Call before you drive. An exotic animal veterinarian is not on duty at every hour in every hospital. Tell the team the species and the problem, and ask whether they can see your pet now or which hospital can.
Emergency hospitals that see exotic pets near Spring Hill
VEG North Tampa
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group16314 N Dale Mabry Hwy, North Tampa, FL 33618Exotic petsBlood transfusionWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202626 miles(813) 265-4043VEG South Tampa
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group1501 South Dale Mabry Highway, South Tampa, FL 33629Exotic petsWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202638 miles(813) 793-7555VEG Clearwater
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group2178 Gulf to Bay Boulevard, Clearwater, FL 33765Exotic petsWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “…hospital include: Diagnostic testing Digital x-ray Endoscopy Exotic pet emergency care Surgery Ultrasound (contact for ultrasound availability) Whether…”
Verified November 4, 202638 miles(727) 288-0732VEG St. Petersburg
Open now · 24/7Veterinary Emergency Group9675 4th Street North, St Petersburg, FL 33702Exotic petsEmergency surgeryWalk-insWhat the hospital says: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.”
Verified November 4, 202643 miles(727) 456-8323Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care
Open now · 24/73250 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713Exotic petsICUEmergency surgeryCT or MRIBlood transfusionCareCreditScratchpayWhat the hospital says: “Metral has developed a strong interest in wildlife and exotic medicine.”
Verified November 4, 202649 miles(727) 473-3845
Listed only where the hospital's own website says it treats exotic species; the quote shows the wording. Distances are straight-line from the center of Spring Hill. For dogs and cats, see all emergency vets in Spring Hill.
While you travel
- Birds: keep the bird warm (a covered carrier in a warm car) and quiet; do not offer food or water if it is weak or breathing with effort.
- Rabbits: a rabbit that stops eating or passing droppings for 12 hours needs the same-day attention of a veterinarian.
- Reptiles: transport in a secure, ventilated container at the animal's normal temperature range; avoid overheating in the car.
Poison emergencies
If you think your pet swallowed something toxic
Call one of the two national animal poison lines while you get ready to leave. Both are staffed by veterinary toxicology specialists around the clock; expect a consultation fee per case.
ASPCA (888) 426-4435 Helpline (855) 764-7661
Numbers checked on the official ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline sites, November 2026. What to do while you call. Dose calculators: chocolate, xylitol, grapes and raisins, ibuprofen.