VetUrgency vs. ER
“VetUrgency” Signs and Symptoms
- EYES
- discharge, closed, tearing, swollen, itching
- EARS
- red and painful, itching, discharge, odor, cuts
- NOSE
- discharge, cuts, sneezing
- MOUTH
- pain, swelling, sudden bad odor, inability to eat or drink
- MUSCULOSKELETAL
- limping, unable to walk, cuts and bites, swelling
- SKIN
- itching, infection, allergic reaction, cuts, bruising, parasite removal
- LUNGS
- coughing or wheezing
- GI
- vomiting, diarrhea, straining to defecate, not eating or drinking, scooting
- URINARY
- UTI frequent or painful urination, unable to urinate, accidents, licking at vulva/prepuce
- GENITAL
- licking, discharge, swelling
A regular Emergency Room Hospital (ER) is required for life threatening conditions, overnight intensive care, and most surgical needs. This is in contrast to a health concern your pet has that needs attended to after regular vet hours, but your pet is stable…
ER Conditions
- Trouble Breathing
- White or Blue Gum Color
- Unconscious or Collapsed
- Heart Failure
- Hit By Car
- Uncontrollable Bleeding
- Head Trauma
- Trauma that Exposes Bone
- Trauma that Opens the Chest or Abdomen
ER Surgery
- Spleen Torsion
- Bloat/GDV
- Difficulty birthing Puppies/Kittens
- Stomach or Intestine Blockage
If upon arrival your pet is found to need further care than we can provide, assessment and stabilization will be offered as well as directing you and your pet to a full service ER or referral hospital depending on diagnostic needs.