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Serving Atlantic Canada
Emergency & Specialty Veterinary Care in Halifax
We provide emergency services 24 hours a day. We also offer specialty veterinary services that go above and beyond traditional veterinary medicine, and work with your primary care veterinarian every step of the way.
- 24/7 Emergency Care
- Board Certified Specialists
- State-of-the-Art Facility
- Financing & Direct Billing
Veterinary Care for Pets
We’re Your Emergency & Specialty Animal Hospital in Halifax, NS
Trust the emergency and specialist teams at Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital to provide the advanced medical care your pet deserves.
We are staffed with emergency veterinarians to provide your pet with comprehensive 24/7 emergency care when you need it most.
We also offer the referral services of board-certified veterinary specialists as well as veterinary care for exotics by appointment.
24/7 Emergency Services
Late at night, on weekends or holidays, or any other time you aren't able to reach your primary care veterinarian, our emergency veterinarians are here for you.
Expertise You Can Count On
Advanced Veterinary Care by Board-Certified Specialists
From cardiology and internal medicine to surgery and more, we have a veterinary team of board-certified specialists dedicated to meeting the needs of pets with complex medical concerns.
With an emphasis on collaboration with primary care veterinarians, using the most advanced treatments and technology available, we provide specialized veterinary care for cats, dogs and exotic pets in Halifax and across Atlantic Canada.
Our Departments
We offer a wide range of veterinary services for pets in Halifax, Dartmouth and beyond.
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Cardiology
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Surgery
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Internal Medicine
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Anesthesiology
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Ophthalmology
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Avian & Exotics
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Radiology Coming 2025!
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Dermatology
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Emergency
Find Us in Halifax, NS
Address & Hours
Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is open 24/7 for emergency care for pets in Halifax, Bedford, Dartmouth, Clayton and surrounding areas. We also provide specialty veterinary care by referral appointment type.
Emergency Hours
Open 24/7
Specialty Hours
Monday through Thursday from 8am to 5pm. By appointment only
Veterinary Emergency FAQs
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What is a veterinary emergency?
Several different situations can be considered emergencies and may require high-quality veterinary care as soon as possible.
If any of the following situations or symptoms occur, call Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital to have your pet seen by our vets in Halifax.
- Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop
- Obvious signs of pain or extreme anxiety
- Choking, difficulty breathing, or continuous coughing/gagging
- Fractured bones
- Severe lameness
- Seizures/tremors
- Bleeding from nose, mouth, rectum, or blood in the urine
- Inability to urinate or pass feces
- Pain associated with urinating or passing feces
- Persistent vomiting and diarrhea
- Injuries to the eye(s)
- Your cat and dog have ingested something poisonous (such as antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, rodent poison, etc.)
- Heat stress or heatstroke
- Unconsciousness
- Collapse
- Car accident/hit by car
- Retching, abdominal distension
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What emergency veterinary services do you offer?
Our emergency animal hospital in Halifax is equipped to manage a range of veterinary situations.
When faced with a veterinary emergency, our dedicated team is trained to remain calm and collected, ensuring your pet gets the best possible care as quickly and effectively as possible.
Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is equipped to provide specialized diagnostics, a complete range of surgical services, and hospitalization when required.
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Do I need to call ahead?
While not all situations allow time for a phone call, we ask that you do so whenever possible. By letting our Halifax emergency veterinarians know of your arrival in advance, we can be best prepared to treat your pet.
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How long will we have to wait to see the veterinarian?
Our emergency animal hospital in Halifax operates on a triage system. This means that we will treat each pet in order based on the severity of their condition.
To help you remain as relaxed as possible, Coastal Care Veterinary Emergency & Referral Hospital is furnished with a comfortable waiting area. We will also provide updates as possible about both wait times and the current health status of your beloved pet.
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Will you keep in touch with our primary care veterinarian?
At our veterinary hospital in Halifax, we believe that communication is vital. Staying true to this, we will update your primary veterinarian as needed throughout your pet's health care.
We will share any reports and images with your vet to help with continued care after your dog or cat has been discharged. This is to ensure that their compassionate care continues without delays.
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.