Dr. Stephen Shores, founder of Shores Animal Hospital and Prestige Pet Resort in Gainesville, FL, passed in the comfort of his home following a courageous battle with cancer. 

Over many decades he provided compassionate care to thousands of pets in the Gainesville community and influenced hundreds of young veterinarians. The world is a better place because of his kind and caring soul.

Please keep his family and the Shores Animal Hospital and Prestige Pet Resort family in your thoughts and prayers.

A Celebration of Life Service for Dr. Stephen Shores will be held Tuesday, April 26th at 4 p.m. at The Rock, 9818 SW 24th Avenue in Gainesville. Western attire is encouraged and music will include some of Dr. Shores favorite rock and country tunes. 

Donations can be made in his memory to The Stephen Shores Lifetime Achievement Veterinary Care Fund which provides resources to lower income pet owners and non-profit organizations to receive veterinary care or the American Cancer Society. 

Read about a recent tribute he received at the Florida Veterinary Medical Association Conference and see the video created by the FVMA honoring Dr. Shores.