Yes, Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists provides 24-hour emergency veterinary care every day of the year for Oklahoma City pets. Our emergency veterinarians are available right now, whether it's 3 AM on a Tuesday or Christmas morning.
Your pet needs immediate emergency veterinary attention if they show these signs:
Emergency situations don't wait for business hours. When your Oklahoma City pet faces a medical crisis, every minute matters.
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists operates differently from your regular veterinarian. Walk into our emergency veterinary hospital any time without calling ahead.
Our fully staffed emergency veterinarian team includes:
We triage pets based on the severity of their condition, not arrival time. This means critically ill animals receive immediate attention while stable patients may wait longer.
Our experienced emergency team asks specific questions about your pet's condition to understand the medical emergency better. We may need additional information about:
Some emergencies have obvious causes. Others require diagnostic testing like blood work, X-rays, or ultrasounds to determine the problem.
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists is located at 1501 West 78th Street South, Tulsa, OK 74132, easily accessible from Oklahoma City and surrounding areas.
Our emergency entrance is clearly marked and well-lit for nighttime arrivals. Free parking is available directly outside the emergency entrance.
Emergency veterinary medicine differs significantly from routine veterinary care. Our team focuses on stabilizing your pet's condition and addressing life-threatening issues first.
Treatment may include:
We communicate with your regular Oklahoma City veterinarian to ensure continuity of care once your pet stabilizes.
Emergency veterinary care costs more than routine visits because of the specialized equipment, staffing, and expertise required for 24-hour coverage.
Payment options include:
We provide cost estimates before beginning treatment whenever possible. Our team discusses all options with you before proceeding with expensive procedures.
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists operates Oklahoma's largest and most comprehensive emergency veterinary facility. Our advantages include:
Advanced Equipment: Digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and surgical suites
Specialist Availability: Internal medicine, surgery, and ophthalmology specialists on-site
Complete Laboratory: In-house blood work and diagnostic testing
Pharmacy: Extensive medication inventory for immediate treatment
Critical Care: ICU monitoring and life support equipment
Our emergency veterinarians work alongside board-certified specialists when complex cases require additional expertise.
Keep this information readily available for emergency situations:
Consider creating a pet first aid kit with basic supplies like gauze, tape, and a thermometer. The American Red Cross provides excellent guidance on pet emergency preparedness.
Emergency veterinary care supplements your regular veterinarian's services rather than replacing them. We coordinate with your primary veterinarian to:
Your regular veterinarian knows your pet's history and provides the best ongoing care once the emergency resolves.
Seasonal factors affect the types of emergencies we see:
Summer: Heat stroke, burned paw pads from hot pavement, increased dehydration
Winter: Antifreeze poisoning, ice-related injuries, hypothermia
Spring: Allergic reactions to pollen, increased outdoor activity injuries
Fall: Snake bites, foxtail injuries, increased vehicle accidents
Oklahoma weather patterns create specific risks for pets throughout the year. The National Weather Service provides current weather alerts that can help pet owners prepare for weather-related emergencies.
If your pet needs emergency care, bring them to Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists immediately. Don't wait to see if symptoms improve or try home remedies for serious conditions.
Call us while driving if you have questions about whether your pet's condition constitutes an emergency. Our emergency team can provide guidance over the phone and prepare for your arrival.
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists provides compassionate emergency veterinary care when Oklahoma City pets need it most. Our dedicated team stands ready to help your pet through any medical crisis, any time of day or night.
Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists delivers 24-hour emergency care and board-certified specialty services with advanced technology and compassionate treatment.
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