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Small Animal Critical Care

animal types

companion exotic

Similar to an intensive care unit for humans, we provide 24-hour care for critically ill, injured, and post-operative animals. Care ranges from simple observation to intensive monitoring and management.

If your pet’s veterinary specialist within the hospital determines intensive care or monitoring is necessary, they may recommend hospitalization in the critical care unit. While receiving around-the-clock care from the critical care team, any treatment decisions will be discussed with you by your pet’s veterinary specialist within the hospital.

Conditions we treat

  • Bleeding disorders
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Endocrine disorders
  • Heart disease/cardio bypass surgery recovery
  • Infectious diseases
  • Metabolic disorders
  • Neurological disorders
  • Organ dysfunction
  • Respiratory disorders
  • Trauma

Specialized technology

  • Advanced fluid therapy
  • Blood product administration
  • Central/long line catheterization
  • Chest tube placement and maintenance
  • Feeding tube placement and maintenance
  • Intravenous catheters and fluid therapy
  • Multiparameter monitoring including EKG, direct blood pressure, and central venous pressure
  • Multiple oxygen delivery systems including high flow nasal oxygen and positive pressure ventilation
  • Pain management
  • Urinary catheters and collection systems

visit information

If your pet is hospitalized, you will receive a status update from your primary clinician at least once a day, between 10 a.m.-5 p.m. If your pet’s medical status declines for any reason, in-hospital doctors will update your primary care veterinarian as soon as possible.

Visitation Guidelines

  • All personal items (blankets, toys, etc.) should be left at home so they are not lost in our hospital, unless previously discussed with your doctor.
  • Visits must be pre-arranged with the primary veterinarian or student assigned to your pet’s case and may be facilitated by a volunteer. If a visit is not in the best interest of your pet, we will discuss our concerns with you.
  • You can spend up to 15 minutes visiting, twice per day. If your animal can leave their bed, they may have visitors for up to 30 minutes, with doctor approval.
  • We understand that the visit may raise questions, but visiting time does not replace medical communication. Your pet’s student and/or doctor will answer all questions during your next scheduled update.
  • There may be times when a visit needs to be cut short or canceled due to unexpected activity in the room.

contact information

Questions Phone: (970) 297-5000

Meet The Staff

Critical Care Staff