BluePearl Pet Hospital
Tampa, FL
Cardiology

24/7 Emergency and Specialty
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Pet cardiology by BluePearl.

Treating the heart of the matter – to help your pet live a longer and better life.

We understand that seeing your pet experience unusual symptoms or act out of the ordinary can be stressful – especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. Fortunately, our veterinary cardiology team is made up of experts in diagnosing and treating diseases of the heart and lungs, and we’re here to help.

Our commitment is not just to treat illnesses; it’s to enhance the well-being of your pet and be with you every step of the way.

A vet specialist holds a small grey puppy wearing a cone on an exam table.

Conditions we treat.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

If your pet has a cardiovascular condition, you’ll have an entire cardiology team helping to improve your pet’s quality of life so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.

  • Heart disease
  • Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia)
  • Heart failure 
  • Congenital heart defects
  • Chronic coughing
  • High blood pressure
  • Blood clot disorders

Services we offer.

Your pet will receive unparalleled medical care during their time at the hospital (and they’ll be spoiled with love and attention, too).

Advanced diagnostics

Your pet can’t tell us what’s wrong, so we use sophisticated diagnostics and imaging tools to uncover the source of the problem.

  • Echocardiography
  • Electrocardiography (ECG)
  • Blood pressure measurement
  • Holter monitoring (portable ECG)
  • Radiography (x-rays)

Treatment plans

Just as no two patients are the same, neither are their treatment plans. Our cardiology team has experience with a range of advanced procedures and minimally invasive care options to get your pet on the path to wellness, including:

  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Balloon valvuloplasty
  • Pacemaker implantation

Our board certified specialists and cardiology team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our cardiology team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Bradley Harris

DVM, DACVECC
Board Certified in Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care and Cardiology Resident

Cardiology
Critical Care
Servicing locations

On the job

Dr. Bradley Harris loves all aspects of emergency, critical care and cardiology — especially cardiopulmonary diseases and sepsis. His primary clinical interests lie where his training intersects, which includes coagulation disorders and the acute and chronic treatment of congestive heart failure. Dr. Harris is keenly interested in minimally invasive therapy of congenital and acquired heart disease and is excited to bring these new and innovative therapies to the Tampa Bay region.

Education
  • Residency, Cardiology, BluePearl Pet Hospital, Tampa, FL
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
  • Residency, Small Animal Emergency & Critical Care, BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, Tampa, FL
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, BluePearl Specialty + Emergency Pet Hospital, Tampa, FL
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Missouri, Columbia
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Tulsa, OK
Off duty

Dr. Harris is an outdoor enthusiast who loves anything that has him outside, from running and hiking to camping and mountain climbing. In his free time, he enjoys playing sand volleyball, coaching his daughter’s softball team, and cheering on the St. Louis Cardinals as a die-hard fan.

Publications & Articles

Anthony Ishak

DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVIM (Cardiology)
Board Certified in Small Animal Internal Medicine and Cardiology

Cardiology
Internal Medicine
Servicing locations

On the job

Dr. Anthony Ishak enjoys all aspects of cardiology and internal medicine.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Small Animal Internal Medicine)
  • Residency, Internal Medicine, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
  • Master of Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, North Carolina State University, Raleigh
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville
  • Bachelor of Science, University of Virginia, Charlottesville
Off duty

Dr. Ishak’s family includes two dogs named Stanley and Pumba, and two cats named Ramses and Siptah.

Alan Spier

DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Cardiology)
Board Certified in Veterinary Cardiology

Cardiology
Servicing locations

On the job

Before coming to BluePearl, Dr. Alan Spier was an assistant professor at the University of Missouri in Columbia. He enjoys all aspects of cardiology.

Education
  • Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology)
  • Residency, Cardiology, The Ohio State University, Columbus
  • Doctor of Philosophy, The Ohio State University, Columbus
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Kansas State University, Manhattan
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Texas A&M University, College Station
  • Bachelor of Science, Texas A&M University, College Station
  • Bachelor of Science, University of Texas, Austin
Off duty

An avid — and vocal — Green Bay Packer fan, Dr. Spier enjoys spending time with his wife and three children.

What to expect.

We want you to be prepared for your pet’s visit to the cardiologist, so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

Before your visit

  • Make an initial appointment by calling us directly or via referral from your pet’s primary vet. 
  • We’ll get records from your primary or emergency vet before your first visit and collaborate with them to discuss your pet’s history and current condition.

During your visit

  • When possible, we’ll examine your pet with you by their side to make them more comfortable. If additional tests are needed for a diagnosis, we’ll discuss those options with you.
  • You’ll have plenty of time and opportunity to ask questions as we go over your pet’s diagnosis together.
  • Before you leave, you’ll receive a detailed treatment plan, discharge instructions and any recommended medications. We’ll schedule a recheck appointment and make sure you’re aware of any symptoms you should watch out for at home.

After your visit

  • Our team will continue to partner with your primary veterinarian as part of the ongoing management of your pet’s care.
  • You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in their treatment plan. If you have any concerns about providing care at home (such as giving medication, maintaining a specific diet or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.