Urgent care Services
At Quail Meadow Animal Hospital, we offer urgent care for non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries during our normal business hours. Our goal is to evaluate your pet promptly, provide treatment when appropriate, and refer to an emergency facility if advanced or overnight care is needed.
Urgent Care in Ocala, Florida
Need urgent care for your pet? Our team provides prompt, expert treatment for urgent cases. We’re here to offer immediate relief and expert care when you need it most.
Conditions We Commonly Treat
Gastrointestinal Illness
- Vomiting and diarrhea
- Decreased appetite
- Suspected dietary indiscretion
- Mild dehydration
- Constipation
Respiratory & ENT Issues
- Coughing or sneezing
- Nasal discharge
- Mild breathing difficulty
- Eye redness or discharge
- Suspected ear infections
Ocular Conditions
- Eye redness or inflammation
- Squinting or excessive tearing
- Corneal ulcers
- Foreign material in the eye
- Sudden cloudiness or discharge
- Conjunctivitis
- Dry eye flare-ups
Skin & Allergy Flare-ups
- Hot spots
- Rashes and itching
- Hives
- Ear infections
- Chronic and acute allergy symptoms
Urinary Concerns
- Frequent urination
- Straining to urinate
- Accidents in the house
- Blood in urine
- Suspected urinary tract infections
Pain & Mobility Changes
- Limping
- Sudden pain or reluctance to move
- Back pain
- Arthritis flare-ups
Lethargy & General Illness
- Weakness or collapse without trauma
- Fever
- Sudden behavior change
- Poor appetite
- Dehydration
Minor Injuries & Wounds
- Lacerations or cuts
- Bite wounds
- Abscesses
- Nail injuries
Seizure Disorders
- First-time seizures (if stable after episode)
- Breakthrough seizures in diagnosed patients
- Medication adjustments when appropriate
Heart and Internal Medicine Concerns
- Coughing related to heart disease
- Fluid-related symptoms
- Chronic disease management with sudden decline
- Diagnostic stabilization prior to referral when needed
Palliative & End-of-Life Care
- Quality-of-life evaluations
- Compassionate euthanasia for established patients
- Euthanasia following urgent medical evaluation when appropriate
Important Information for Urgent Care Visits
- We do not offer ICU level emergency services.
- Appointment preferred but walk-ins are welcome (may require a wait)
- Referral may be recommended if your pet’s condition is beyond our hospital’s capability
Conditions We Do NOT Treat
Our priority is your pet’s safety, and for certain emergencies, going straight to an advanced emergency hospital offers faster care and better outcomes. Please seek emergency care immediately if your pet has:
- Respiratory distress
- Hit-by-car with severe injuries or severe trauma
- Open chest or abdominal wounds
- Active bleeding that cannot be controlled
- Known or suspected internal bleeding
- Collapsing or non-responsive patients when aggressive or advanced care is desired
- GDV (bloat)
- Foreign body ingestion requiring surgery
- Surgical emergencies of any kind
- Any condition likely to require extended monitoring, blood transfusion, or ICU level care
Emergency Referral Hospitals We Use
If your pet needs emergency or specialty care, we commonly refer to: