EMERGENCY CARE FOR DOGS AND CATS IN CAPE CANAVERAL
Some health problems need immediate attention. Ocean Animal Hospital provides pet emergency care in Cape Canaveral during our regular business hours for serious injuries, sudden illness, and other potentially life-threatening concerns. If possible, call us at (321) 406-1618 before you arrive so our team can prepare for your pet.
What to Do During Business Hours
Ocean Animal Hospital sees emergency cases during our regular hours:
Monday - Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday - Sunday
Closed
Whenever possible, call (321) 406-1618 before heading to the hospital. Giving us advance notice helps our team understand what’s happening and prepare for your pet’s arrival.
When your pet arrives, we’ll focus first on assessing their condition and determining what needs immediate attention. Depending on the situation, stabilization, treatment, or diagnostics and imaging may be needed to help us understand the problem and decide what comes next.
For time-sensitive concerns that need prompt care but do not appear life-threatening, our urgent care service may be the more appropriate option.
After-Hours Emergency Care
If your pet has an emergency when Ocean Animal Hospital is closed, please contact:
Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital
5775 Schenck Ave.
Rockledge, FL 32955
(321) 752-7600
Animal Specialty & Emergency Hospital provides 24-hour emergency care for dogs and cats.
If possible, call the emergency hospital before arriving so their team can prepare for your pet.
ASPCA Poison Control
If you know or suspect that your pet has ingested or been exposed to a potentially poisonous substance, contact the ASPCA Poison Control Center:
Phone: (888) 426-4435
Available: 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
A consultation fee may apply.
Know the Signs of an Emergency
When something is seriously wrong, it’s not always easy to know what to do next. Pets may hide pain or illness, and symptoms can change quickly.
Signs that may require emergency veterinary care include:
- Difficulty breathing
- Collapse or loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Uncontrolled or significant bleeding
- Severe trauma, including being hit by a vehicle
- Suspected poisoning or toxin exposure
- Inability to stand or sudden paralysis
- Severe weakness
- Pale or abnormal-looking gums
- Repeated vomiting with significant weakness or distress
This list does not cover every emergency. If your pet appears to be in serious distress or you believe their condition may be life-threatening, call for veterinary help right away.