Meet Our Team in Ocoee, FL

For all of our doctors and staff here at Ocoee Animal Hospital, your pet is always our highest priority. We enjoy getting to know people and their four-legged family members, and helping them navigate the ups and downs of life together. Our team is dedicated to providing lifelong, personalized treatment for your pets and being here for you whenever you need us.

We invite you to meet our wonderful team members below, and call us at (407) 656-6050 if you have questions or need to make an appointment.

Dr. Jennifer E. Close Veterinarian-Owner

Dr. Close was born and raised in Orlando. In fact, her family has taken their pets to Ocoee Animal Hospital since she was a young girl. After attaining a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Florida, Dr. Close worked as an engineer in Texas for several years before deciding to pursue her true passion of working with animals. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Florida in May 2011. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), the Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA), and the Central Florida Veterinary Medical Association (CFVMA).

Dr. Close was inspired to become a veterinarian by her heart dog, Doogan. She rescued Doogan from a shelter in Texas in 2005 while still working as an engineer and found a true calling for veterinary medicine while nursing him back to health after adopting him. Doogan was Dr. Close's greatest teacher in behavior medicine and helping senior pets enjoy their best quality of life for as long as possible. Though Doogan crossed the Rainbow Bridge in 2020, he continues to inspire Dr. Close everyday to help her patients lead healthy and happy lives.

Dr. Close loves all things Florida Gators, especially Gator Football. She enjoys gardening, working out, spending time at the beach, traveling, and relaxing with friends and family.