Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
24/7 Emergency Veterinary Care in Garden Grove & Fullerton
Founded in 1975 by 41 local veterinarians, Orange County Emergency Pet Clinics (OCEPC) has dedicated over four decades to providing specialized after-hours emergency care for pets. Our mission centers on delivering state-of-the-art emergency and critical care services while fostering collaboration between pet owners, referring veterinarians, and our medical team. We operate two full-service facilities in Garden Grove and Fullerton, offering 24/7 access to advanced diagnostics, surgical interventions, and overnight monitoring for urgent cases. Our team comprises veterinarians, registered veterinary technicians, and assistants who exclusively focus on emergency medicine and critical care. We maintain cutting-edge equipment including on-site laboratories, digital radiography, fiberoptic endoscopy, and specialized monitoring systems to address complex emergencies.Through consistent communication and mutual respect for referring practices, we ensure continuity of care for every patient. Our commitment to quality extends beyond medical expertise to compassionate treatment of both animals and their families during stressful situations. With decades of experience handling trauma, poisonings, obstetric emergencies, and other critical conditions, we serve as a trusted resource for veterinary professionals and pet owners throughout Orange County. Our hospitals remain open 24 hours daily, including all major holidays, to guarantee uninterrupted access to emergency care. This unwavering dedication to excellence has established OCEPC as the region's premier destination for after-hours veterinary emergencies.
Services
Emergency Veterinary Care
Overnight Monitoring
Diagnostic Testing
Surgical Interventions
Poisoning Treatment
Trauma Care
Digital Radiography
Fiberoptic Endoscopy
Critical Care Monitoring
Surgical Suite
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We operate 24 hours daily, including all major holidays, for uninterrupted emergency access
- Our team specializes exclusively in emergency medicine and critical care
- We maintain state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical equipment for complex cases
- We collaborate closely with referring veterinarians for coordinated care
- We offer overnight monitoring for post-operative and critical patients
What people say
Compassionate staff
Experienced team
Thorough explanations
Attentive care
Effective communication
Services
Emergency Veterinary Care
Our 24/7 emergency services handle critical pet conditions including trauma, poisoning, and surgical emergencies. With specialized staff and advanced equipment, we provide immediate care for life-threatening situations. Our facilities maintain constant readiness for urgent cases requiring immediate intervention.
Overnight Monitoring
We offer continuous overnight observation for post-operative patients and those requiring intensive care. Our trained staff monitors vital signs and administers treatments throughout the night. This service ensures pets receive round-the-clock attention during recovery periods.
Diagnostic Testing
On-site laboratory capabilities enable rapid blood and urine analysis for emergency diagnostics. Digital X-ray technology provides immediate imaging for trauma assessment. These resources support quick decision-making in critical situations.
Surgical Interventions
Our surgical suite handles urgent procedures for trauma repair, obstetric emergencies, and foreign body removal. Specialized equipment and experienced veterinary surgeons ensure timely interventions. Post-operative care includes pain management and recovery monitoring.
Poisoning Treatment
We specialize in managing toxic ingestions with immediate decontamination protocols and antidote administration. Our team maintains snakebite antivenin and advanced supportive care resources. Treatment plans address both immediate toxicity and potential secondary complications.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We treat trauma, poisoning, surgical emergencies, obstetric issues, and critical conditions 24/7 with advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
Are you open on holidays?
Yes, we remain fully operational 24 hours daily including all major holidays for uninterrupted emergency care.
How do you coordinate with regular veterinarians?
We maintain continuous communication with referring vets to ensure treatment continuity and share medical records post-visit.
What diagnostic equipment do you have?
Our facilities include on-site labs, digital radiography, fiberoptic endoscopy, blood pressure monitors, and specialized surgical equipment.
Can I visit my pet overnight?
While we limit visitation to minimize patient stress, we provide regular updates and encourage owner involvement in care decisions.
What payment options are available?
We accept online payments and work with pet insurance providers, requiring payment at the time of service for emergency treatments.
