UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services, Ocala

About UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services, Ocala

UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services (PETS) is the University of Florida’s after-hours emergency and critical care facility for pets in Ocala and the surrounding area. Designed to serve when local veterinary clinics are closed, PETS provides urgent, life-saving care for dogs and cats facing sudden injuries or illnesses. Its mission is to give pet owners access to skilled emergency care during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, when help is often hardest to find.

The facility is staffed by highly trained emergency veterinarians and support teams with expertise in critical care medicine. They are equipped to handle a wide range of emergencies, including trauma, poisoning, respiratory distress, seizures, severe bleeding, and acute illness. Advanced diagnostic tools such as blood work and imaging help quickly identify the problem, while immediate treatment and stabilization keep pets safe until further care is determined.

PETS accepts walk-in patients without appointments and uses a triage system to prioritize critical cases. Depending on the situation, pets may be treated and discharged, admitted for monitoring, or transferred to the University of Florida’s main veterinary hospital or another specialty center for advanced care. Throughout the process, the staff communicates clearly with pet owners and primary veterinarians to ensure seamless follow-up and continued treatment.

What They Offer

• After-hours emergency and urgent care for dogs and cats

• Advanced diagnostics including lab work and imaging

• Stabilization for trauma, seizures, respiratory crises, and severe illness

• Minor surgical intervention and wound management

• Close communication with primary veterinarians for continuity of care

Why Choose UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services, Ocala

UF PETS stands out for its combination of advanced emergency expertise and community-focused service. As part of the University of Florida system, it brings top-level veterinary medicine to local pet owners while supporting area veterinarians with reliable after-hours care. If your pet faces a sudden medical emergency when your regular vet is unavailable, UF PETS provides trusted, skilled, and compassionate support.