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Fast, Compassionate Care When Your Pet Can't Wait
Not every health concern is a life-threatening emergency, but many still need attention sooner rather than later. If your pet is uncomfortable, in pain, or just not acting like themselves, our team is here to help you figure out the right next step.
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When Should I See an Urgent Care Vet?
Some conditions aren't immediately life-threatening, but they shouldn't wait for a routine appointment either. Please call us if your pet is experiencing any of the following:
- Upset stomach, including diarrhea or vomiting
- A swollen or bloated belly
- Straining or difficulty with bowel movements
- Signs of dehydration
- Itchy skin or an unusual rash
- Wounds or injuries that need attention
- Unexplained hair loss
- Limping or general discomfort
- Overgrown nails
- Excessive scooting
- Eye issues, such as tearing, redness, or discharge
- Ear infections
- Pale or discolored gums
- Changes in appetite, whether eating too little or too much
- Cuts, scrapes, or abrasions
- Runny nose, coughing, or sneezing
- Fleas, ticks, worms, or mites
- Blood in the urine or other urinary issues
- Ingesting something toxic or a harmful food
- Swallowing a foreign object, like a toy or rawhide
Call our team at (704) 841-1313 so we can help decide the best course of action for your pet, whether that's a same-day visit with us or a referral elsewhere.
During Business Hours
If your pet needs urgent attention while our office is open, please call us at (704) 841-1313 before you head in. Calling ahead lets our team prepare an exam room and make sure a veterinarian is ready to evaluate your pet as soon as you arrive.
We do our best to work urgent cases into the schedule the same day. Wait times can vary depending on how busy we are, so we appreciate your patience while we care for the pets ahead of you. In some cases, we may recommend you go directly to a 24-hour emergency hospital instead, particularly if your pet needs more intensive monitoring or specialty equipment than we have on-site. Calling first allows us to point you in the right direction immediately.
Our Hours Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday–Sunday: Closed
What Is Considered a Pet Emergency?
Some situations go beyond urgent care and need immediate emergency attention. Please seek care right away if your pet shows any of these signs:
- Difficulty breathing
- Heavy or uncontrolled bleeding
- Seizures
- Collapse or loss of consciousness
- Straining to urinate with no success
- Injuries from a fall, car accident, or fight with another animal
- Trouble giving birth
- Sudden, severe changes in behavior or mobility
- A bloated abdomen paired with distress or collapse
- Repeated vomiting or diarrhea that won't stop
If your pet is showing any of these signs, please don't wait to see if it improves on its own. Getting care quickly gives your pet the best chance at a smooth recovery.
If you suspect your pet has eaten something toxic, contact a poison control hotline right away, even if your pet seems fine. Many toxins take time to show symptoms.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) (888) 426-4435 Available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year*
Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661*
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