Veterinary Emergency Care
For medical emergencies during regular hospital hours, please call our hospital at: (704) 869-9400.
When possible, we ask that you call ahead so that we may better prepare for your pet’s treatment.
Otherwise, we may refer you to:
Carolina Veterinary Specialists
2225 Township Road
Charlotte, NC
704 504 9608
UrgentVet
2425 East Franklin Blvd
Gastonia, NC 28054
980 448 7800
CARE
3726 Latrobe Dr.
Charlotte, NC 28211
704 457 2300
When Should I Seek Emergency Care for My Pet?
The easiest answer as to whether you should seek emergency care for your pet is when you feel his or her medical condition is serious and cannot wait. However, the following general situations should help you determine if you need to seek emergency care for your pet:
- Difficulty breathing
- Acute abdominal swelling
- Electric shock
- Excessive vomiting or diarrhea
- Bleeding
- Exhibits symptoms of heat stroke
- Seizures
- Sudden onset of weakness
- High or low temperature (more than 104 or less than 100 degrees)
- Inability to urinate or defecate