Business Details
29 Years
experience
Emergency
services
24/7 Emergency Pet Care in Las Vegas & Henderson
Since 1997, Animal Emergency Center has provided critical after-hours veterinary care to pets in Southern Nevada. Our team of experienced emergency medicine specialists delivers compassionate treatment when primary veterinarians are unavailable, maintaining a commitment to quality care through advanced medical techniques and equipment. With over 40 years of cumulative experience among our doctors, we operate as the last independent non-corporate animal emergency hospital in the region, prioritizing both patient comfort and client communication. Our facility meets and exceeds Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society standards, offering 24/7 emergency services, hospitalization, diagnostics, and surgical capabilities.We collaborate closely with referring veterinary clinics to ensure continuity of care while maintaining state-of-the-art medical facilities and trained staff. Our dedication to the human-animal bond drives our personalized approach, featuring courteous reception, clean exam rooms, and caring technicians. Located at the intersection of Patrick and Pecos, we serve the Las Vegas Valley with emergency care for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, and pocket pets, while maintaining strict adherence to professional veterinary standards.
Services
Emergency Pet Care
Surgical Procedures
Hospitalization
Radiographs
Endoscopy
Blood Transfusions
Anesthesia Services
Laboratory Tests
Critical Monitoring
First Aid Guidance
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care with experienced doctors since 1997
- Our facility meets Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society certification standards
- We offer advanced medical equipment including climate-controlled oxygen cages and in-house diagnostics
- Our team provides compassionate care for pets and personalized attention for owners
- We maintain non-corporate, small business values in veterinary emergency services
Associations and certifications
- Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society
What people say
Doctors are wonderful
Compassionate euthanasia service
Best hands in emergency
Thorough and compassionate
Act of compassion
Services
Emergency Pet Care
Our 24/7 emergency veterinary service provides immediate treatment for pets during after-hours and holidays. Experienced doctors handle trauma, poisoning, and critical conditions using advanced diagnostics. We collaborate with primary veterinarians to ensure comprehensive care continuity for Las Vegas Valley pets.
Surgical Procedures
We perform urgent surgical interventions including laceration repair, foreign body removal, and bloat surgery. Our certified facility maintains surgical equipment and monitoring systems for safe anesthesia and post-operative care. Doctors have extensive experience in emergency surgical techniques for critical pet conditions.
Hospitalization
Climate-controlled oxygen cages and intensive monitoring support pets requiring overnight or extended stays. Trained technicians provide continuous care for post-surgical patients and critical cases. Our facility maintains IV therapy, blood transfusion capabilities, and specialized equipment for complex medical needs.
Radiographs
Digital radiography enables rapid diagnosis of fractures, internal injuries, and foreign objects. Board-certified veterinarians interpret images for accurate treatment planning. We provide copies of X-rays to pet owners and referring veterinarians for continued care documentation.
Endoscopy
Non-surgical removal of esophageal and gastric foreign bodies using flexible scopes reduces recovery time. Performed under general anesthesia with advanced monitoring equipment. This technique often eliminates the need for traditional surgical intervention for swallowed objects.
Questions
What emergency veterinary services are available after regular vet hours?
We provide 24/7 emergency care including trauma treatment, surgical interventions, and critical monitoring when primary clinics are closed.
What types of animals do you treat in emergencies?
We treat dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, and pocket pets but cannot accommodate large hooved animals or primates.
Are your veterinarians certified in emergency medicine?
All doctors have specialized training in emergency medicine and surgery with over 40 years combined experience.
What should I do before arriving for emergency care?
Administer basic first aid as instructed on our website while seeking immediate professional veterinary treatment.
Is your facility certified for emergency veterinary care?
We are Nevada's only facility certified by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society for meeting rigorous standards.
What diagnostic capabilities do you have for emergencies?
Our in-house lab, digital radiography, and blood transfusion services support rapid diagnosis and treatment planning.
