Pet Emergency Center
Pet Emergency Center is an emergency & critical care practice in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Procedures include Oxygen Therapy, Blood Transfusions, and Cesarean section.
About
Pet Emergency Center is an emergency and critical care facility providing after-hours medical services for dogs, cats, and a wide range of exotic species. The clinic is equipped to handle both minor emergencies and major surgical procedures, supported by an in-house pharmacy and diagnostic capabilities including blood typing and cross-matching. Their clinical team manages a variety of conditions such as trauma, toxicity, respiratory distress, and heart conditions, utilizing specialized equipment like incubators, IV pumps, and oxygen therapy to stabilize patients.
Serving Broward, Palm Beach, and Dade counties, the center acts as an extension of primary care practices by providing overnight and weekend care when regular veterinarians are unavailable. The facility maintains a partnership with local primary care clinics to ensure continuity of treatment. In addition to in-person emergency services, the center offers telemedicine appointments for pet owners throughout the state of Florida.
Surgical team
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Seth Kiser
DVM
As a 2011 graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Kiser brings 13 years of veterinary experience to his role as Co-Owner and Medical Director of Pet Emergency Center in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida.
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Janet Lee
DVM
She completed her undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences at University of California, Irvine and graduated from Midwestern University, College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020.
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Renata Schneider
DVM
Renata Schneider, DVM has practiced wildlife, avian and exotic animal, and emergency medicine for over twenty years.
Procedures
- Oxygen Therapy
- Blood Transfusions
- Cesarean section
Equipment
- Incubators
- IV Pumps
Frequently asked questions
- What types of animals does the Pet Emergency Center treat?
- The center provides emergency care for a diverse range of animals, including dogs, cats, and various exotic species. This includes birds, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, chinchillas, gerbils, reptiles, turtles, rats, sugar gliders, skunks, alpacas, goats, and pigs. If a specific pet is not listed, the clinic encourages owners to call to see if they can provide assistance.
- What emergency surgical procedures are available?
- The facility is equipped to perform a variety of emergency surgeries, including gastric torsion (GDV), gastrotomy, enterotomy, pyometra, splenectomy, cystotomy, intestinal anastomosis, laceration repair, and cesarean sections. These procedures are performed by their veterinarians and certified technicians on the premises.
- Does the clinic offer services for exotic pets?
- Yes, the center provides specialized after-hours emergency care for exotic pets, including reptiles, amphibians, birds, and small mammals. They emphasize the importance of immediate care for exotic patients, as abnormal behavior in these species is often a sign of illness. The medical team is experienced in treating these delicate creatures.
- What diagnostic and support equipment is used for critical care?
- The clinic utilizes several pieces of equipment to stabilize and treat hospitalized patients, including incubators for patients suffering from hypothermia or recovering from surgery, IV pumps for regulated fluid administration, and oxygen therapy via masks, cages, or nasal cannulas. They also have the capability to blood-type and cross-match patients for blood transfusions.