Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas
Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas is an emergency & critical care practice in Garland, TX.
About
Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas is a private, doctor-owned practice specializing in urgent and emergency veterinary care. The clinic offers a comprehensive range of services including in-house laboratory diagnostics, cutting-edge diagnostic imaging with x-rays and ultrasound, and various emergency surgeries such as GDV and C-sections. They also provide specialized emergency care for exotic pets, including reptiles and small mammals, and offer advanced therapies like oxygen therapy and various transfusions.
Serving Garland, TX, and the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area, Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas provides care beyond regular veterinary hours, including nights and weekends. They welcome walk-ins for cats and dogs, and collaborate with primary veterinarians to extend after-hours emergency services for their patients, ensuring referring practices are kept informed. Flexible financing options are available through CareCredit and ScratchPay.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of diagnostic imaging are available at Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas?
- The clinic offers state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging tools, including whole-body x-rays and ultrasound imaging, specifically FAST scans. These tools are used to evaluate a pet's bones, joints, organs, and soft tissues, aiding in accurate diagnoses and prompt, effective treatments.
- Does Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas provide specialized care for exotic animals?
- Yes, the clinic offers specialized urgent care for a variety of exotic pets, including reptiles and small mammals. Services for exotic animals can include sedation, diagnostic imaging, emergency and critical care, and hospitalizations. Pet owners are advised to call before arrival to ensure the clinic can meet their pet's unique needs.
- What types of emergency transfusions are offered at the clinic?
- Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas provides a range of life-saving transfusions. These include intravenous (IV) hydration for dehydration, blood transfusions for significant blood loss or anemia, and plasma transfusions for conditions like low blood volume or clotting factor deficiencies. They also offer antivenin transfusions for snake bites and intralipid infusions for accidental ingestion of poisonous substances.
- What is Dr. Jacci Piet's background and areas of special interest?
- Dr. Jacci Piet graduated veterinary school in 2014 and has been working in emergency and critical care since 2006. She has a special interest in emergency and critical care medicine, including emergency exotic medicine. Her specific areas of interest include surgery, endoscopy, neurology, orthopedic care, and treating some exotic animals.
- How does Emergency Pet Clinic of Texas collaborate with primary veterinarians?
- The clinic values collaboration with primary veterinarians, serving as an extension of their practice by offering after-hours and weekend emergency services. They aim to provide peace of mind to referring teams and clients, ensuring that when patients are referred, the clinic acts in their best interest and keeps the primary veterinarian informed at every step.