A Locally Owned 24/7 Emergency Veterinarian in Riverview
Providing Riverview and its surrounding communities with a local breed of emergency veterinary care
In house Diagnostics • X-Rays Radiologist Review • Point of Care Ultrasounds • Hospitalization• Transfusions & Antivenom• Emergency Surgery
In a pet emergency, turn to Beacon! Our 24/7 ER in Riverview is always ready to care for you and your beloved companion with compassion and expertise. Locally owned and committed to our community, we’re here for you 24/7, 365 days a year, focused on both your comfort and your pet’s well-being. Below are the services we offer around the clock to support you and your pet.
We believe in modern medicine and old-fashioned snuggles.
At our animal hospital in Riverview, we blend expert emergency care with genuine warmth. We treat your pet like family and offer you the comfort and support you'd expect from a neighbor. Our goal is to make each ER visit as reassuring as possible—because here, you’re more than clients; you’re part of our community.
24/7 Walk-Ins
We're the only animal hospital with an emergency veterinarian in Riverview open around the clock, every day of the year. No appointment is needed—simply call or visit us when you need our services.
Immediate Care & Comfort
All visits to Beacon start with swift, caring attention for pets and their people.
No Pauses Ever
We will never refuse patients or refer them elsewhere. You can count on us for consistent, devoted care.
Locally owned & operated
Dr. Ellen Buerkett, a Palm Harbor native, and her husband, Nathan Buerkett, are proud local residents who are dedicated to serving their local community.
Stay or drop off
You’re welcome to stay with your pet in one of our comfortable exam rooms, equipped with cozy couches, or, if you prefer, you can drop them off and return at your convenience. If you choose to drop off, we’ll keep you updated on everything you need to know—from the comfort of your home or while you attend to your day.
Acute emergency care for your cutie.
The compassionate team of expert nurses, doctors, and staff at Beacon offer a wide range of emergency veterinary services. Our focus is on what truly matters: the well-being, comfort, and stress-free experience for your furry companion, and for you.
Compassion awaits you from the moment you arrive.
Imaging & Diagnostics
Critical Care & Hospitalization
End-of-Life Care
Surgery
Cate C.
St. Petersburg, FL
“This vet was recommended and I was very pleased. The offices are super clean with very interesting artwork. They were kind and compassionate from the initial phone call to the front desk, the vet tech and the vet herself.”
Larry H.
St. Petersburg, FL
“They are a kind & caring vet staff, who are immensely competent, and whose treatment gave us priceless peace of mind that we chose the right vet hospital - as difficult as the situation was. We cannot thank you enough.”
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St. Petersburg
2909 4th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL
727-619-4800
Riverview
13141 US-301
Riverview, FL 33578
813-808-8070