What Should I Consider an Emergency?

There are a lot of signals that your pet is having a health emergency. If you are unsure about what is or is not an emergency call the emergency hospital to ask for guidance.

• Hit by a Car or Other Trauma
• Troubled Breathing
• Bloated Abdomen
• Increased Drinking/Urination
• Eating Chocolate, Medications or Poison
• Discoloration of Gums or Tongue
• Sudden Collapse
• Difficulty Getting Up
• Non-Responsive
• Seizures
• Bite from Wild Animal
• Paralysis
• Unbalanced Walking
• Difficulty Urinating
• Uncontrolled Bleeding
• Poor or Decreased Appetite

If you are unsure if your pet’s condition is an emergency don’t hesitate to call the hospital. They can answer that question and many more. For instance, the hospital staff can guide you how to transport your furry family member to explaining to you what to expect when you arrive.

Keep the information of your area veterinary emergency hospital in a place you will remember. Your Petworks family does not want you to ever have to reach for it. But, in the case of an emergency situation you may feel the overwhelming sense of urgency causing stress, emotional reactions and uncertainty as to what to do. We hope you never need to refer to the information. But, knowing the exact act spot to locate it will give you peace of mind.

Note: Emergency hospitals do not do routine visits. They only offer emergency and specialty services.

Your Petworks family has the privilege of providing the best veterinary care to your fur babies. We get all the cuddles and kisses too.