CRITICAL CARE

Do you know who to turn to in the event of a pet emergency?

As a loving pet owner, you never want to see your animal family member in distress. Unfortunately, unexpected illnesses and sudden accidents can happen at any time. At Animal Care Center, we want you to know that you’ve got a dedicated team of experienced professionals in your corner.

Our hospital is equipped to provide life-saving critical care at a moment’s notice. With staff members who are proficient in emergency medicine, we can quickly diagnose the problem and deliver timely and effective care. Most importantly, we’ll handle your companion’s case with the utmost compassion, doing everything in our power to achieve a positive outcome.

Some of the signs that your pet may require urgent medical attention include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Ingestion of a toxic substance or foreign object
• Broken bones
• Cuts, lacerations or puncture wounds
• Vomiting or diarrhea lasting longer than 24 hours
• Bleeding
• Trauma, such as from a fall or being hit by a car
• Swollen or tender abdomen
• Difficulty urinating
• Lameness
• Disorientation
• Foaming at the mouth
• Convulsions/seizures
• Loss of consciousness

If you notice any of these signs, seek professional assistance right away. When possible, we always recommend calling ahead when an emergency occurs. This allows us to evaluate the situation, provide first aid instructions and prepare the hospital and our team for your pet’s arrival. Of course, should your pet’s emergency be too urgent for a phone call, don’t hesitate to come directly to Animal Care Center for immediate attention.

We genuinely hope you never experience the need for emergency veterinary care. If you do, however, we want you to know who to call. The team at Animal Care Center will be here to provide the highest level of care possible.