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Veterinary Emergency Referral Center (VERC)

24/7 Emergency & Urgent Veterinary Services

VERC Emergency and Urgent Care for Dogs and Cats

At the Veterinary Emergency Referral Center (VERC), we know that pet emergencies can happen at any time—day or night. That’s why our emergency and critical care team, including experienced emergency veterinarians and board-certified veterinary specialists, is available 24/7, 365 days a year. Our hospital is fully equipped with advanced diagnostic and surgical technology to provide immediate and comprehensive emergency veterinary care for your cat or dog.

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Emergency Care

Compassionate, Around-the-Clock Emergency Vet Care in Pensacola

When seconds count, VERC is here. Our emergency animal hospital is staffed at all times to handle a wide range of critical situations—from trauma and toxic exposure to life-threatening illnesses. Whether your pet has been hit by a car, bitten by another animal, or is simply not acting like themselves, our expert team will work quickly to identify the problem and begin treatment.

We’re committed to easing your pet’s pain, stabilizing their condition, and getting them on the road to recovery.

Common Pet Emergencies We Treat

Our emergency veterinary services cover a wide range of urgent conditions in dogs and cats, including:

  • Trauma (internal or external injuries)

  • Snake bites

  • Difficulty breathing or labored respiration

  • Sudden onset of pain or visible discomfort

  • Seizures or convulsions

  • Straining or inability to urinate or defecate

  • Eye injuries or swelling

  • Suspected poisoning or toxin ingestion

  • Heatstroke or overheating

  • Persistent vomiting or diarrhea

  • Collapse or loss of consciousness

  • Unresponsiveness or extreme lethargy

  • Weakness or trouble walking

  • Dog bites or animal attacks

  • Hit-by-car (HBC) incidents

  • Bloated or distended abdomen (possible GDV)

Your Trusted Partner in Emergency Pet Care

Don’t wait when your pet’s health is on the line. The Veterinary Emergency Referral Center is proud to be a trusted provider of emergency and urgent veterinary services in the region. We work closely with your primary care veterinarian to ensure seamless follow-up care and continued support.

Call or visit us any time, day or night—for expert, compassionate emergency care for your pet.

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