Expert Urgent Care When It Matters Most
In moments of crisis, we provide the steady hands and compassionate care your pet deserves. Our clinics are equipped to handle urgent needs with precision and heart, ensuring you're never alone during an emergency.
Dedicated Care in Critical Moments
If your pet is experiencing a medical crisis, please stay calm. Our veterinary team is here to provide swift, compassionate care. Call the nearest clinic immediately to let us know you are on your way.
Kilmarnock Animal Hospital
(804) 435-6320
Heathsville Animal Clinic
(804) 580-5135
Warsaw Animal Clinic
(804) 333-3433
While we provide comprehensive care during our regular business hours, we are not a 24-hour emergency hospital. To ensure your pet receives the specialized overnight monitoring they may need, we recommend the following after hours and 24 hour facilities:
After-Hours Emergency Clinics We Recommend
Better Pet Urgent Care
7138 Mechanicsville Tpke, Mechanicsville, VA 23111
(804) 442-2713
Veterinary Referral and Critical Care (VRCC) - Open 24 hours
1596 Hockett Rd, Manakin-Sabot, VA 23103
vrccvet.com
(804) 784-8722
Coastal Animal Referral Emergency (CARE)
5295 John Tyler Hwy, Williamsburg, VA 23185
https://www.care199.com/
Virginia Veterinary Centers (VCC)
Open 24 hours
https://www.virginiaveterinarycenters.com/locations/short-pump
Is Your Pet Having an Emergency?
We understand how stressful pet emergencies can be. Use this guide to identify critical symptoms and contact one of our clinics immediately for guidance.
Toxin Ingestion
Suspected Poisoning?
If you believe your pet has ingested or been exposed to a toxic substance, please contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately. They are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
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Phone: (888) 426-4435
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Website: ASPCA Poison Control
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Please note: There is a consultation fee for this service.
Trauma or Injury
Wounds, fractures, or being hit by a vehicle should be assessed right away.
Difficulty Breathing
Choking, heavy panting, or blue-tinged gums require immediate attention.
Seizures or Collapse
Unexpected loss of consciousness or tremors are signs of a critical situation.
Severe Bleeding
Uncontrolled bleeding from any wound needs professional help to stabilize.
Heat Stroke
Excessive panting or drooling on a hot day can quickly become life-threatening.
What to Do Right Now
If your pet is experiencing an emergency, please remain calm and follow these immediate steps for their safety and comfort while you prepare for transport.
Call Nearest Clinic
If it is during our business hours, notify us that you are on your way. This allows our clinical team to prepare a triage area and gather the necessary medical equipment for your arrival. If after business hours, please see our list of recommended ERs.
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Secure Your Pet
Place your pet in a carrier or secure them carefully in your vehicle. If they are injured, keep them flat and warm with a blanket to prevent further trauma or shock.
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Gather Essentials
If possible, bring any substances your pet may have ingested (packaging or samples) and any current medications they are taking to help our doctors diagnose quickly.