Emergency hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
As published by the hospital: “VECCS Level I, certificate to 12/31/2028”
Before you go
- Call while you are getting ready: describe what happened and ask about the current wait.
- Bring any medication, packaging or plant your pet may have eaten, and your pet's records if they are at hand.
- Expect triage: the most critical patients are seen first, as in a human ER. Full checklist.
What the hospital states on its website
- Sees exotic pets (birds, reptiles, rabbits or small mammals)“We provide care for dogs, cats, small mammals, and exotic pets, including birds and reptiles.” Hospital page
- Intensive care unit“and Critical Care team delivers around-the-clock emergency evaluation and advanced critical care for hospitalized patients in our Intensive Care Unit (ICU).” Hospital page
- Emergency surgery“We also offer emergency surgery in collaboration with our specialized surgical departments.” Hospital page
- Walk-ins accepted, no appointment needed“We welcome both referrals and walk-in emergencies.” 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 University of Florida Small Animal Hospital
- Is University of Florida Small Animal Hospital open 24 hours?
- Yes. University of Florida Small Animal Hospital has an emergency service open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, according to the VECCS certified facility directory checked on November 4, 2026. Holiday hours can differ: call (352) 294-4746 before you leave.
- What is the phone number of University of Florida Small Animal Hospital?
- (352) 294-4746. The hospital is at 2089 SW 16th Ave, Gainesville, FL 32608.
- Do I need an appointment at University of Florida Small Animal Hospital?
- No appointment is needed, according to its website: “We welcome both referrals and walk-in emergencies.”
- Does University of Florida Small Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?
- Yes, according to its website: “We provide care for dogs, cats, small mammals, and exotic pets, including birds and reptiles.” Tell the team the species when you call.
- What emergency facilities does University of Florida Small Animal Hospital have?
- Its website mentions an intensive care unit and emergency surgery.
Places this hospital serves
Where this listing comes from
- VECCS certified facility directory, source page, checked November 4, 2026: “VECCS certified facility, Level I; Certificate Expires: 12/31/2028”
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