Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic

Lafayette, LA

At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Emergency
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Walk In
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Emergency Hospitalization Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy

AVMA Specialties

Emergency & Critical Care

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Lafayette's longest established and only Animal Emergency Facility

The Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic has been serving Lafayette and the surrounding community for over 20 years. LAEC was founded by several veterinarians and has been owned by Dr John Moreau since 2005

Care capabilities

Emergency
Er Overnight Weekends

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

Digital Vet-Ray MachineUltrasoundBlood pressure monitorElectrocardiogramsDigiCare Defibrillator

Services in detail

Continuous oxygen therapyIV fluid therapyBlood & Plasma transfusionsIV & Urinary catheterizationDiabetic case managementPost OP recoveryPoison case managementParvo Case managementBlood evaluation (complete blood counts, chemistries and clotting)UrinalysisX-rays Digital Vet-Ray MachineUltrasound
Show all 24 services
Blood pressureElectrocardiogramsDigiCare DefibrillatorLaceration/bite wound repairEmergency Caesarian sectionForeign body removalGunshot wound repairFracture stabilization (for repair later)Auto accident traumaInternal bleeding/infectionsGastric Dilation Volvulus (bloat)Repositioning or Enucleation of the Proptosed Globe (eyeball pops out)

Memberships

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)Louisiana Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA)Acadiana Area Veterinary Association (AAVA)American Heartworm SocietyVeterinary Emergency & Critical Care Society (VECCS)

Appointments & hours

Mon - Fri 5pm - 8am; Fri 12pm - Mon 12pm (Sat - Sun 24hrs)

Connect

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Frequently asked

Is Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

Does Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+

Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic provides overnight and weekend emergency care.

What services does Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic offer?+

Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic offers Emergency, Hospitalization, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy.

What reviewers say

60% Mixed sentiment
based on 191 reviews

The emergency veterinary hospital provides 24-hour care for critical pet needs, featuring a dedicated team of compassionate veterinarians and technicians who handle trauma, poisonings, and acute illnesses with professional skill. While many pet owners praise the swift triage, thorough explanations, and successful surgical interventions during high-stress situations, some visitors experience significant communication barriers, extended wait times, high costs, and difficulties regarding financial constraints during emergencies.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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