Veterinary Critical Care
Our veterinary hospital in Halifax provides critical care to pets suffering from life-threatening illnesses and injuries. Our specialists monitor critically ill pets 24/7, allowing us to promptly address any changes in their condition and ensure the best possible outcomes for their health.
Critical Care for Pets in Halifax
Veterinary critical care is the vital, ongoing support that animals receive during their most challenging moments, where swift medical intervention can make all the difference in saving their lives.
A veterinary critical care unit is specially equipped to handle complex and serious medical cases with expertise and precision. Our intensive care unit (ICU) allows our veterinary specialists to closely monitor your pet for any changes in condition. With access to the latest medications and treatments available on-site, we provide exceptional care to ensure your pet receives the best possible outcome.
At Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital, our veterinary specialists take pride in providing immediate care to pets facing serious illnesses while monitoring their conditions and supporting recovery. Our animal hospital offers the following:
- 24/7 monitoring for pets in critical condition
- A dedicated ICU in our brand new 17,000+ square foot facility that includes: Supplemental oxygen, high flow and coag testing, high-flow oxygen, continuous ECG/telemetry, blood gas monitoring, coagulation/hemostasis testing
- Diagnostic capabilities above and beyond the scope of standard veterinary care
Please Note: Specialty services require a referral from a primary care veterinarian.
Our Critical Care Specialist
Dr. Bailey Teitge is an Emergency and Critical Care Medicine Veterinarian. She earned her veterinary degree and worked as an emergency veterinarian before completing an internship and residency in emergency and critical care. Afterward, she joined our team at Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital. Dr. Teitge takes pride in providing complex critical care to pets from across the Maritimes.
Critical & Emergency Care in Halifax
Veterinary critical care and emergency services have some overlap, as both address seriously ill or injured animals, but they also have key differences.
Emergency veterinary care is for pets with serious illnesses or injuries requiring immediate treatment, while critical care involves continuous 24/7 monitoring and complex treatments for animals with severe health issues.
Our hospital's veterinary emergency department can transfer patients to our ICU after initial treatment if necessary. However, not all emergencies require critical care. Pets undergoing major planned surgeries also need critical care for stability and recovery, regardless of whether they are classified as a veterinary emergency.
24/7 Emergency Veterinary Care
Veterinary Critical Care FAQs
When a pet faces health challenges that demand unwavering care, veterinary critical care provides the essential monitoring, treatment, and therapies needed for recovery.
Here are some common questions our veterinary team receives about the critical care services available at our specialty and emergency hospital in Halifax:
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Why might my pet need critical care?
When a pet experiences a serious illness, it is crucial to seek care to ensure they receive the best possible support. Pets may encounter complications from injuries or illnesses for various reasons, including physical trauma, poisoning, neurological issues, and more.
Pets requiring close monitoring of blood pressure, heart function, or oxygen levels, as well as those needing intravenous fluids, can also benefit significantly from specialized care. It can be comforting to know that dedicated professionals are available to provide essential support during these challenging times.
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When are critical care services available?
The critical care services at Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital are available 24/7 with on-site veterinary staff to provide treatment and attentive monitoring of your pet's health.
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Will you keep in touch with our primary care veterinarian?
We will send all necessary files, including test results and diagnostic images, to ensure your pet’s ongoing treatment proceeds without unnecessary delays.
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How long will my pet need to stay at your hospital?
Based on your pet's condition, we may need to keep them for a longer duration while we stabilize and begin treatment.
Once they are responding well to treatment and no longer require constant monitoring or additional care, we will return them to your care.
We will provide your primary care veterinarian with a detailed report that includes the next steps.
Caring for Pets in Atlantic Canada
Our specialists are pleased to accept new patients by referral from primary care veterinarians. Our emergency service welcomes all clients – 24/7/365.