Business Details
48 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Open 24/7
always available
24/7 Emergency Pet Hospital in Louisville
Jefferson Animal Hospitals has been providing 24/7 veterinary care since 1978, serving pets across Kentucky, Indiana, and Ohio. Our team of experienced veterinarians and critical care specialists offers emergency treatment, diagnostics, and wellness services with a commitment to compassionate and competent care. We maintain AAHA accreditation, operate a nationally-recognized blood bank, and prioritize continuity of care through collaboration with primary veterinarians.Our state-of-the-art facilities include an ICU with round-the-clock monitoring, advanced diagnostic capabilities, and surgical suites. We emphasize preventive care through vaccinations, dental services, and semi-annual examinations while maintaining a focus on pain management and end-of-life care with dignity.
Services
Emergency Care
Blood Bank
Dental Care
Diagnostic Testing
Pain Management
End of Life Care
Vaccinations
Surgical Services
Wellness Exams
Pet Pharmacy
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We provide 24/7 emergency and critical care with experienced veterinarians on-site daily.
- Our hospital is AAHA-accredited, ensuring the highest standards of veterinary care.
- We operate a national pet blood bank ensuring timely access to life-saving transfusions.
- Our team specializes in pain management using evidence-based protocols.
- We offer continuity of care by coordinating with your primary veterinarian throughout treatment.
Associations and certifications
- AAHA
Services
Emergency and Critical Care
Our 24/7 emergency hospital provides immediate treatment for trauma, poisoning, and acute illnesses. Services include stabilization, IV fluids, oxygen therapy, and surgical interventions. Our ICU offers round-the-clock monitoring with advanced diagnostic tools and a blood bank to support life-threatening cases.
Pet Blood Bank
Jefferson Animal Hospitals operates a national pet blood bank supplying blood products for emergencies and surgeries. We recruit donor pets to ensure availability for conditions like anemia, cancer, and traumatic injuries while maintaining ethical treatment standards for donors.
Diagnostic Lab Testing
Our on-site lab offers rapid testing for blood panels, infectious diseases, and urinalysis. We perform parvo tests, heartworm screenings, and coagulation profiles within 30 minutes. Complex cases use reference labs for histopathology and specialized chemistries to ensure accurate diagnoses.
End of Life Care
We provide compassionate end-of-life care for pets suffering from chronic illness or poor quality of life. Services include pain management consultations, private exam rooms for families, and cremation options with memorial support resources for pet owners.
Pet Dental Care
Our dental services include preventive cleanings, oral surgery, and periodontal treatment. We use advanced techniques to address tooth decay, gum disease, and oral pain while educating owners on home care to prevent systemic health issues from dental infections.
Questions
What emergency services are available after hours?
Our Louisville hospital provides 24/7 emergency care with on-site veterinarians, critical care units, and diagnostics for urgent pet health crises.
Do you accept appointments for routine care?
Yes, we offer wellness exams and non-emergency services by appointment at our Fern Creek Medical Center during regular business hours.
Can my pet receive dental treatment here?
We provide preventive cleanings, oral surgery, and periodontal care for dogs and cats as part of our comprehensive veterinary services.
How does the blood bank operate?
Our blood bank collects and processes donations from eligible pets to supply life-saving transfusions for trauma cases, surgeries, and chronic conditions.
What payment options do you offer?
We accept major credit cards and CareCredit financing to help manage veterinary treatment costs for emergency and routine care.
How do you coordinate with primary veterinarians?
We share detailed medical records, lab results, and follow-up care plans with your regular veterinarian to ensure continuity of treatment.
Reviews (5)
Jessica Hart
Dec 26, 2021
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I had to take my 2 yr old cat in for an emergency visit. Unfortunately he had to be euthanized which was completely unexpected. I was distraught and the staff was so nice and understanding. Leah was so kind to us upon arrival and Dr. Kennedy explained everything to me and even sent me a sympathy card which is very appreciated. I would recommend this clinic 100%.
Kayla Burgin
Dec 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Reliability,Responsiveness,Value
Dr Windham very friendly and compassionate really helped us stay on our budget and worked everything out with us in our price range. Explained everything in detail and listened to every concern that we had about our little kitten. Staff was amazing.
-Tammy&Kayla-
Dr Windham very friendly and compassionate really helped us stay on our budget and worked everything out with us in our price range. Explained everything in detail and listened to every concern that we had about our little kitten. Staff was amazing.
-Tammy&Kayla-
Patricia Price
Dec 23, 2021
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On 11/19/21 about 9 pm, my beloved Cindy girl, over 16 years old, who I had had since a young pup, went totally paralyzed. I took her to Jefferson Animal Emergency Center on Outer Loop. These people were AMAZING! Due to her age and condition, I realized the only right thing to do was to humanely euthanize her so she would not suffer. Staff were so kind, caring and compassionate. A special thank you to Dr. Sayre and Q.
Deborah Humphrey
Dec 12, 2021
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I came home to find one of my dogs had a stick petruding through her leg. It was after 10pm and I didn't want to wait till next day to go to our usual vet. They took good care of Cocoa and she's doing well
Kimberly Cote
Nov 16, 2021
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One of my dogs escaped through a small opening in our fence and was unfortunately hit by a truck. It was on the weekend in the evening when our vet was closed, so we took her to Jefferson Animal Hospital as it was the closest 24 hour veterinary care to us. We were so impressed by the compassion and kindness all the staff showed us while they were caring for our baby. The veterinarian explained everything to us regarding her injuries, as well as recommended tests and pricing. I would highly recommend Jefferson Animal Hospital to anyone who may need it for their pet.
