24/7 ST. PETERSBURG PET HOSPITALIZATION & EMERGENCY VET SERVICES

Walk-in for 24/7 critical care and kindness.

Critical Care

Other common medical emergencies we treat at Beacon 24/7 Veterinary ER:

  • Toxin + Drug Exposures

  • Heat Stroke

  • Trauma + Wounds

  • Vomiting and Diarrhea

  • and other critical injuries + illnesses

Our experienced emergency veterinarians are expertly trained in quickly stabilizing critical pets and reassuring pet parents, by administering emergency treatments such as:

  • Oxygen Supplementation

  • Blood Product Transfusion

  • Snakebite and Antivenin Treatment

  • ECG/Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring

  • and more

We are dedicated to providing the best emergency treatment, care, and pet hospitalization services. Our St. Petersburg facility capabilities include in-house diagnostics such as bloodwork, rapid ultrasound imaging, and x-rays with review by a board certified radiologist for your pets.

When necessary, we can provide 24/7 hospitalization with advanced nursing care and emergent surgical intervention and procedures. In rare cases, we may determine your pet would benefit from the advice of a veterinary specialist. In these instances, we will focus on stabilizing your pet and guide you through the process of next steps.

We’re here, because we’ve been there.

Hospitalization

If your pet requires intensive care, we provide pet hospitalization 24/7 in St. Petersburg  with personalized, around-the-clock medical and nursing attention.

Our state-of-the-art veterinary hospital ensures comfort and top-notch care, including fluid therapy, IV and oral medications, and additional diagnostics to track your pet's progress.

You can expect medical updates from Beacon twice daily around day to night shift change, however, feel free to call for updates anytime convenient for you. In-person visits are always welcome! Note that shift changes and medical team briefings (rounds) occur daily at 7 am and 7 pm. We ask for minimal visitations during this time to ensure our communication and focus is optimized.

And you are always welcome to spend the night with your pet. You bring a pillow and blanket. We’ll provide a cot and peace of mind.

Diagnostics & Imaging

At our 24/7 veterinary ER in St. Petersburg, precise pet diagnostics and imaging are vital components of every treatment plan.


Pets often hide their pain and illnesses, making diagnostics essential for understanding their condition. These tests, including bloodwork and pet X-rays help our St. Petersburgveterinary team pinpoint the problem, and determine the best treatment for your pet.

Pet Diagnostics & Imaging we offer at Beacon 24/7 Veterinary ER:

  • X -rays - reviewed by a board-certified radiologist

  • Rapid (point of care) Ultrasounds

  • Bloodwork - conducted in-house to expedite decisions

    • CBC, chemistry, electrolytes, coagulation, blood gas, lactate, cortisol, cPL/fPL, 4Dx, Leptospirosis snap, T4

  • Blood smears - reviewed by a board-certified pathologist

  • Urinalysis

  • Fecal analysis

  • Ear cytology

Surgery

A skilled surgical veterinarian is always available – anytime day or night – for emergent surgeries such as:

  • Foreign Body Removal

  • Gastric Dilation-Volvulus (GDV) surgery + pexy

  • Splenectomies

  • Pyometras

  • C-sections

  • and Urinary Stone Removal

A loving, experienced nurse will provide attentive care until your pet fully recovers. As the only 24/7 St. Petersburg pet hospital, we ensure your fur baby stays with us until they're ready to continue healing at home.

Pet parents are always welcome to stay on-site with their pets while they heal.

End of Life Care

We understand the struggle of making end-of-life decisions for your pets. Our compassionate team of animal lovers is here to consult on your pet's quality of life, and provide support during this difficult time. We prioritize you and your pet's comfort, doing our best to ensure a peaceful euthanasia experience.

If possible, please call ahead so we can prepare for your visit.

No appointment needed.

 2909 4th Street North St. Petersburg, FL

(727) 619-4800