Pets, like humans, can face unexpected emergencies that require immediate medical attention. Whether it’s an accident or illness, a pet ambulance can rapidly transport animals to the nearest veterinary facility, and because time is often of the essence in such situations, a pet ambulance can make all the difference in saving a life.
Michael Goldstein, founder of Pets 911 Inc., is all too familiar with such situations. When a friend was involved in a severe car accident a few years ago and needed transportation to a nearby hospital, a family member had to undertake a nearly 40-minute drive to retrieve her dog, which had also sustained significant injuries in the accident. This was followed by an additional 15-minute ride to the nearest animal hospital. “The dog just made it,” recounts Goldstein. Reflecting on this incident, he realized that in an emergency, pet parents can’t call 911 to seek assistance for a pet. “Our pets are like our children. To not be able to call somewhere for help in an emergency doesn’t make sense.”
Pets 911 Inc. is currently serving as the only 911/24-7 Emergency & Transport Service on Long Island, covering all areas throughout Nassau and Suffolk counties, and in some cases, responding to calls outside of Long Island as well. Equipped with multiple vehicles including ambulances, transports and a RRV (Rapid Response Vehicle), they are ready to provide the emergency care your pet needs. Such an assurance can help reduce anxiety and stress for animals and humans alike.
Animal ambulances are fully equipped with oxygen, stretchers, gurneys, masks, hydraulic tables, intubation tubes, and other first-aid supplies for all pet emergencies. Licensed vet techs are always present to ensure the highest quality of care is provided while en route to veterinarian facilities. Pets 911 Inc. also offers nonemergency curbside pickup and drop off services as well as providing dignified transport and funeral arrangements for pets that have departed.
To utilize their emergency services, call 1-833-PETS-911. To learn more and to find out how you can also help animals in need, visit their website at www.pets911inc.com. “Right now, every industry, including emergency services for animals, is feeling a shortage of good people, so we’re always looking for reputable drivers and vet techs,” says Goldstein.
