Emergency Vet Services in Tucson

Veterinary Emergency Advice

If your pet is showing concerning symptoms or behaviors, contact the emergency hospital listed above. Read on below for some tips on identifying and handling a pet emergency.

Steps to Take In A Pet Emergency

If you are experiencing a pet emergency, follow the steps below.

• Call Ahead If Possible - Contact the emergency animal hospital listed above to let them know you are on the way.
• Follow Instructions Provided - When you call to let an emergency pet hospital know that you are on your way, they may provide your with instructions for applying first aid or making your pet comfortable while on the way. Make sure you follow these instructions carefully.
• Remain Calm - Keep calm and be extra careful around your pet while they are experiencing a veterinary emergency. When an an animal is in pain or distress, they may react negatively by biting or scratching towards those trying to help them.
• Bring Your Pet In For Care - Do not put yourself at risk! Safely bring your pet to the emergency vet location above.

What situations require emergency veterinary care?

The following situations are examples of emergencies that require immediate care:

• Heat stress or heatstroke
• Unconsciousness
• Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop
• Obvious signs of pain or extreme anxiety
• Fractured bones or severe lameness
• Seizures and/or staggering
• Bleeding from nose, mouth, rectum, or blood in the urine
• Inability to urinate or pass feces, or pain associated with urinating or passing feces
• Severe vomiting or diarrhea; 2+ episodes in 24-hours
• Injuries to the eye(s)
• Choking, difficulty breathing, or continuous coughing/gagging
• Your pet has ingested something poisonous (such as antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, rodent poison, etc.)
• Refusal to drink for 24 hours or more