Emergency Care for your Pet

If your pet is in critical need, our veterinary hospital in Newberry, FL, is equipped to provide immediate and effective care. We prioritize pet emergencies to ensure your furry family member receives prompt and professional attention. Pets often hide their pain, and minor issues can quickly become life-threatening.

Recognizing an Emergency

If you notice any of the following signs, please contact us or bring your pet in immediately:

Breathing and Heart Issues

Labored or difficulty breathing
Choking, gagging, or excessive coughing
Rapid heart rate
Pale gums

Mobility and Pain

Inability to walk or stand
Sensitivity to touch or signs of pain
Acute lameness
Trauma

Digestive and Elimination Problems

Sudden onset vomiting or diarrhea
Not eating or drinking for over 24 hours
Unable to urinate or constipated
Blood in stool or vomit

Visible Injuries and Bleeding

Hit by car
Swelling
Puncture wounds or lacerations
Bleeding from nose, mouth, urine or wound

Behavioral and General Symptoms

Lethargy
Seizure
High fever
Ingestion of toxic substance

Contact Us

In case of an emergency during our operating hours, call us immediately at (352) 331-7050 or bring your pet in. We are always ready to provide the urgent care your pet needs.

After-Hours Emergencies

For after-hours emergencies, please contact the following emergency animal clinics. These are locally accessible to residents of Newberry, Jonesville, Tioga, and Gainesville, Florida.

UF College of Veterinary Medicine - Small Animal Hospital
Phone: (352) 392-2235
Fax: (352) 846-2245
2089 SW 16th Ave.
Gainesville, FL 32608

Hours:
Open 24/7 year-round

Urgent Vet
Phone: (352) 374-0040
2680 Clark Butler Blvd. Suite 10
Gainesville, FL 32608

Hours:
3PM-11PM Mon-Fri
10AM-8PM Sat-Sun

Community Care Veterinary Specialists
Phone: (352) 225-3501
3515 NW 98th Street
Gainesville, Florida 32606

ER Open Hours:
7AM-Midnight

I could not love a place of business any more than I do Jonesville Animal Hospital. Both veterinarians are incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and loving towards the animals. The staff has some of the friendliest people I've met, and their professionalism is top-notch. The facility is large, clean, and modern, and the extended hours are fantastic for working professionals. Thank you for being so great to our dog, Charlie!

- Amy

Dr. Vliet and Dr. Lerman are awesome! When one of my dogs was afraid of going to the vet, they worked with me to make her visits as stress-free as possible. They go out of their way to make every visit great and the facility is clean and inviting. They know me by name when I come to buy dog food and always offer to bring it to the car for me if I have my two young daughters with me.

- Christopher

I have had the privilege of having Dr. Lerman taking care of our animals for over 20 years. The compassion, knowledge and attention to detail displayed in the variety of situations we have experienced is truly amazing and appreciated. It is so evident that everyone associated with Jonesville Animal Hospital has a true love of providing quality care for animals.

- Bob

The staff at Jonesville Animal Hospital is always exceptional! Our beloved Border Collie, Mysti, was a patient there for 10 years, and we always felt as if they loved her as much as we did. Even after her passing they sent our family the most heart felt, loving message to console us. We think the world of the entire team! Now our new puppy, Boo, will enjoy their loving care too.

- Gina

The Doctors and Staff at Jonesville Animal Hospital are top-notch. They stayed late, performed emergency surgeries after "normal" business hours, and made sure to call and update me of their status even though it was 9PM at night. I feel like they treat each pet as if it were their own, and always have the best interest of the pet in mind.

- Heather

Jonesville Animal Hospital is simply the best! Our dogs have been patients at Jonesville Animal Hospital ever since it was first opened by Dr. Vliet and Dr. Lerman. They have cared for our whippet and our two greyhounds. The expert care, knowledge, and compassion shown to us by Drs. Vliet and Lerman and their entire team is outstanding. It is obvious that they love our dogs.

- Rita

I have entrusted the care of my three dogs to Drs. Vliet and Lerman for about 10 years and am so pleased with their practice. I like that I've never had to deal with a waiting room full of animals; they check every patient in quickly and get them into exam rooms to avoid any "doggy personality differences!" Their support staff always make my dogs feel welcomed, non-threatened and their favorite patients of all time!

- Sherri

The wonderful care provided to our three cats, at Jonesville Animal Hospital, makes me wish that they were my health care providers! Dr. Vliet and Dr. Lerman have given our cats exceptional care at every visit. They've helped us navigate behavior issues and patiently saw us to a resolution. These fine vets have put together an incredible staff, all of whom adore animals! I cannot say enough about JAH, and highly recommend them!

- Shirley

I recently moved to the Gainesville area, and I was thrilled to discover Jonesville Animal Hospital. My 10-year-old Lab suffers from a few health problems and I wanted to find a top-notch local vet for her. Jonesville Animal Hospital has more than exceeded my expectations. This is by far the best service I've ever received from a veterinary hospital.