UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services

02/07/2024

Join UF's dynamic ECC team! We're seeking an emergency veterinarian passionate about growth and patient care. Work alongside 18 faculty members in our state-of-the-art facilities in Gainesville and Ocala, Florida. If you've considered academia, now's the time to make the leap! Be involved in patient care, mentorship, and clinical instruction.

Apply now at https://go.ufl.edu/5il6zp4!

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01/09/2024

Attention everyone! 🌧️ Due to the weather conditions, we'll be opening at 6:30 p.m. on January 9, 2024, to ensure the safety of our staff, clients, and patients. Remember, the UF Small Animal Hospital in Gainesville is available 24/7 for emergency services.
We appreciate your understanding! 🙏

08/30/2023

Here is our latest Hurricane Idalia update:
*All operations at the UF College of Veterinary Medicine and the UF Veterinary Hospitals (including UF PETS) have returned to normal as of 5 p.m. Aug. 30.
*Campus will reopen Thursday, Aug. 31. All first, second and fourth-year DVM students will resume their didactic courses and labs.
*Clinical students will resume duty at the start of the clinical day on Aug. 31.
*All other students and college employees are expected to return to work on Aug. 31.

Updates about college and hospital patient care schedules related to Hurricane Idalia.

08/28/2023

UF Veterinary Hospitals update for Hurricane Idalia:

• UF Pet Emergency Treatment Services will close Tuesday, Aug. 29 and will reopen Wednesday, 8/30 at 5 p.m. (pending facility status)

• UF Veterinary Hospital at World Equestrian Center will be open for urgent and emergency small animal patients starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, 8/29 through Wednesday, 8/30. The equine hospital will also provide urgent treatment for horses and other large animals sheltered at WEC during that time.

• UF Veterinary Hospitals Gainesville will move to emergency operations only starting at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, 8/29 through Wednesday, 8/30.

Please follow our website for updates. https://bit.ly/45JxiJ2

06/20/2023

Join the UF Small Animal Hospital as a Service Representative! Be the communication point person for clients, veterinarians and hospital departments, ensuring exceptional service. If you're a motivated, organized individual with a passion for veterinary medicine, apply now and make a difference in the lives of our furry friends! 🐾 Check us out at https://go.ufl.edu/vetmedjobs

06/15/2023

🐎Just a month away! All horse enthusiasts can register for our annual 2023 Healthy Horses Conference. Topics this year include endocrine, toxic plants, physical therapy for your horse, anhidrosis, colic surgery, emergency management, and more! Sign up at https://go.ufl.edu/2023hhc

06/02/2023

Learn more about our Ocala hospitals at the Ocala Pet Palooza June 3-4 at the World Equestrian Center - Ocala! Our UF PETS and UF WEC teams look forward to seeing you this weekend.

05/18/2023

🐴 Time to register! Our 15th Annual Healthy Horses Conference is scheduled for July 14, 2023. This fun, educational day with a focus on successful equine health care is open to equine enthusiasts everywhere. The event includes lectures, lunch and live equine demonstrations. Space is limited. Register at https://go.ufl.edu/2023hhc

05/17/2023

Veterinary assistants are key members of our patient care team and provide essential support for our veterinary technicians and veterinarians. We are honored to recognize our staff on National Veterinary Assistant Day!
🍪: Brother Cookie

05/12/2023

Certain heart conditions, or defects, may be present at birth in some dogs and cats. Known as congenital heart diseases, these ailments have the potential to lead to serious consequences over time, if not diagnosed and treated properly. Today on Animal Airwaves-Live Dr. Michael Aherne, a clinical assistant professor and cardiology specialist, will discuss common types of congenital heart seen in puppies and kittens and how veterinarians diagnose and treat these diseases in their patients. The show airs from 1-2 p.m. on WUFT-FM, 89.1. Don't miss it! http://bit.ly/2SBInsQ

04/25/2023

Great news! We’re thrilled and proud to share that the UF College of Veterinary Medicine has risen to No. 7 in the latest U.S. News & World Report National Rankings. An amazing achievement, made possible by the ongoing commitment to excellence on the part of so many who make up our UFCVM community and strive every day to advance animal, human and environmental health across our missions of teaching, patient care, research and community outreach. News to celebrate! bit.ly/3HcYBSm

04/15/2023

It's here! Join us from 10 to 4 today. Be sure to download our app before you head over! https://go.ufl.edu/openhouse

04/12/2023

We're getting ready to welcome you to Open House! See all the interactive games and educational demos we're planning at: https://go.ufl.edu/openhouse

04/11/2023

It's National Pet Day (as if you needed another reason to celebrate the animal in your life!) Still, sometimes reflecting on what our pets mean to us is a reminder of why we cherish the human-animal bond. What does your pet mean to you and why?

04/07/2023

Dogs explore the world through their mouths, but unfortunately that can mean trouble when the items they swallow include things like clothing, paper, bones and many other items that can wreak havoc on their gastrointestinal system. Cats often will ingest thread, wool, plant materials and small toys, among other things, and are similarly at risk for foreign body obstruction. On this show, an archive from last year, Dr. Kathleen Ham will discuss what happens when something gets stuck and causes a foreign body obstruction, what treatments are needed and what pet owners can do to minimize risks associated with this problem, both inside and outside of the household. Don't miss it!
http://bit.ly/2SBInsQ

03/31/2023

The successful identification of animal abuse and deaths caused by such abuse typically involves not just the veterinary forensic pathologist who can confirm the cause of death, but also representatives of various agencies and organizations ranging from animal shelters to law enforcement at multiple levels. On today's Animal Airwaves-Live, Dr. Adam Stern, a veterinary forensic pathologist, will discuss the process through which successful prosecution of animal abusers typically occurs, and how members of the public can also play a role in bringing such abusers to justice. The show airs Fridays from 1-2 p.m. on WUFT-FM. Don't miss it!
http://bit.ly/2SBInsQ

03/29/2023

Learn about how to get into vet school and enjoy interactive demos at our annual open house. Get ready at: https://go.ufl.edu/openhouse

03/24/2023

Whenever an animal requires surgery, the administration of anesthetic is key to minimizing pain and maximizing patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure. Each case is different, however, and it’s the job of the veterinary anesthesia specialist to determine what type of drug to use, how it should be administered and what dose is most appropriate to manage pain in the animal patient. On today's Animal Airwaves-Live, Dr. Ludovica Chiavaccini, a veterinary anesthesia and analgesia specialist, will discuss the critical role of the anesthesia specialist in pain management for large and small animals, and knowledge in the field has grown in recent years. The show airs from 1-2 p.m. Fridays on WUFT-FM, 89.1. Don't miss it! http://bit.ly/2SBInsQ

03/21/2023

Integrative veterinary medicine, along with sports medicine and rehabilitation are a subset of complementary and alternative therapies used in tandem with conventional veterinary care for pets. This unique group of patient care approaches has grown increasingly popular for pets, just as they have for people. On this archive show, Dr. Erin Miscioscia, a clinical assistant professor of integrative medicine, will discuss some of the more popular integrative approaches and how they are being used in veterinary medicine today to treat pain, geriatric diseases, arthritis, and sports injuries along with several other conditions. Animal Airwaves-Live airs from 1-2 p.m. on WUFT-FM, 89.1. Don't miss it! bit.ly/2SBInsQ

03/15/2023

We're back! Join us for the return of our annual open house. Learn how to get into vet school and experience hands-on demonstrations with our students and faculty. Free and open to all ages: https://go.ufl.edu/openhouse

01/31/2023

Congratulations to the winners of Most Valuable Student and Technician for Rotation P. Kendra Beyl and Large Animal Surgery Technicians Kristen Stammer and Nicole Klacko!

“Kendra Beyl definitely stood out this rotation, her energy was always a blessing on the ER floor. Her willingness to jump in on anything and take direction even in stressful situations was amazing. Emergency and Critical care would be blessed to have her when she graduates, but honestly anywhere would!”

“I would like to nominate Kristen Stammer and Nicole Klacko from large animal, they have been invaluable in surgery and have helped greatly when things didn’t go as planned. They are a calming presence on this rotation and are always offering to help students.”

Congratulations Kendra, Kristen, and Nicole!

09/29/2022

Hurricane Ian Update:

UF PETS will reopen Thursday, September 29th from 7:00pm – 8:00am.

We will resume normal operating hours Friday, September 30th.

For all UF Veterinary Hospital updates, please check our main website

Please check this posting for updates about college and hospital patient care schedules related to Hurricane Ian.

09/27/2022

Hurricane Ian Update:

UF PETS will be closed Wednesday, September 28th and Thursday, September 29th. We plan to reopen Friday, September 30th at 5:00pm.

UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC and the UF Small Animal Hospital in Gainesville will remain open 24 hours/day and see emergency cases throughout the storm.

For all updates, please check our main website https://bit.ly/3SlzqjZ

08/28/2022

UF PETS is Ocala’s after hours emergency and critical care veterinary facility. We are open 5pm-8am weekdays and weekends 24 hrs. We have been made aware that Google does not reflect our correct hours and are working to resolve the issue with Google. Our hours are always available on our website.
Thank you for your continued trust and patience.