Welcome to Palm Harbor Animal Hospital’s Emergencies and Urgent Care Information page! We understand that your pet’s health is your top priority, and we’re here to help in any way we can.
Appointments: For routine check-ups, vaccinations, and scheduled care, please give us a call to book an appointment. We’ll do our best to find a time that works for you and your furry friend.
If Your Pet is Ill or Injured: If your pet is feeling unwell or has sustained an injury, please call us immediately. While we operate on an appointment basis, we will always try our best to fit in urgent cases. However, depending on the severity and our current schedule, we may need to refer you to a local urgent care facility or emergency room to ensure your pet receives the timely and specialized care they need.
Local Emergency and Urgent Care Facilities:
Here is an updated list of nearby emergency and urgent care facilities should your pet require immediate attention outside of our appointment hours.
AA Animal ER Center
Phone: (727) 787-5402
Address: 36401 US Highway 19 N
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 5:30 PM to 8:00 AM.
Saturday – Sunday 24 HRS.
Urgent Vet
Phone: 813-328-3288
Address: 12950 Race Track Rd #119
Tampa, FL 33626
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday: 3:00-11:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM-8:00 PM
VEG Clearwater (Veterinary Emergency Group)
Phone: (727) 288-0732
Address: 2178 Gulf to Bay Blvd
Clearwater, FL 33765
Hours of Operation: Open 24/7
Fetch Clearwater
Phone: (727) 306-7990 l
Address: 19919 US HWY 19 N
Clearwater, FL 33764
Hours of Operation: Open 24/7
BluePearl Pet Hospital Clearwater
Phone: (727) 572-0132
Address: 4701 Ulmerton Rd. Ste. 500
Clearwater, FL 33762
Hours of Operation: Open 24/7
Tampa Bay Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care Center (Largo)
Phone: (727) 535-3500
Address: 1501 Belcher Rd S Ste A
Largo, FL 33771
Hours of Operation: Open 24/7
Emergency vs. Urgent Care
Sometimes it can be difficult to know whether your pet needs immediate emergency care or if an urgent care visit is more appropriate.
Emergency: These situations are critical and life-threatening, requiring immediate and intensive medical intervention. Examples include:
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe bleeding that doesn’t stop
- Loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Known or suspected ingestion of toxins
- Sudden inability to walk or stand
- Signs of extreme pain
- Severe vomiting or diarrhea
- Bloated or distended abdomen
Urgent Care: These situations are serious and need prompt attention but are not immediately life-threatening. Examples include:
- Minor cuts or wounds
- Limping or lameness
- Ear infections
- Skin infections or hot spots
- Mild vomiting or diarrhea
- Eye infections or injuries
- Urinary issues
When in doubt, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and seek immediate veterinary attention.
We hope this information is helpful. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions or to schedule an appointment!