At Angel Animal Hospital & Boarding, caring for pets is our passion
Here, we treat pets like family. We understand how important your companion is to you — because they’re there for you through the thick and thin of life, with a wagging tail or a happy purr, and unconditional love. Our goal is to be your partner in taking care of your pet’s physical and mental wellbeing, so you can enjoy many happy years together. So, whether your pet needs a checkup with a doctor… a caring team and top-notch medical treatments when they’re ill… or, some advice on the best food for them or how to care for them at home — we’re here for you! Stop in and take a quick tour of our many facilities including our dedicated cat condos. We'd sincerely love to meet you and see why both you and your pet will love coming here!
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OUR PARTNER FOR AFTER-HOURS, WEEKEND, AND HOLIDAY URGENT CARE FOR PETS
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We partner with UrgentVet, an affordable alternative to the ER vet. They specialize in after-hours and weekend care for minor injury or illness in cats and dogs. We work with them to make sure your pet receives needed care even if we’re closed. With their unique model, you can minimize wait time by saving your spot online on their website. They also accept walk-ins.
Meet Our Veterinarians
Dr. Stephanie Dowdy
Dr. Stephanie Dowdy was born and raised in Alabama but grew up on the Gulf Coast and always had a love of animals. She never dreamed that she would be back on the Gulf Coast with her dream career. She graduated from college from a small liberal arts college in South Carolina, magna cum laude with honors, and later graduated from Auburn College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. Dr. Dowdy initially practiced in Alabama then honed her skills in Maryland in a high quality AAHA accredited small animal hospital. She then moved to Naples in 2015, opened and built her own hospital in 2017, but later decided that she would rather focus on patient care than business. Her medical interests include internal medicine, diagnostic medicine, geriatric medicine, oncology, feline medicine, nutrition, and animal behavior and welfare.
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Dr. Dowdy is a super fan to Auburn football and athletics and enjoys watching almost every sport, but especially Braves baseball. In her spare time, she enjoys nature and sunshine, music, family and friends, and traveling. She recently trekked across Nepal to Mount Everest Base Camp and very much enjoys nature adventure. She has two older beagle mixes, Smoltzie and Lutzy, and an orange tabby named Hudson. She has 19 hens and enjoys her pastoral life in paradise. If you like fresh eggs, she is happy to hook you up!Dr. David Castano Ganan
Dr. David Castano Ganan was born and raised in Colombia. During school vacations, he used to visit his grandma's farm to help with the animals where he developed a passion for animal care. After finishing high school, he joined the army and from there he decided to pursue his veterinary career. He graduated from the University of Antioquia (Medellin-Colombia) in 2007. After reuniting with his high school sweetheart, he came to the U.S., and started working as a veterinary technician until he complied with the requirements of the ECVFG/AVMA and obtained his license. Dr. David is a firm advocate of preventive medicine. Dr. David enjoys cooking, bike riding, reading, and spending time with his lovely dog Crixus.
Read MoreDr. Rachel Borwein
Dr. Rachel Borwein is excited to add her high quality medical practices and expertise to Angel Animal Hospital. She comes from coastal British Columbia in the Pacific Northwest. She obtained her degree in Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006, after completing a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre at Simon Fraser University in British Columbia. Dr. Borwein is kind and compassionate and especially passionate about fear free practices, feline medicine, and exotic pet medicine. Dr. Borwein loves the outdoors, the arts, is a 500 hour certified yoga teacher, and is often seen performing as an actor on the stages of southwest Florida. She calls Naples home and is excited to meet you and your furry friends!
Read MoreDr. Mariah Bessette
Dr. Bessette knew at a young age that she wanted to be a veterinarian when her family volunteered with local rescues. She obtained her Bachelor of Science in Biology and minor in Criminal Justice at Florida Atlantic University. Prior to obtaining her DVM at Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine in Glendale, Arizona, she worked at a local humane society. Dr. Bessette has a special interest in surgery, dentistry, and shelter medicine. She resides in Fort Myers with her husband, two dogs, and two cats.
Read MorePegah Gillette, DVM
Dr. Pegah Gillette is a native of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and has always had a love for animals. At the age of 15 she started working as a kennel assistant at a veterinary hospital. She worked her way up to a veterinary assistant position and eventually a veterinary technician position. She attended the University of Michigan and Michigan State University where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine. During her summer breaks she continued working as a veterinary technician. After graduating from veterinary school in 2005 she moved to southwest Florida with her husband and their dog. She worked for a small animal practice for 3 years before founding Angel Animal Hospital in 2008 with her husband. She has a special interest in preventative medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and dentistry. She enjoys working with a variety of rescue organizations and helping enhance the human animal bond of her clientele. In her spare time she enjoys boating and spending time with her family, friends, and pets (now 2 dogs and a cat).
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Our Services
We offer a wide range of vet related services. Please call our office to schedule an appointment and we'll be there for you and your pets.
- General Wellness Exams
- Soft Tissue Surgeries
- Senior Pet Wellness
- Vet Supervised Boarding
- Laser Therapy & Surgery
- Grooming - All dog & cat types
Payment & Insurance
We accept a variety of payment options, including Care Credit. And, we can help you with pet insurance forms.
FAQs
Have a question for us? Check our list of frequently asked questions, or give us a call at 239-221-8444.
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Happy Pet Parents
I have always had a great experience with Angel. Everyone there is very caring, helpful, and responsive. My kitten boarded there for the long weekend, and I felt confident he was in good care.
This organization is the best I've ever dealt with in my 40 years of pet ownership. From the reception staff, to the groomers, to the technicians, to the vets, themselves, everyone shows their true love and concern for the animals they care for.
Excellent care, highly credible and compassionate service to all our pets. Friendly and professional office staff, and knowledgeable and articulate doctors.
The entire staff bent over backwards to provide exceptional care for my pet. I can't say enough about the attention they gave us. I would definitely recommend Angel Animal Hospital to anyone with a pet.