Emergency care for pets.
When a pet emergency strikes, it rarely happens on your schedule. Whether it’s late at night, a weekend, or during a holiday, Tampa pet owners need access to emergency care they can count on. That’s where BluePearl Tampa comes in – open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
When you should emergency seek care.
Some symptoms can’t wait until morning. Come straight to our ER if your pet is:
- Having trouble breathing
- Vomiting repeatedly or has diarrhea with blood
- Straining to urinate or not passing stool
- Bleeding from a wound or accident
- Lethargic, weak, or disoriented
- Suffering from heatstroke symptoms (panting, collapse)
- Having a seizure or fainting episode
If you're unsure, call us – we’ll help you decide what’s next.
What to bring.
- Any records from your primary care vet (or we’ll request them for you)
- A list of prescription medicines and supplements your pet takes
- Your pet’s microchip or ID info (if available)
- Keep your pet secure in a carrier or on a leash
24/7 emergency vet care at BluePearl Tampa – FAQs.
If your pet is experiencing any of the following, seek immediate emergency care at BluePearl Tampa:
- Labored or rapid breathing
- Persistent vomiting or diarrhea, especially with blood
- Difficulty urinating or defecating
- Bleeding, trauma, or visible wounds
- Sudden weakness, disorientation, or collapse
- Seizures or fainting
- Overheating symptoms like excessive panting or wobbling
When in doubt, give us a call — our emergency team is available 24/7 to guide you.
Yes. BluePearl Tampa is open 24/7 — including nights, weekends, and holidays. No appointment or referral is required for emergency visits. Our emergency clinicians are always on-site and ready to provide critical care whenever your pet needs it most.
We’re more than just an emergency clinic — we’re a full-service veterinary hospital. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Around-the-clock care from experienced ER veterinarians
- In-house diagnostics including x-rays, ultrasound, and lab testing
- Immediate access to specialty services like surgery and internal medicine
- On-site hospitalization for pets needing overnight monitoring
- Seamless coordination with your primary care veterinarian
- Whether your pet’s condition is mild or life-threatening, we’re equipped to help.
To help our team treat your pet quickly and effectively, bring:
- Medical records from your regular vet (if available)
- A list of your pet’s current medications or supplements
- Microchip information or ID tags
- A secure carrier or leash
If you don’t have medical records on hand, we can request them for you.
You’ll find us at:
BluePearl Pet Hospital
3000 Busch Lake Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33614
We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No referral needed for emergencies.
Yes. Calling ahead allows us to prepare for your arrival and help you determine if immediate care is necessary. Our front desk and medical team are trained to triage over the phone and guide your next steps.
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