4.55) with the weight of 20 reviews: 4.30.
- What 16 reviews say about care: −0.09 stars.
- Result: 4.21 stars = 68 / 100. Based on a fair number of ratings.
What people paid
Amounts pet owners reported for SunShine Animal Hospital of Melbourne.
Quoted in Google, Yelp and Facebook reviews
- Sick or injured
- $560
- Something else
- $25
from 1 mention
from 1 mention
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 frequently describe the clinic as having a kind, professional, and attentive staff who provide high-quality care for various animals. While many owners report positive experiences with medical treatments and facility atmosphere, there are conflicting reports regarding front desk interactions and pricing.
Often praised
- Several reviewers mention the kindness and professionalism of the staff
- Multiple reviewers praise the thoroughness and attentiveness of the veterinary care
- Some reviewers highlight the clinic's ability to provide prompt service
Common concerns
- One reviewer reported a negative experience with a specific front desk staff member
- Two reviewers mentioned concerns regarding high medication costs or general pricing
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).
- Front desk and staff
- 82% positive, 9% negative, (11) mentions
- Gentle with pets
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (6) mentions
- Cost and billing
- 25% positive, 75% negative, (4) mentions
- Treatment results
- 100% positive, 0% negative, (3) mentions
From 16 reviews read by AI. Topics mentioned fewer than 3 times are not shown.
About this clinic
As stated on the clinic's own website (sunshineanimalhospital.org), checked Nov 1, 2026. Call ahead to confirm.
- Credentials
- AAHA accredited
- Treats
- dogscats
- Services
- wellness examsvaccinesdental caresurgeryspay and neuterx-raysultrasoundin-house lablaser therapyorthopedic surgeryboardinggroomingmicrochipping
- Veterinarians
- Dr. Kevin J Fontenot, DVMFlorida license VM5848, current
Reviews
Write a reviewLeona Mynes
Star rating only, no written review.
Cathy Prestwood
Dr wouldn't refill an Rx HE WROTE for my dogs ear drops (3 weeks after vet visit) when I wanted to make sure the girl taking care of our dog had enough drops while we were away. That was my last straw. Go somewhere else View on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: Strange how people twist the truth to make themselves look better or gain sympathy, until faced with the facts!
We refilled this pet’s ear medication… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
Cassidy Johnson
We have been using SunShine for over two years now for our two dogs and our cat. We have had great experiences every time we visit and Doc is very kind to our animals. Our cat is not very friendly but was still treated with kindness and professionalism to get the treatment he… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Chris C.
Though he has been our vet for more than 10 years, I'm very disappointed in Sunshine Animal Hospital and specifically its vet and owner Dr. Kevin J Fontenot. Primarily, he has grossly excessive changes for medications. He charged $560 for a heavy duty antibiotic for our dog. I… Read the full review on Google (opens in new tab)
Clinic's reply: At Sunshine Animal Hospital, more than 30 years of experience balancing the needs of the Patient and the needs of the client, has forged a simple basic belief…… Read it on Google (opens in new tab)
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