Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas
Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas is an emergency & critical care practice in Garland, TX. Procedures include Antivenin Transfusions, urinalysis, Blood Transfusions, and Veterinary Emergency Surgeries.
About
Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas provides after-hours veterinary emergency services, including specialized urgent care for exotic pets such as reptiles and small mammals. The clinic offers a comprehensive range of services, including in-house laboratory diagnostics, advanced diagnostic imaging, pain management, emergency surgeries, various transfusions, oxygen therapy, and hospitalization. They also provide compassionate end-of-life services.
This private, doctor-owned practice serves pets and their families in Garland, TX, and the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area, operating beyond regular veterinarian hours. They welcome walk-ins and collaborate with primary veterinarians by extending care for after-hours and weekend emergencies, ensuring continuity of care for referred patients.
Surgical team
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Dr. Jacci Piet
Dr. Jacci graduated veterinary school in 2014, from St. George’s University in Grenada, West Indies, she completed her clinical rotation at the Ohio State University.
Procedures
- Antivenin Transfusions
- urinalysis
- Blood Transfusions
- Veterinary Emergency Surgeries
- Plasma Transfusions
- fine needle aspirates (FNAs)
- intestinal obstructions
- wound and laceration repair
- Emergency Veterinary Transfusions
- End-of-Life Services
- Veterinary Oxygen Therapy
- Exotic Animal Emergency Care
- GDV
- Intralipid Transfusions
- Veterinary Hospitalizations and Care
- bloodwork
- Veterinary Pain Management
- emergency C-sections
- IV Hydration
Equipment
- oxygen cages
- Diagnostic Imaging
- ultrasound imaging (FAST scans)
- whole-body x-rays
- In-House Laboratory
- in-house microscope
Photos
Photos via Google · Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas, Lauren Tankersley, Tony Harris, MJ Meyer, Quintin Coventry
Frequently asked questions
- What types of pets does Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas treat?
- Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas provides urgent care for a variety of pets, including cats and dogs. They also offer specialized urgent care for exotic pets, such as reptiles and small mammals. Pet owners are advised to call before bringing exotic pets to ensure their unique needs can be accommodated.
- What diagnostic capabilities are available at Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas?
- The clinic features an in-house laboratory for quick and accurate diagnoses, performing tests like bloodwork and urinalysis. They also utilize an in-house microscope for evaluating fecal samples, urine sediments, blood smears, and fine needle aspirates. Additionally, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging tools, including whole-body x-rays and ultrasound imaging (FAST scans), are available to assess bones, joints, organs, and soft tissues.
- What types of emergency surgeries does Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas perform?
- The dedicated team at Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas is equipped to perform a range of life-saving emergency surgeries. These include procedures for conditions such as GDV, intestinal obstructions, wound and laceration repair, and emergency C-sections. The clinic is prepared to offer these services at a moment's notice.
- What types of transfusions are offered at Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas?
- Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas provides various life-saving transfusions to stabilize ill or injured pets. These include intravenous (IV) hydration therapy, blood transfusions for blood loss or anemia, and plasma transfusions for conditions like low blood volume or clotting factor deficiencies. They also offer antivenin transfusions for snake bites and intralipid transfusions for accidental ingestion of certain poisonous substances.
- How does Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas collaborate with primary veterinarians?
- Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas serves as an extension of primary veterinary practices by offering after-hours and weekend emergency services. They aim to provide peace of mind to referring teams and their clients, ensuring that referred patients receive emergency care and that primary veterinarians are kept informed throughout the process.