Pet emergency?Here iswhat to do.
We are a daytime practice. During open hours, call us and come in. After hours, our line gives you the nearest emergency hospital. If your pet is struggling to breathe or cannot stand, go now.
(555) 214-0199After-hours line. During open hours call (555) 214-0186.
- Open hours
- Call us, come today
- After hours
- Nearest emergency hospital
- Not sure?
- Call either line
Go now, or call us
Which kind of urgent is it?
Some problems cannot wait for an appointment. If any line on the right fits, head to an emergency hospital now, and call on the way.
Call us today, during open hours
- Vomiting or diarrhea, with your pet still bright and drinking
- A limp where they still use the leg
- Not eating for a day
- A small wound that has stopped bleeding
- Eye squinting or a sudden ear problem
Go to an emergency hospital now
- Trouble breathing, or gums that are pale, gray or blue
- A bloated belly with unproductive retching
- Seizures, collapse or being unable to stand
- A male cat straining to pee with little or nothing coming out
- Known poisoning, heatstroke, or being hit by a car
On the way
Four things that help the most.
Calm and quick beats perfect. These steps help the team who sees your pet.
- 01
Call ahead
The hospital can prepare for you, and may tell you what to do on the way.
- 02
Move them gently
Use a blanket as a stretcher for a large dog. Cats go in a carrier or a box.
- 03
Bring the evidence
Packaging, the plant, a photo of what was eaten, and any medications.
- 04
Keep them warm and still
A towel over a carrier helps. No food or water unless you are told.
Common household dangers
Eight things that bring pets in.
If your pet has eaten any of these, call before symptoms appear. Early treatment is simpler and usually works better.
More pet advice- 01
Chocolate
Darker chocolate and baking cocoa are the most dangerous.
- 02
Xylitol
A sweetener in sugar-free gum, some peanut butters and toothpaste.
- 03
Grapes and raisins
Even small amounts can harm some dogs' kidneys.
- 04
Lilies
For cats, every part, including the pollen and vase water.
- 05
Rodent bait
Bring the packaging. The type changes the treatment.
- 06
Human pain medicine
Common pain relievers can be toxic to dogs and cats.
- 07
Antifreeze
Sweet-tasting and very dangerous, even a lick.
- 08
Wild mushrooms
Common in Asheville yards after fall rains.
Are you an emergency clinic?
No. We are a daytime general practice. During open hours we see urgent cases the same day. After hours and on Sundays, our phone line gives the details of the nearest emergency hospital.
Will the emergency hospital share notes with you?
Yes. Ask them to send the visit notes to us, and we follow up with you the next working day to plan any rechecks.
What if I am not sure it is an emergency?
Call. During open hours a technician talks it through with you. After hours, the emergency hospital will advise by phone. If your pet is struggling to breathe or cannot stand, do not wait to call; go.
My pet ate something. What should I do?
Note what it was, how much and when, and keep the packaging. Do not make your pet vomit unless a veterinarian tells you to. Then call us during open hours or the emergency hospital after hours.