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Emergency Pet Care

When your pet faces a sudden illness or injury, immediate medical attention can make all the difference between recovery and serious complications. At EcoVets Specialists & ER, our doctors understand that pet emergencies are stressful and frightening for both you and your furry family member.

Our dedicated team of emergency veterinary professionals stands ready 24/7 to provide compassionate, expert care when your beloved companion needs it most. With state-of-the-art equipment and years of specialized training, we’re equipped to handle any emergency situation promptly and effectively, giving you peace of mind during difficult times.

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When your pet faces a sudden illness or injury, immediate medical attention can make all the difference between recovery and serious complications. At EcoVets Specialists & ER, our doctors understand that pet emergencies are stressful and frightening for both you and your furry family member.

Our dedicated team of emergency veterinary professionals stands ready 24/7 to provide compassionate, expert care when your beloved companion needs it most. With state-of-the-art equipment and years of specialized training, we’re equipped to handle any emergency situation promptly and effectively, giving you peace of mind during difficult times.

Understanding Emergency Vet Care

Emergency vet care provides immediate medical attention for pets experiencing acute illness, injury, or life-threatening conditions that require urgent intervention. Unlike routine veterinary visits, emergency vet services are available around the clock, including nights, weekends, and holidays, ensuring your pet receives critical care exactly when they need it.

The difference between emergency vet care and regular veterinary visits lies in the urgency and nature of the conditions treated. While your primary veterinarian handles preventive care, routine check-ups, and ongoing health management, our emergency vet team specializes in rapid response to sudden, severe issues that can’t wait for a scheduled appointment.

Our Emergency Vet Services

Our comprehensive emergency vet services at EcoVets Specialists & ER are designed to address a wide range of urgent pet health situations. When your pet is experiencing a crisis, our skilled team is equipped with advanced technology and extensive training to provide the following specialized emergency services:

Fluid Therapy

Our emergency vet team administers precise intravenous (IV) fluid therapy to restore hydration, correct electrolyte imbalances, and maintain proper blood pressure during emergencies. This critical treatment supports vital organ function for pets suffering from heat stroke, severe vomiting or diarrhea, kidney disease, and other serious conditions.

Oxygen Support

Our facility features state-of-the-art oxygen delivery systems, including oxygen cages, nasal cannulas, and ventilators to support pets struggling to breathe. This vital emergency vet service helps pets suffering from pneumonia, heart failure, severe allergic reactions, smoke inhalation, or trauma to the chest.

Wound Care

Our emergency team provides comprehensive wound care including cleaning, debridement of damaged tissue, and appropriate closure techniques such as suturing, stapling, or bandaging. We’re equipped to handle lacerations, punctures, burns, and abrasions while managing pain and preventing complications through specialized treatment plans.

Lower Urinary Tract Obstructions

Our emergency vet service includes immediate intervention to relieve urinary obstructions through catheterization, medication, or surgery when necessary. We provide comprehensive care including pain management, fluid therapy, and monitoring of kidney values during treatment while developing prevention strategies to reduce recurrence.

Neurological Emergencies

Our team rapidly assesses and treats neurological emergencies including seizure disorders, spinal injuries, vestibular disease, and strokes in pets. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools to determine underlying causes while providing medications to control seizures, reduce inflammation, and manage pain effectively.

Trauma Supportive Care and Management

Our trauma care team provides comprehensive treatment for pets involved in vehicle accidents, falls, fights with other animals, or other traumatic events. We conduct thorough assessments to identify internal injuries, stabilize fractures, control bleeding, and manage pain while monitoring for developing complications.

Reproductive Emergencies

Our emergency vet team provides specialized care for dystocia (difficult birth), eclampsia (milk fever), pyometra (uterine infection), and other reproductive emergencies. We offer surgical intervention when necessary, including emergency C-sections and spays, along with comprehensive supportive care for both mother and offspring.

Acute Toxicities and Envenomation

Our team quickly identifies and treats various poisonings from household products, plants, medications, foods, and encounters with venomous creatures. We provide decontamination procedures, administer antidotes when available, and deliver supportive care tailored to the specific toxin involved and your pet’s unique needs.

Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis

We provide rapid intervention for allergic emergencies including administration of antihistamines, anti-inflammatory medications, epinephrine, and oxygen support. Our team effectively manages both acute symptoms and monitors for delayed reactions while helping identify potential triggers to protect your pet from future allergic events.

Gastrointestinal Emergencies

Our comprehensive GI emergency services include diagnostic imaging to identify obstructions, foreign bodies, or intestinal twisting, followed by appropriate surgical or medical intervention. We provide life-saving procedures for critical conditions like gastric dilatation-volvulus (bloat), along with fluid therapy, pain management, and medications to control nausea and inflammation.

Our Emergency Vet Services

Our comprehensive emergency vet services at EcoVets Specialists & ER are designed to address a wide range of urgent pet health situations. When your pet is experiencing a crisis, our skilled team is equipped with advanced technology and extensive training to provide the following specialized emergency services:

Fluid Therapy

Our emergency vet team administers precise intravenous (IV) fluid therapy to restore hydration, correct electrolyte imbalances, and maintain proper blood pressure during emergencies. This critical treatment supports vital organ function for pets suffering from heat stroke, severe vomiting or diarrhea, kidney disease, and other serious conditions.

Oxygen Support

Our facility features state-of-the-art oxygen delivery systems, including oxygen cages, nasal cannulas, and ventilators to support pets struggling to breathe. This vital emergency vet service helps pets suffering from pneumonia, heart failure, severe allergic reactions, smoke inhalation, or trauma to the chest.

Wound Care

Our emergency team provides comprehensive wound care including cleaning, debridement of damaged tissue, and appropriate closure techniques such as suturing, stapling, or bandaging. We’re equipped to handle lacerations, punctures, burns, and abrasions while managing pain and preventing complications through specialized treatment plans.

Lower Urinary Tract Obstructions

Our emergency vet service includes immediate intervention to relieve urinary obstructions through catheterization, medication, or surgery when necessary. We provide comprehensive care including pain management, fluid therapy, and monitoring of kidney values during treatment while developing prevention strategies to reduce recurrence.

Neurological Emergencies

Our team rapidly assesses and treats neurological emergencies including seizure disorders, spinal injuries, vestibular disease, and strokes in pets. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools to determine underlying causes while providing medications to control seizures, reduce inflammation, and manage pain effectively.

Trauma Supportive Care and Management

Our trauma care team provides comprehensive treatment for pets involved in vehicle accidents, falls, fights with other animals, or other traumatic events. We conduct thorough assessments to identify internal injuries, stabilize fractures, control bleeding, and manage pain while monitoring for developing complications.

Reproductive Emergencies

Our emergency vet team provides specialized care for dystocia (difficult birth), eclampsia (milk fever), pyometra (uterine infection), and other reproductive emergencies. We offer surgical intervention when necessary, including emergency C-sections and spays, along with comprehensive supportive care for both mother and offspring.

Acute Toxicities and Envenomation

Our team quickly identifies and treats various poisonings from household products, plants, medications, foods, and encounters with venomous creatures. We provide decontamination procedures, administer antidotes when available, and deliver supportive care tailored to the specific toxin involved and your pet’s unique needs.

Allergic Reactions and Anaphylaxis

We provide rapid intervention for allergic emergencies including administration of antihistamines, anti-inflammatory medications, epinephrine, and oxygen support. Our team effectively manages both acute symptoms and monitors for delayed reactions while helping identify potential triggers to protect your pet from future allergic events.

Gastrointestinal Emergencies

Our comprehensive GI emergency services include diagnostic imaging to identify obstructions, foreign bodies, or intestinal twisting, followed by appropriate surgical or medical intervention. We provide life-saving procedures for critical conditions like gastric dilatation-volvulus (bloat), along with fluid therapy, pain management, and medications to control nausea and inflammation.

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Our Emergency Vet Process

Rapid Medical Assessment

Our veterinary team immediately evaluates your pet’s vital signs and performs targeted examinations to identify life-threatening conditions. This critical first step determines treatment priorities and allows our team to stabilize your pet quickly.

Personalized Crisis Care Plan

We develop a specific treatment approach based on your pet’s condition, medical history, and diagnostic results. Our veterinarians clearly explain your pet’s diagnosis, treatment options, and expected outcomes so you can make informed decisions.

Swift Treatment Delivery

Our emergency team administers medications, fluids, oxygen therapy, or performs necessary procedures based on your pet’s specific needs. We continuously monitor vital signs and adjust treatments in real-time to maximize effectiveness and minimize complications.

At-Home Recovery Guidelines

You’ll receive clear, practical instructions for managing your pet’s care after leaving our facility. We provide detailed medication schedules, activity restrictions, feeding recommendations, and specific signs that would warrant an immediate return.

Seamless Ongoing Support

We schedule appropriate rechecks and coordinate with your primary veterinarian to ensure continuity of care. Your pet’s complete medical records are shared with your regular vet to maintain a comprehensive health history and prevent treatment gaps.

Why Choose Us for Emergency Vet

When facing a pet emergency, the quality and speed of veterinary care can make all the difference in outcomes. Our emergency vet team at EcoVets Specialists & ER consists of doctors and technicians with extensive training and experience in crisis medicine, equipped with the expertise to handle even the most complex and urgent situations with confidence and precision.

We’ve invested in cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment technologies specifically designed for emergency vet scenarios, including digital radiography, ultrasound, advanced monitoring equipment, and a complete surgical suite ready for immediate use. Unlike general practice clinics that may offer limited emergency services, our facility was designed from the ground up to provide comprehensive emergency care in an environment optimized for critical patients.

Why Choose Us for Emergency Vet

When facing a pet emergency, the quality and speed of veterinary care can make all the difference in outcomes. Our emergency vet team at EcoVets Specialists & ER consists of doctors and technicians with extensive training and experience in crisis medicine, equipped with the expertise to handle even the most complex and urgent situations with confidence and precision.

We’ve invested in cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment technologies specifically designed for emergency vet scenarios, including digital radiography, ultrasound, advanced monitoring equipment, and a complete surgical suite ready for immediate use. Unlike general practice clinics that may offer limited emergency services, our facility was designed from the ground up to provide comprehensive emergency care in an environment optimized for critical patients.

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FAQs

How much is an emergency vet visit?

Initial examination fees typically range from $100-200, with additional costs for diagnostics, treatments, medications, and hospitalization based on your pet’s specific condition. At EcoVets Specialists & ER, we provide transparent cost estimates before proceeding with treatment and offer various payment options to manage these necessary expenses.

When to take a dog to the emergency vet?

Seek immediate emergency vet care if your dog shows signs including difficulty breathing, persistent vomiting/diarrhea with blood, suspected toxin ingestion, trauma, inability to urinate, collapse, seizures, severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding, or sudden lameness. Call our emergency line at 904-417-8589 when in doubt—it’s always better to err on the side of caution with your pet’s health.

Are emergency vets more expensive?

Emergency vet services typically cost more than regular veterinary care due to specialized training, advanced equipment, and the expense of maintaining 24/7 staffing. At EcoVets Specialists & ER, we provide transparent pricing and discuss all costs before proceeding with treatment, helping you make informed decisions about your pet’s emergency care.

Does pet insurance cover emergency vet?

Most pet insurance policies cover emergency vet visits for accidents, sudden illnesses, and life-threatening conditions, though coverage details vary between providers and plans. Pre-existing conditions, waiting periods, deductibles, and coverage limits may affect your reimbursement, so we recommend reviewing your specific policy details before an emergency occurs.

How long do emergency vet visits take?

Emergency vet visits typically take 1-3 hours for straightforward cases, while complex emergencies requiring extensive diagnostics or procedures may take longer. We prioritize cases based on medical urgency (triage), meaning critically ill pets receive immediate attention while stable patients may experience longer wait times.

Ready for expert Emergency Vet Care?

Don’t wait until a crisis occurs—save our contact information in your phone today. Dr. Brett Darrow, DVM at EcoVets Specialists & ER is ready to provide immediate, compassionate emergency vet care whenever your pet needs it most. Call us at 904-417-8589 to let us know you’re on your way, or come directly to our facility for urgent situations.

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Contact Info
135-1 Cumberland Park Dr
St. Augustine, FL 32095

Phone: 904-417-8589
Email: Info@ecovetsfl.com

East Coast Veterinary Specialists & ER
Office Hours
Specialty Hospital:
Monday-Friday: 8am-6pm

Emergency Room Temporary Hours:
Monday-Sunday 8am-10pm

24/7 Emergency Care Starting May 5th
East Coast Veterinary Specialists & ER
Contact Info
135-1 Cumberland Park Dr
St. Augustine, FL 32095

Phone: 904-417-8589

Office Hours
Specialty Hospital:
Monday-Friday: 8am-6pm

Emergency Room Temporary Hours:
Monday-Sunday 8am-10pm

24/7 Emergency Care Starting May 5th

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