When care can't wait
Northwest Houston Pet Emergencies
What to do, and where to go, when your pet needs urgent help.
Medical emergencies for a beloved pet can, and often do, happen outside of normal business hours. To best meet all your pet's needs, we work to make sure you have access to the best 24/7 emergency veterinary care.
During regular business hours, our medical staff and resources are available to help with any emergency your pet experiences. If possible, please call (281) 304-7425 in advance so we can prepare for your arrival.
For emergencies that occur outside of business hours, we refer clients to:
When to Seek Emergency Care
The simplest answer: when you feel your pet's condition is serious and can't wait. These signs generally call for urgent care:
- Difficulty breathing
- Sudden abdominal swelling
- Electric shock
- Excessive vomiting or diarrhea
- Excessive bleeding
- Signs of heat stroke
- Repetitive or prolonged seizures
- Snake bites
- Very high or low temperature (over 104°F or under 100°F)
- Unable to urinate or have a bowel movement