Emergency Care for Pets
If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, please call Union Hill Animal Hospital immediately for guidance from our veterinary team.
During regular business hours, Union Hill Animal Hospital provides urgent evaluation, stabilization, and medical treatment for pets facing sudden illness or injury. Our integrative approach combines traditional Western medicine with therapies like laser treatment and acupuncture, and our team is equipped to assess your pet's condition quickly so we can recommend the safest next step.
If your pet needs services beyond what we can provide in-house, including overnight monitoring or 24-hour emergency care, we will help coordinate a referral to a nearby emergency animal hospital. Calling us first allows us to guide you and your pet to the right level of care as quickly as possible.
Urgent Care Visits
Appointment Scheduling Call ahead before heading in with an urgent care concern. Letting our team know you're on the way, along with your estimated arrival time, helps us prepare for your pet's visit. Because we prioritize patients based on medical need, wait times may vary if a more critical case arrives ahead of your pet. Your pet will be triaged upon arrival, and our team will keep you updated throughout the visit.
Payment We accept all major credit and debit cards, cash, and checks. Please note that urgent care visits may carry a higher exam cost than a routine wellness appointment, since urgent cases require immediate attention, dedicated staff, and additional resources to ensure your pet receives prompt, quality care.
What Is Considered a Pet Emergency?
In most cases, the following conditions are too serious to wait for a regular appointment:
- Injury from a traumatic accident or an attack by another animal
- Fainting or collapse
- Paralysis or sudden loss of movement
- Seizures
- Difficulty breathing or choking
- Heavy or uncontrolled bleeding
- Severe or ongoing vomiting or diarrhea
- Broken bones
- Deep cuts or puncture wounds
- Severe allergic reactions
- Heat exhaustion or heatstroke
- Bloated or distended abdomen
- Labor complications or a mother struggling to deliver puppies or kittens
If your pet is showing any of these signs, please call Union Hill Animal Hospital right away so we can tell you the safest way to help.
When Should I Bring My Pet to Urgent Care?
Pets should be seen for urgent care when a problem needs prompt attention, even if it is not life-threatening:
- Upset stomach (vomiting or diarrhea)
- Signs of dehydration
- Itchy skin, hives, or unusual rashes
- Wounds, cuts, or scrapes
- Limping or noticeable discomfort
- Eye issues (redness, discharge, or excessive tearing)
- Ear infections or head shaking
- Pale or discolored gums
- Changes in appetite or thirst
- Coughing, sneezing, or nasal discharge
- Fleas, ticks, or intestinal parasites
- Ingesting a toxic substance or unsafe food
- Swallowing a foreign object, such as a toy or bone
- Blood in urine or straining to urinate
- Constipation or straining to defecate
Call our team at Union Hill Animal Hospital so we can help you decide on the best course of action for your pet.
Urgent Care Diagnostics & Treatment
When your pet comes in for an urgent concern, our team works efficiently and compassionately to identify the problem and get your pet feeling better. Depending on your pet's condition, we may recommend:
- Bloodwork: Blood testing helps us identify infections, organ issues, or toxin exposure behind an unexplained illness.
- Digital X-rays: X-rays help us evaluate internal injuries after an accident, fall, or fight with another animal.
- Wound care and minor surgery: From cleaning and closing wounds to addressing internal injuries, our team is equipped to provide the surgical care your pet needs.
- Fracture stabilization: We stabilize broken bones and manage your pet's pain while coordinating any additional care needed.
- Medication: We keep a range of medications on hand to treat pain, infection, and other urgent conditions on the spot.
For more information on our urgent care services or to let us know you're on your way, please call our office as soon as possible.
Call (770) 664-8380
