Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists

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Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists

24/7/365 Emergency, Critical Care, and Trauma

Veterinary Surgery

Board Certified Surgeons

Veterinary Internal Medicine
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Veterinary Emergency and Speciality Hospital

06/02/2026

Specialty care may be more accessible than you think.

The total cost of care at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists is quite comparable to other emergency and urgent care facilities in our region. And when you factor in what is included, the value becomes clear.

We are here 24/7, 365 days a year. No transfers. No gaps in overnight care. Your pet stays with one team in one hospital, with emergency doctors who work alongside board-certified specialists in Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Ophthalmology.

One hospital. Continuous care. No surprises.

Have questions about the cost of specialty care? Call us at 918-299-4900.

05/29/2026

Fun Fact Friday! 🐈‍⬛

05/28/2026

Bobcat fever is not a condition to wait on.

Cytauxzoonosis is a tick-borne disease that can take a cat from seemingly healthy to critically ill within 24 to 48 hours. It is most common in Oklahoma during tick season, and early treatment is one of the most important factors in survival.

Knowing the signs, including sudden high fever, extreme lethargy, labored breathing, and yellowing of the eyes or gums, can make all the difference.

If your cat has had any tick exposure and is showing these symptoms, do not wait for a regular appointment. Our emergency team is here 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. No appointment necessary.

Read more here: https://www.okvets.com/post/bobcat-fever-symptoms-treatment-and-prevention

05/25/2026

Today we remember and honor those who served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication deserve our deepest gratitude. 🇺🇸

While many veterinary hospitals are closed today to allow their teams to be with family, our doctors, nurses, and support staff are here, as they are every day of the year, providing compassionate care to pets who need them most. Emergencies do not follow a calendar, and neither do we.

We are grateful for every member of our team who shows up on the holidays, through the nights, and on the hardest days.

05/22/2026

Did you know? 🐶

05/21/2026

Lawn season is here, and so is a question worth knowing the answer to before you fertilize.

Most lawn fertilizers contain ingredients that are genuinely dangerous to dogs. Liquid products need a minimum of two to six hours to dry completely. Granular products require at least 24 hours for full soil absorption. And some common w**d and feed formulas stay hazardous longer than the label suggests.

Our latest blog breaks down what makes these products harmful, what symptoms to watch for, and what to do if your dog is exposed.

Read it now at the link below 👇

okvets.com/post/how-long-to-keep-dogs-off-fertilized-lawn

05/18/2026

When your pet needs advanced diagnostic imaging, the specialists at Oklahoma Veterinary Specialists bring more than equipment to the table.

Each of our specialists has completed four or more years of intensive post-graduate training in their field. Combined, our team represents over 100 years of clinical experience. That expertise informs every scan, every result, every next step.

CT. Abdominal ultrasound. Echocardiogram. Advanced imaging means more when a specialist is reading it.

To learn more about our advanced imaging services, visit https://www.okvets.com/veterinary-specialists.

05/15/2026

Fun Fact Friday!

If we have any Newfoundland parents, share in the comments. 🐾

05/14/2026

Meet Dr. Jackie Ball! 🐾

Born in New Jersey and raised in Owasso, Oklahoma, she attended the University of Oklahoma, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in biology. She then continued her education at the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Jackie has a special interest in small animal surgery, internal medicine, and emergency medicine.

She and her husband share their home with four dogs: Buttercup, a red heeler; Oliver, a papillon; Ellie, a shepherd mix; and the newest addition, a papillon named Foxy. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her dogs, hiking, traveling, camping, and gardening.

05/12/2026

“Dr. Ricker is an outstanding Veterinary Surgeon, and I will forever be grateful for the incredible care he gave my precious 12-year-old Chihuahua, Daisy. He successfully performed an extremely difficult surgery removing her nonfunctioning left kidney, spleen, and gallbladder, and he did an amazing job.

What sets Dr. Ricker apart is not only his remarkable skill and brilliance, but also his compassion and dedication. He went above and beyond with Daisy’s post-surgery care, always treating her and our family with kindness and genuine concern.

His entire team was equally compassionate, knowledgeable, and devoted to Daisy’s well-being. I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Ricker and his staff to anyone seeking exceptional care for their beloved pets.”

Stories like Daisy’s are why our surgical team shows up every day. Board-certified care means more than credentials. It means experience, precision, and compassionate care when it matters most.

To learn more about our surgical services, visit https://www.okvets.com/veterinary-specialists

Address

1501 West 78th Street South
Tulsa, OK
74132

Telephone

+19182994900

Website

http://okvets.com/

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