Animal ER of University Park

Bradenton, FL

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At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Emergency
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Walk In
24/7 care
Yes
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Emergency Urgent Care Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life

AVMA Specialties

Emergency & Critical Care

Amenities & accessibility

Parking
Paid parking lot
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Payments
Credit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile paymentsCredit cards
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Animal ER of University Park is a well-equipped veterinary emergency hospital serving Sarasota, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and University Park with diagnostic, surgical, and life-saving equipment. We are staffed by veterinarians and licensed or highly experienced veterinary technicians who are physically present during all operating hours

In 2002, the founders of Animal ER of University Park recognized the need for a comprehensive and compassionate veterinary emergency care hospital to serve both Manatee and north Sarasota counties where none existed. Since then, we have been open every night, weekend, and holiday. We are proud to work closely with the Canine Units of both Manatee and Sarasota counties, along with a multitude of animal rescue groups

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency

Team at a glance

4
Veterinarians (DVM)
6
Licensed technicians
17
Support staff
27
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

state of the art equipmentfully stocked laboratoryradiology suite

Services in detail

Emergency veterinary carediagnosticsurgicallife-saving equipmentradiologylaboratory

Appointments & hours

Mon: Open 24 hrs, Tue: Open 24 hrs, Wed: Open 24 hrs, Thu: Open 24 hrs, Fri: Open 24 hrs, Sat: Open 24 hrs, Sun: Open 24 hrs

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Frequently asked

Is Animal ER of University Park accepting new patients?+

Yes — Animal ER of University Park is currently accepting new patients.

Does Animal ER of University Park offer emergency or urgent care?+

Animal ER of University Park provides 24/7 emergency care.

What services does Animal ER of University Park offer?+

Animal ER of University Park offers Emergency, Urgent Care, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, Hospitalization, End Of Life.

When was Animal ER of University Park established?+

Animal ER of University Park has served the Bradenton, FL community since 2002.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 1,003 reviews

Animal ER of University Park is a state-of-the-art emergency and specialty hospital providing 24-hour urgent medical care for dogs and cats. Housed in a clean, modern facility with client-friendly amenities like a snack and beverage area, the practice features a dedicated and compassionate team of veterinarians and technicians who excel at handling critical crises, performing complex surgeries, and providing attentive post-operative and end-of-life care. While patients consistently praise the thorough medical evaluations, comforting bedside manner, and prompt communication during high-stress situations, visitors should anticipate potential wait times during busy periods and higher-than-average emergency pricing.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.