24-Hour Emergency Vet Brisbane
Pet Emergency in
Stafford is open right now
No appointment or referral required
Worried about your pet?
Call our team on 07 3359 0777 or come straight to our emergency hospital in Stafford Heights, behind Stafford Shopping Centre.
PET EMERGENCY BRISBANE
45 Hayward Street, Stafford Heights QLD 4053If your pet is sick, injured or you’re worried something isn’t right, our experienced emergency veterinary team is here around the clock.
— Lauren V. —
“We came to Pet Emergency as our Cavoodle was attacked by a larger dog. The team out the front and the team of emergency vets and specialists have all been incredible.
They called us hourly the first night he was in to update us and every few hours the second night and the specialist called every time after their rounds.
The third and fourth night he was there were over a weekend so it’s only the emergency team on. Despite this, they have provided updated information and have always found a time and a space for us to visit our dog.
They’ve made me feel so safe that Bailey is being cared for and loved during his time there.”
What happens when you arrive?
We know walking into an emergency hospital with a sick or injured pet can feel overwhelming. We’ll help you understand what’s happening and what comes next.
1. Your pet will be assessed
When you arrive, our dedicated emergency nurse will gather some initial information, assess your pet’s condition to ensure there are no immediate risks, and provide recommendations for the best next steps – this is at no cost to you.
Like a human emergency department, we work on a triage basis, which means the most critically unwell pets are treated first.
2. If you need to see an emergency veterinarian
One of our emergency veterinarians will examine your pet and discuss their condition with you.
Where further investigation or treatment is recommended, we’ll explain the options and next steps.
3. We’ll keep you informed
Emergency situations can involve difficult decisions. Our team will talk you through what we know, answer your questions and keep you updated while your pet is in our care.
Does my pet need an emergency vet?
Sometimes it’s obvious that your pet needs urgent help. Other times, it can be difficult to know whether something can wait until your regular vet opens.
You should seek urgent veterinary care if your pet is experiencing:
- Difficulty breathing
- A collapse, weakness or loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- A snake bite or suspected snake bite
- Being hit by a car or other significant trauma
- Serious wounds or uncontrolled bleeding
- Suspected poisoning or ingestion of something toxic
- Repeated vomiting or diarrhoea, particularly if your pet seems unwell
- A swollen or suddenly distended abdomen
- Difficulty urinating
- Severe pain or distress
- Complications during pregnancy or birth
- A sudden or significant change in behaviour or responsiveness
This isn’t a complete list — and you don’t need to diagnose the problem yourself.
If you’re concerned about your pet, call us on 07 3359 0777.
Our emergency team can help you decide what to do next.
Expert care when your pet needs it most
When your pet is seriously unwell, you want to know they’re in capable hands.
Pet Emergency Stafford operates from the Queensland Veterinary Specialists hospital on Brisbane’s Northside, bringing emergency and specialist veterinary care together in one purpose-built hospital.
Our experienced emergency veterinarians and nurses have access to advanced diagnostic and imaging facilities, critical care, 24-hour hospitalisation and monitoring, and QVS specialist veterinary expertise when required.
Most importantly, we know there’s a worried family behind every patient who comes through our doors. We’ll care for your pet with compassion and keep you informed about what’s happening every step of the way.
Globally recognised, locally trusted
QVS Stafford is recognised as level II VECCS-certified emergency and critical care facility and is accredited as a Gold Cat Friendly Clinic by International Cat Care.
When you bring your cat or dog to QVS, you are coming to a facility that has been rigorously assessed against the highest global standards.
Our Stafford hospital provides emergency and after-hours veterinary care for pets from across Brisbane’s northside, including Stafford, Stafford Heights, Kedron, Chermside, Everton Park, Enoggera, Alderley, Grange, Gordon Park, Lutwyche, Aspley, McDowall, Newmarket, Windsor and surrounding inner north suburbs.
If your regular vet is closed or your pet’s condition can’t wait, you can come straight to our emergency department.
Open 24/7
No referral required
No appointment required
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a 24 hour emergency vet in Brisbane?
Yes. Pet Emergency Stafford in Brisbane is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including overnight, weekends and public holidays.
Do I need an appointment or referral?
No. You don’t need an appointment or referral to bring your pet to Pet Emergency Stafford.
If your pet needs emergency veterinary care, you can come directly to our Brisbane hospital.
Does it cost anything to have a triage assessment by a veterinary nurse?
No. This is a service offered by QVS Pet Emergency free of charge to all animals.
Can I come in when my regular vet is closed?
Yes. Pet Emergency provides after-hours veterinary care when your regular veterinary clinic is closed, as well as 24/7 care for urgent and critical emergencies.
Do I need to call before coming in?
You don’t need to call ahead or make an appointment. If your pet needs urgent care, you can come straight to the hospital. If you’re unsure whether your pet needs to be seen, call 07 3359 0777 and our team can help you decide what to do next.
Why might another pet be seen before mine?
We use a triage system, similar to a human emergency department. This means pets with the most urgent or life-threatening conditions need to be treated first, regardless of when they arrive.
We understand waiting with an unwell pet can be difficult. Our team will work to see your pet as soon as possible while prioritising patients according to clinical urgency.
What if I’m not sure whether my pet’s condition is an emergency?
You don’t need to make that decision alone.
If your pet seems unwell, something has changed suddenly or you’re worried their condition may be serious, call our emergency team on 07 3359 0777.