Dr. Jaclyn Bruce
Dr. Bruce grew up in South Carolina and moved to Georgia to attend the University of Georgia, where she earned her bachelor’s degree and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine. She completed a one-year internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Blue Pearl Veterinary Specialists in Tampa. She then moved to the Florida Keys to work for a few years before returning to the Tampa area. She has enjoyed working as a general practitioner for years, caring for dogs, cats, and many exotic patients. Her main interests are internal medicine and exotic pet medicine. She is also Fear Free Certified.
Dr. Bruce has recently changed to providing urgent care and is excited about working with companion animals in the community during their times of need. She shares her home with her husband, a rambunctious pit bull, two snakes, three tortoises, and a fluffy rabbit.
Imani
Imani has been working in veterinary medicine for 14 years and brings a wealth of experience and compassion to our team. As a trained veterinary technician, she is passionate about helping animals in need and is dedicated to providing exceptional care for every patient who walks through our doors. She especially enjoys building relationships with clients and helping pets feel comfortable and cared for during their visits. When she's not at the clinic, Imani enjoys spending time with her two beloved Frenchies and her kitty, who keep her smiling and remind her every day why she loves working with animals.
Ciera
Ciera is a Florida grown girl, born and raised here in the Sunshine State. Ciera has always followed her heart, which tells her to speak for those who cannot speak for themselves, especially animals. For the past 18 years, Ciera has been working in the veterinary field, with experience in general practice, non-profit, and specialty medicine. In her spare time, Ciera volunteers with the Florida State Guard for disaster response, spends time with her menagerie of pets, and loves the Friday night lights watching her son play football.
Sam
Sam has been working in the veterinary field since she graduated from HCC’s Veterinary Technology program in 2010. She has always had a love for animals and nature. She has spent a large amount of her veterinary career working for non-profit, high-volume / low cost organizations and as a surgical technician. In her free time she likes to read, craft, travel, and go on adventures with her daughter. She is also mom to 2 dogs, Bandit and Snoopy, one spoiled cat, Sunny, a leopard gecko and the sweetest colony of (TNVR’d) cats!
Jennifer
Jennifer joined Urgent Paws in 2025. When she isn't working the family business, she can be found helping animals. For the past 25 years, Jennifer has worked with and owned many animals, including bearded dragons, horses, axolotls, and quite a bit more. In her off time, Jennifer enjoys traveling with her husband and raising her family.
Giahna
Giahna has been working in the veterinary field for five years. She has worked hard to gain experience with a wide variety of animals. She is passionate about providing compassionate, high quality care and continuing to grow her skills in veterinary medicine. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her family and her very cute pigeon.
Megan
Megan is our fun-loving receptionist who is passionate about providing exceptional customer service and creating a warm, welcoming environment for every client. Organized, professional, and dependable, she enjoys helping people and keeping daily operations running smoothly. With a positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a friendly smile, Megan strives to make every interaction a pleasant one. Outside of work, Megan is a proud reptile enthusiast who enjoys learning about and caring for her fascinating ectotherm companions. Her unique interests and upbeat personality make her a valued member of our team.