Urgent Pet Care
While we are primarily an outpatient/wellness clinic, we are here when your pet needs urgent pet care. Urgent pet care refers to veterinary care for pets that are experiencing non-life threatening medical issues requiring prompt medical attention. Urgent pet care addresses health concerns that cannot wait for a regular scheduled veterinary appointment but do not necessitate immediate emergency intervention.
Common Situations Requiring Urgent Pet Care
Please call us if your pet is experiencing any of these issues:
- Small cuts or lacerations
- Minor bite wounds
- Limping or mild sprains
- Broken nails causing discomfort or bleeding
- Persistent vomiting or diarrhea
- Loss of appetite over several days
- Mild dehydration
- Sudden rashes or skin irritations
- Hot spots or localized infections
- Ear infections causing discomfort or discharge
- Coughing or sneezing not accompanied by severe distress
- Mild breathing difficulties without blue gums or collapse
- Difficulty or pain during urination
- Increased frequency of urination
- Presence of blood in urine
- Redness or irritation
- Discharge or watering
- Mild injuries to the eye area
- Sudden lethargy or weakness
- Unusual aggression or anxiety
- Signs of pain such as whining or reluctance to move
- Fractured or Broken Teeth
- Tooth Abscess or Infection
- Oral Bleeding
- Dislocated or Loose Teeth
- Severe Oral Pain
- Swelling of the Face or Jaw
Urgent Pet Care Services
Urgent Pet Care at Value Pet Vet Include:
- Physical Examinations: Thorough assessments to determine the cause of the issue.
- Diagnostic Testing:
- Blood tests
- Urinalysis
- X-rays and ultrasounds
- Medical Treatments:
- Wound care and suturing
- Administration of medications (e.g., antibiotics, pain relievers)
- Fluid therapy for dehydration
- Dental extractions, object removal
- Minor Surgical Procedures: Addressing issues that require immediate but not complex surgery.
- Monitoring and Support: Short-term observation to ensure stability and improvement.
Difference Between Urgent and Emergency Pet Care
- Urgent Pet Care:
- For conditions that need prompt attention but are not immediately life-threatening.
- Typically available during regular clinic hours with possible extended hours.
- Examples: Minor injuries, mild illnesses.
- Emergency Pet Care:
- For severe, life-threatening conditions that require immediate, intensive intervention and potential hospitalization.
- Available 24/7 at specialized emergency veterinary hospitals.
- Examples: Severe trauma, poisoning, difficulty breathing, unresponsive pets.
When to Seek Urgent Pet Care
Call us if your pet exhibits symptoms or behaviors that are concerning to you or cannot wait for a routine appointment but do not appear to be life-threatening emergencies. If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please take your pet to the nearest veterinary emergency hospital.
**Remember:
If you are ever in doubt about the severity of your pet’s condition, it’s always best to call us or contact an emergency veterinary clinic for guidance.
“Call us if your pet exhibits symptoms or behaviors that are concerning to you.”
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