Emergency Veterinary Hospital

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Emergency Vet Care - No Appointment Needed

Your pet's health is our priority. We're here to help, every step of the way.

Immediate Veterinary Care for Emergencies. No Appointments Required. Your Pet's Health is Our Focus.

Your pet's health is our top priority. If your pet needs immediate emergency veterinary care, please bring them to us right away.

If you have a moment beforehand, a quick call can help us prepare, but please don't delay critical care.

Pet Emergencies: A Quick Guide

Common Pet Emergencies

Choking: Signs include coughing, gagging, difficulty breathing, and a blue tongue.

Poisoning: Symptoms can vary widely, but may include vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and difficulty breathing.

Heatstroke: Signs include excessive panting, rapid heartbeat, drooling, vomiting, and collapse.

Injury: Cuts, broken bones, and other injuries may require immediate veterinary attention.

Allergic Reactions: Signs can include hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, and vomiting.

What to Do in a Pet Emergency

Stay Calm: Panicking can make the situation worse.

Assess the Situation: Quickly determine the severity of the emergency.

Call Your Veterinarian: Contact your vet immediately for advice or to schedule an emergency appointment.

Administer First Aid (If Possible): If your vet advises it, administer first aid, such as removing a foreign object or applying pressure to a wound.

Transport Your Pet Safely: Use a pet carrier or a blanket to transport your pet to the vet.

When to Seek Immediate Veterinary Care

Difficulty Breathing: If your pet is struggling to breathe, seek immediate veterinary care.

Seizures: Monitor the seizure and contact your vet immediately.

Severe Bleeding: Apply pressure to the wound and seek immediate veterinary care.

Ingestion of Poisonous Substances: Contact your vet or a poison control hotline immediately.

Heatstroke: Cool your pet down gradually and seek immediate veterinary care.

Preventing Pet Emergencies

Regular Vet Check-ups: Schedule regular check-ups to identify potential health problems early.

Safe Environment: Keep your home and yard free of hazards, such as toxic plants and chemicals.

Proper Diet and Exercise: Maintain a healthy diet and exercise routine.

Microchip Your Pet: A microchip can help reunite you with your lost pet.

Pet First-Aid Kit: Have a pet first-aid kit on hand.

Testimonial

What They Say

Was looking for a new Veterinarian and very happy with Walker Vet Hospital! Customer service, informative, and compassionate with staff and doctors. Give a 10 out of 10. Taking all three of my dogs there happily.

Rae W.

Good value and knowledgeable. No waiting most of the time. Always 2-3 doctors at a time and weekend care available which is appreciated. All of our three dogs been going to Walker Vet for some time now. Never any complaints.