Emergency & Critical Care
The full range of urgent care for pets in distress: stabilization, IV fluids, oxygen support, monitoring, and overnight observation when needed.
Serving Pompano Beach
Emergency Vet for Pompano Beach Pet Families.
Pet Emergency Center is just south of Pompano Beach, a short drive down US-1 or I-95. When your daytime vet is closed and your pet cannot wait, our Fort Lauderdale hospital is one of the closest emergency options.
Open weeknights and 24/7 weekends
On-site surgery and diagnostics
Independent and locally owned
Pompano Beach
Why Pompano Beach families come to us
Why Pompano Beach Families Come to Pet Emergency Center.
Pompano Beach families have been part of our regular community for years. Many of our pet families live in Cresthaven, Old Pompano, the Lighthouse Point border, or near the Pier. The drive to our Fort Lauderdale hospital is short, and once you have done it once, the route is easy.
We are not a large chain. We are a single, independent emergency hospital that has cared for South Florida pets for over 40 years. Many of the daytime veterinarians in Pompano Beach refer their after-hours cases to us. If your pet has a record at a Pompano daytime practice, we can request that record for context.
What we do
Full Emergency Capabilities, On-Site.
Diagnostics, surgery, critical care, and follow-up coordination all happen under one roof. Your pet stays with us through the visit, not handed off to another building.
On-Site Emergency Surgery
Foreign body removal, GDV correction, splenectomy, C-sections, wound repair, and more. Diagnostics and surgery happen in the same visit.
Same-Visit Diagnostics
In-house imaging (digital X-ray, ultrasound) and bloodwork. We do not transfer your pet to another building for testing.
Telehealth Consultations
If you are not sure whether the situation is an emergency, a $75 video consultation with one of our vets can help you decide. Credited toward an in-person visit if needed.
Getting to us from Pompano Beach
How to Reach Us From Pompano Beach.
Pet Emergency Center is at 921 East Cypress Creek Road in Fort Lauderdale, just south of the Pompano Beach city line. From most of Pompano, the drive is short.
- From central Pompano Beach: take Federal Highway (US-1) south, then west on Cypress Creek Road.
- From Pompano Beach Pier and the beach communities: take A1A south to Atlantic Boulevard, then west to US-1, then south.
- From Pompano Highlands or Cresthaven: take I-95 south and exit at Cypress Creek Road, then go east.
Local cases
Common Emergencies We See From Pompano Beach Families.
Pompano Beach pets see specific risks tied to coastal living, year-round outdoor exposure, and the local landscape. Situations we frequently treat from Pompano families include:
Beach and Pier Injuries
Fishing line ingestion, hooks, jellyfish stings, and paw injuries from broken shells. Pompano Beach Pier is a hot spot. If your pet has eaten line or a hook, call us right away.
Heat Exposure
Walks on hot sand or pavement during summer and shoulder seasons cause heat stroke and burned paw pads. The early signs (heavy panting, slowed pace) deserve attention.
Toxic Plant or Toad Ingestion
Cane toads are common in coastal yards. Sago palms, oleander, and other ornamental plants are also hazards. Drooling, foaming, or unsteadiness after time outside warrants an emergency call.
Trauma From Car or Wildlife
Off-leash incidents and wildlife encounters happen. Even mild trauma can hide internal injury. We can assess and image on-site without delay.
Walk-ins welcome
Walk-Ins Welcome During Open Hours.
You do not need an appointment. If your pet is in distress, call us as you head out the door so we know to expect you and can prepare. Our team will be ready when you arrive.
If your pet is in active distress, call us first. We can advise on whether to drive or call a closer hospital before you leave.
Compassionate care. Always Here.
Pompano Beach Pet Families. We Are Ready When You Need Us.
Call us, walk in during open hours, or book a telehealth consultation if you would rather talk to a veterinarian from home first.
Pet Emergency Center
921 East Cypress Creek Rd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
Weeknights 5:00 PM to 8:00 AM
Weekends & Holidays Open 24/7
Weekends & Holidays Open 24/7