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Florida Veterinary Referral Center

The only state-of-the-art, emergency care and specialty animal hospital in Estero, Florida. Please call with any questions or concerns-we never close.

FVRC is the only 24/7/365 veterinary ER & Specialty hospital in Estero, Florida. We are the ONLY hospital that is available for emergencies 24/7/365, no appointments necessary.

01/30/2025

🤔 Would You Rather: Pet Edition!

1️⃣ Have a dog that talks but never listens
2️⃣ Have a cat that can text but only sends random emojis

Which would you choose? Let us know in the comments! Bonus: Tell us why! 🐕🐈📱

01/28/2025

Big or small, we care for them all at FVRC ❤️

01/24/2025

You changed your pet's life the day you brought them home ♥ In honor of National Change a Pet's Life Day, share a picture of the pet's life you changed (or the pet that changed YOUR life) in the comments below! 🐶🐱♥🦜🐰

Have you been thinking about welcoming a pet into your family? Our friends at the Gulf Coast Humane Society currently have many waiting to meet you!

01/23/2025

What is Veterinary Critical Care?

Critical care is for pets who need intensive, round-the-clock monitoring and advanced treatment after emergencies.

At FVRC, our critical care team steps in when your pet needs extra support, such as:
🐕 Oxygen therapy
🐾 Post-surgery recovery for life-saving operations
🐈 Intravenous fluids and medications

And because we offer Emergency and Critical Care under one roof, there’s no need for stressful transfers—your pet gets seamless, continuous care!

01/17/2025

🚨 What to Expect During an Emergency Visit 🚨

When every second counts, we’re here to guide you and your pet through the emergency process with care and expertise. Here’s what you can expect when you arrive:

🐾 Triage: Upon arrival, we will assess your pet’s condition to determine their medical priority. Critical cases will be seen first to ensure immediate care.

🩺 Patient Assessment: Our team will perform a thorough examination, including a detailed history and physical evaluation, to understand your pet’s condition.

💬 Recommendations: We’ll discuss our findings, provide treatment options, and outline the next steps. A detailed estimate will also be provided to help you make informed decisions.

💳 Deposit & Payment: A deposit is required before beginning any procedures, with full payment due upon discharge.

🌟 We understand emergencies can feel overwhelming, but our compassionate team is here to support you every step of the way. If you have questions, call us anytime—we’re here 24/7!

📞 Save our number: (239) 992-8878

01/15/2025

🚨 Would You Recognize a Pet Emergency? 🚨

Sometimes it’s hard to tell if your pet’s symptoms need urgent care. Here are some signs you should never ignore:

🐾 Difficulty breathing or choking
🐕 Bloated stomach (especially in dogs)
🐈 Not eating or drinking for more than 24 hours
💉 Uncontrolled bleeding or seizures

If you’re unsure, it’s always better to call or visit us—we’re open 24/7 to help. Don’t wait when every second counts!

01/13/2025

We ❤️ Dr. Booth!

01/09/2025

Yes, Heat Risks Still Exist in Winter! ☀️

In Southwest Florida, heat-related risks for pets don’t go away in January. Keep your furry friends safe by:

🚫 Never leaving them in parked cars, even “just for a minute.”
💧 Ensuring fresh water is always available.
🌳 Taking walks early in the morning or evening to avoid hot pavement.

If you notice excessive panting, drooling, or weakness, it could be heatstroke—a medical emergency. Call us immediately!

📞 (239) 992-8878

01/06/2025

🚨 Emergencies Can’t Wait—We’re Here 24/7!

From sudden injuries to life-threatening illnesses, our veterinary team is always ready to help, any time of day or night.

🌟 What sets us apart? Our Emergency and Critical Care Services work hand-in-hand under one roof. This means:
✔️ Immediate stabilization in an emergency.
✔️ Advanced monitoring and treatment for ongoing critical cases.

🐾 When every moment counts, trust us to provide expert care. Save our number now: (239) 992-8878

01/02/2025

National Pet Travel Safety Day serves as a reminder to keep your pet safe every time you travel with them. Whether it's a family vacation, a car ride to the park, or even to the vet, you want to make each and every trip a safe one! 🚗✈

🚗 Keep your pet secure in the car. An unsecured pet can be a distraction for the driver which puts them, any passengers, and the pet in danger. Also, never let your pet ride in the bed of a pickup truck. This is illegal in some states and, regardless of the law, puts your pet at a high risk of injury. The best way to keep your pet secure in the car is by using a harness or putting them in a pet crate and keeping them buckled in.

🚗 In addition to keeping them secure, avoid letting your pet ride in the passenger seat or in your lap. If the airbag deploys in an accident, it could severely injure your pet (or worse). Secured in the back seat is the safest place in the car for your pet.

🚗 Keep them comfortable while traveling with a spacious crate. As a rule of thumb, your pet should be able to stand up, sit down, and turn around inside the crate without touching the sides. You could also place a comfort item in the crate for them to travel with to help relieve some stress.

🚗 Prepare a travel kit ahead of time with everything your pet might need while traveling and when you reach your destination. For example, your kit might include the following: food, water, bowls, medications, a leash, waste bags, a scooper, a litter box, and extra litter.

For additional travel tips, check out this article from the AVMA: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/traveling-your-pet-faq

01/01/2025

🎇HAPPY NEW YEAR!🎇

As you think about 2025 resolutions for yourself, remember to consider your pets too! 🐾

We’d love to know…if your pet could make their own new years resolution for 2025, what would it be? Comment below!

Also, check out this article for some great pet resolution tips from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA): https://bit.ly/3SLF15U

12/31/2024

This is a friendly reminder that our hospital will be OPEN 24hrs for New Year's Eve and Day! Thank you and Happy New Year! 🎉

12/29/2024

🎆 Keeping Pets Safe This New Year’s Eve! 🎆

Fireworks can be frightening for pets—plan ahead:

🐾 Create a cozy, quiet space indoors.
🐾 Play calming music to drown out loud booms.
🐾 Ensure your pet is microchipped and wearing an updated ID tag.

If your pet experiences distress or an emergency tonight, we’re open 24/7.

📍 Your Southwest Florida emergency and critical care experts.
📞 (239) 992-8878

12/27/2024

Expect the best at FVRC ❤️

12/26/2024

🎄✨ LAST CHANCE TO DONATE ✨🎄

This holiday season, we're spreading cheer to our furry friends in need! Through December 31st, we’re hosting a Giving Tree Drive in our lobby in partnership with the Gulf Coast Humane Society.

Your donations will directly support the shelter’s incredible work for animals in our community. There are no restrictions on what you can give—every bit helps! Not sure what to donate? Check out their wish lists for ideas:
🐾 Supplies Wish List: https://bit.ly/4iIIvB5
🐾 Amazon Wish List: https://amzn.to/4iwpaCI
🐾 Donate Directly: https://bit.ly/3RuVqHF

Let’s come together to make tails wag and hearts happy! Stop by our lobby, pick a tag from the tree, and drop off your donations by the end of the month. 🐶🐱💚

12/25/2024

From our family at FVRC to yours, 🎅🎄🐾 MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🐾🎄🎅 and
🕎💛 Happy Hanukkah! 🕎💛

We hope your day is filled with love and plenty of treats!

12/24/2024

🎅🎄🤶 Merry Christmas Eve! 🎅🎄🤶

Wishing everyone a warm, joyous, and safe holiday weekend!

As a reminder, FVRC is open 24/7 throughout the holidays and is here to help if you need us.

12/22/2024

🎅🎄 This is a friendly reminder of our holiday hours:

December 24th - Christmas Eve - OPEN 24 hrs
December 25th - Christmas Day - OPEN 24 hrs

Should you need to come in for an emergency visit please call us at (239) 992-8878

You can also connect with the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435

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9220 Estero Park Commons Boulevard, Ste 7
Estero, FL
33928

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(239) 992-8878

Website

http://www.flvrc.com/

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🎶 We like cute mutts and we can not lie! 🎶 It's National Mutt Day and we can't miss an opportunity to celebrate your mutt pup! Share your favorite picture of your dog in the comments below 👇🐶🐕

Happy First Day of Fall! 🍁 🍂 This time of year marks the beginning of hazards that come with the start of cooler weather. Be aware of these dangers and follow this link to learn more about each: https://bit.ly/3EDPvLa ✅ School Supplies ✅ Rodenticides ✅ Antifreeze ✅ Mushrooms ✅ Wildlife Let's work together to keep pets safe!

They slobber, they're known to hog the bed, but most importantly...they're our best friends. Today is #NationalDogDay! Share a photo of your pup and tell us why you love them in the comments below! 🐾

Recognizing the signs of a pet emergency can be crucial for your pet’s health. Common emergencies include ingestion of toxic substances, difficulty breathing, and severe injuries. Quick action and knowing where to go for help can make all the difference. 🐾🩺 If your pet is experiencing an emergency, contact FVRC immediately! We are open 24/7 and are here to help! 📞 (239) 992-8878 🏥 9220 Estero Park Commons Blvd, #7, Estero, FL, 33928 🖥️ flvrc.com ⏰ Open 24/7

Happy #InternationalCatDay! It's a cat's world and we are all just living in it. 😹 Take a meow-ment to celebrate your feline friend by sharing a picture of them in the comments! 👇😻👇😻👇

As it continues to warm up outside, remember to help keep your pets safe in the heat and outdoors with these tips! ☀️ Don't allow prolonged periods of time outside or outdoor exercise during the hottest parts of the day ☀️ Humidity makes it even more difficult for pets to cool down, especially short-nosed breeds ☀️ Be sure your pet always has access to shade and fresh water ☀️ NEVER leave your pet in a car unattended! If you experience an emergency with your pet this summer contact FVRC at (239) 992-8878.

Today is #NationalPetFireSafetyDay! It's the perfect time to plan ahead on how to keep your pets safe in case of a fire. 🐶🐱 🔥 Keep pets away from fireplaces, firepits, and candles 🔥 Have a rescue plan and practice with your family 🔥 Keep leashes, crates, and carriers accessible 🔥 Inform rescuers of your pets and their hiding places 🔥 Make sure your pets are wearing ID tags and are microchipped in case they escape If you experience a fire related emergency with your pet contact FVRC at (239) 992-8878. We are open 24hrs!

Calling all kittens!!!! Let's get a serotonin boost going on our feeds - comment with a picture of your kitten or your cat as a kitten in honor of #NationalKittenDay (our hearts are melting already!) 😻🥰

From everyone at FVRC, we wish you and your family a happy and safe 4th of July! 🎆 A reminder that our hospital will be OPEN 24hrs today and is here for you in case an emergency should arise this holiday. 📞 (239) 992-8878 🏥 9220 Estero Park Commons Blvd, #7, Estero, FL, 33928

As it continues to warm up outside, remember to help keep your pets safe in the heat and outdoors with these tips! ☀️ Don't allow prolonged periods of time outside or outdoor exercise during the hottest parts of the day ☀️ Humidity makes it even more difficult for pets to cool down, especially short-nosed breeds ☀️ Be sure your pet always has access to shade and fresh water ☀️ NEVER leave your pet in a car unattended! Learn more about protecting your pet from summer heat and humidity on our blog: https://www.flvrc.com/blog/summer-safety-heat-and-humidity If you experience an emergency with your pet this summer contact FVRC at (239) 992-8878. We are open 24/7 and here to help!

It only takes a few minutes to create a plan for you and your pet in case of an emergency or natural disaster 🚨 #NationalPetPreparednessMonth🚨 Check out this Disaster Preparedness article from the ASPCA for a full list of recommended items for your kit: https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/disaster-preparedness

The days are longer and the weather is warmer! ☀️ Thanks to the ASPCA, here are some fun activities you can enjoy doing with your pet this summer season. https://www.aspca.org/news/top-five-summer-activities-you-and-your-pet

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FVRC is the only 24/7/365 veterinary ER & Specialty hospital in Estero, Florida. We are the ONLY hospital that is available for emergencies 24/7/365, no appointments necessary. Please call with any questions or concerns-we never close. *239-992-8878*