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Urgent Veterinary Care When Pets Need It
As pet owners, we want to do everything we can to keep our furry friends healthy and happy. However, sometimes unexpected emergencies can arise, and it’s important to know the warning signs to look out for. Learn the signs of a pet emergency and what you can do should an emergency arise.
During Business Hours
We accept pet emergencies on a case-by-case basis. Please call us at 513-469-7654 to confirm if we can get your pet in for an emergency visit. If we cannot see your pet, we will refer you to an emergency pet hospital. Please see the “After Hours Emergency Care” section below.
What is Considered a Pet Emergency
By knowing the signs of a pet emergency, you can act quickly and potentially prevent a minor issue from becoming a major one. It’s also important to note that some pets may not show obvious signs of distress, so it’s crucial to be aware of any changes in their behavior or appearance.
Common Pet Emergency Warning Signs
Here are some of the most common warning signs of a pet emergency:
- Difficulty breathing or excessive panting
- Vomiting or diarrhea that lasts for more than 24 hours
- Inability to urinate or defecate
- Severe lethargy or weakness
- Loss of appetite or refusal to eat
- Excessive drooling or foaming at the mouth
- Seizures or convulsions
- Bleeding or wounds that won’t stop bleeding
- Difficulty standing or walking
- Unusual behavior or aggression
- Swollen or bloated abdomen
- Pale gums or tongue
- Ingestion of a toxic substance or foreign object
If you notice any of these signs in your pet, it’s important to seek immediate veterinary care.
After Hours Emergency Care
For after-hour emergency care contact:
Poison Control
If you have a concern regarding accidental ingestion of food, medication, plants or any other toxin, please call the ASPCA Poison Control Hotline at 888-426-4435 or visit: www.aspca.org/pet-care/animal-poison-control. The ASPCA is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency and are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
You may also contact the Pet Poison Helpline* at 855-764-7661.
* A consultation fee may apply.
Using Carecredit® for Emergency Pet Care
Emergency pet care can be expensive, and it’s not always easy to come up with the funds on short notice. That’s where CareCredit® comes in. At Kyle Veterinary Hospital, we accept CareCredit®, a healthcare credit card that can be used to cover the costs of emergency pet care. It offers special financing options and low monthly payments, making it easier to manage the cost of your pet’s emergency care.
