Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care

What the hospital states on its website

• Sees exotic pets (birds, reptiles, rabbits or small mammals)“Metral has developed a strong interest in wildlife and exotic medicine.” Hospital page
• Intensive care unit“EPIC offers 24/7 emergency care and critical care (ICU), plus specialty services in surgery, neurosurgery, internal medicine, oncology and cardiology.” Hospital page
• Emergency surgery“We provide the highest level of emergency veterinary care, emergency surgery, and critical care to ensure the well-being of your pet in urgent situations.” Hospital page
• CT or MRI imaging“Petersburg hospital also offers advanced imaging with our 128-slice CT scanner.” Hospital page
• Blood bank or transfusions“Does EPIC offer blood transfusions for pets?” Hospital page
• Asks you to call ahead before arriving“If you are able, please call us on your way so our team can prepare for your pet's arrival.” Hospital page
• Accepts CareCredit“EPIC accepts CareCredit, Scratchpay, Cherry, and All Pet, which offer payment plans for veterinary care.” Hospital page
• Accepts Scratchpay“EPIC accepts CareCredit, Scratchpay, Cherry, and All Pet, which offer payment plans for veterinary care.” Hospital page
• Mentions a deposit (see the hospital wording)“For hospitalized pets, we collect a deposit equal to the midpoint of your estimate at admission, and the balance is due at discharge.” Hospital page

Shown only where the hospital says so on its own site, quoted as published. A missing item means we found no statement, not that the service is unavailable. Fees and policies change: confirm by phone.

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Questions about Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care

Is Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care open 24 hours?

Yes. Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care has an emergency service open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, according to the hospital website checked on November 4, 2026. Holiday hours can differ: call (727) 473-3845 before you leave.

What is the phone number of Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care?

(727) 473-3845. The hospital is at 3250 5th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713.

Do I need to call Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care before coming in?

The hospital asks you to call ahead: “If you are able, please call us on your way so our team can prepare for your pet's arrival.”

Does Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care treat exotic pets?

Yes, according to its website: “Metral has developed a strong interest in wildlife and exotic medicine.” Tell the team the species when you call.

What payment options does Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care mention?

CareCredit and Scratchpay are mentioned on its website. On a deposit, the hospital states: “For hospitalized pets, we collect a deposit equal to the midpoint of your estimate at admission, and the balance is due at discharge.”

What emergency facilities does Epic Specialty & Emergency Pet Care have?

Its website mentions an intensive care unit, emergency surgery, CT or MRI imaging and blood transfusions.

Where this listing comes from

• Hospital website, source page, checked November 4, 2026: “…Where personal relationships replace corporate agendas Specialty and 24/7 Emergency Care Request Appointment We believe that advanced veterinary care…”

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