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Veterinary Critical Care in Suffolk, VA
Advanced, compassionate support when your pet’s condition is most fragile.
Comprehensive Critical Care for Pets in Suffolk, VA
At The COVE, we specialize in treating pets with life-threatening illnesses and injuries that require intensive, round-the-clock medical support. Whether your pet is recovering from surgery, fighting a complex disease, or facing a sudden health crisis, our dedicated Critical Care team is equipped to provide the highest level of continuous care.
Our board-certified criticalist and skilled nursing staff work closely with your family veterinarian and our in-house specialists to design and deliver personalized treatment plans. Every detail — from diagnostics and medication to monitoring and nutritional support — is tailored to stabilize your pet and support their recovery with precision and compassion.
What Is Veterinary Critical Care?
- Advanced diagnostics and continuous monitoring
- Specialized treatments or therapies
- Skilled intervention to stabilize vital systems
- Intensive nursing in a dedicated critical care setting
Advanced Critical Care by a Board-Certified Criticalist
At The COVE, we go beyond standard emergency care by offering board-certified critical care services for the most complex and life-threatening conditions. Our Criticalist — a veterinarian with advanced, specialized training in emergency and intensive care — leads the treatment of pets with severe illnesses, perplexing symptoms, and multi-system trauma. This level of care is essential for pets facing:
- Polytrauma from accidents or severe injuries
- Severe Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and other metabolic crises
- Autoimmune diseases that require complex medical management
- Multi-organ dysfunction
- Complicated post-operative recovery cases
With a board-certified Criticalist on staff, our hospital can deliver intensive, highly personalized care for pets who need more than just urgent attention — they need the focused expertise of a critical care specialist.
Our ICU team works closely with referring veterinarians, pet parents, and internal specialists to ensure continuity of care and the best possible outcomes.
A Collaborative Approach to Critical Pet Care
We understand that when your pet is critically ill, clear communication and coordinated care are essential. Our team works in close partnership with your referring veterinarian, specialists in internal medicine, surgery, and cardiology, and — most importantly — you.
We provide:
- Daily updates on your pet’s status and progress
- Thoughtful discussions about treatment options and goals
- Emotional support for you during a challenging time
You are never alone in making decisions about your pet’s care.
Partner with Us for Expert Critical Care
If your pet has a serious medical condition requiring intensive monitoring and treatment, our critical care team is here to help: (757) 935-9111. Please speak with your family veterinarian about a referral, or contact us directly to learn how we can support your pet’s recovery with compassionate, specialized care.