Bay Road West

(941) 366-2275

Honore and 17th street

(941) 378-1236

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Pet Emergencies FAQs in Sarasota, FL

There are many emergencies that can happen to pets. An injury or a serious health problem can mean that you need to get urgent care for an animal emergency. Whether it's an animal attack, a dog fight, a broken bone, or a serious illness, getting your pet help quickly for their emergency situation is essential. When you need urgent care from the veterinarian, call Bay Road Animal Hospital in Sarasota, FL, to see the veterinarian. Getting quick care could save your pet from serious harm or even save their life. 

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Severe Illnesses

There are many serious health problems that pets are vulnerable to and illnesses that are highly dangerous to your pet. If your animal seems very ill, you need to assess the problem immediately. There may be a medical problem unfolding that may necessitate an animal emergency care visit to the veterinarian.

There are a lot of sicknesses that are life-threatening, so make sure that your pet seems stable. If your pet is struggling to breathe, has diarrhea with blood, or has constant diarrhea, these can all be medical emergencies. Your pet may get dehydrated, and this can cause serious damage or even death. 

Serious Injuries

A pet may become slightly injured from time to time, but it's always important to gauge how serious the injury is. If you think your pet has a broken bone, they need to visit the animal hospital for urgent care. If your pet has had an animal attack or has been in a dog fight, a large wound may require a veterinarian. Look at the wound to assess its size. If you can see a bone or tendon, stretches are likely needed. If your pet is bleeding profusely or seems lethargic, take them to the veterinarian right away. 

Visit Urgent Care

If there is an emergency with your pet, bring them to Bay Road Animal Hospital for quick care. It could be a treatment that will save their life. Many situations can necessitate emergency care. If you aren't sure that a pet has a serious injury or illness, it's a good idea to bring them to the veterinarian to have them checked out. It could be just the thing they need to regain their health. Call our Sarasota, FL, office at (941) 366-2275 if you have a pet emergency. 

Veterinary Technicians

  • Missy
    Missy H
    Head CVT

    Missy first started at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 2003. She took the last few years off to pursue an interest in a specialty practice but rejoined the Bay Road team in early 2022. Missy received her AS Degree in veterinary technology from Penn Foster in 2013. With her many years of experience and advanced skill set she effortlessly moved up into our Head CVT position in August. When Missy is not working, she loves spending her time training her horses, participating in rodeos and spending time with her family.

  • Lela
    Lela W
    CVT
    Lela began working at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 1984 after she graduated from The University of Florida with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Forest Resource Conservation. While working at Bay Road, Lela received her AS degree in Veterinary Technology from St. Petersburg College. She is a Florida native and lives in Myakka City with her husband, two boys, and many animals.
  • Daniella
    Daniella L,
    CVT

    Daniella joined the Bay Road team in 2018. She started as a veterinary assistant, then moved into a scribe position and is now a veterinary technician assistant. She is currently enrolled in school and working towards being a certified veterinary technician. She loves to provide the customers and patients with the best care and support she can.

  • Gabby
    Gabby R,
    CVT

    Gabby joined the Bay Road team in early 2022 as a veterinary assistant. She recently enrolled in the Veterinary Technology program at Penn Foster and is now working more as a technician assistant to help further her education. Gabby lives on a small farm east of Sarasota and has a variety of pets ranging from dogs, cats and guinea pigs to sheep and goats to even a gecko named Chip. When Gabby is not working or completing schoolwork, she loves spending time with her family and friends.

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    Jimmy S,
    CVT

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  • Nicole Kupser,
    RVT

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Office Hours

Doctors On-Call 24 Hours a Day

Bay Road West

Monday - Friday

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday, Sunday

Closed

Honore and 17th Street

Monday - Friday

7:30 am - 5:30 pm

Saturday, Sunday

Closed

Bay Road West

Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, Sunday
Closed

Honore and 17th Street

Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday, Sunday
Closed

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