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Urgent Pet Care When It Matters Most
As pet owners, we all want our pets to be healthy and happy. But sometimes, unexpected emergencies can arise, and it’s important to know what to do in these situations.
During Business Hours
If you have an emergency during our regular business hours and are bringing your pet in for treatment, please call our office at 978-952-8500 in advance to ensure that there is a veterinarian on site and prepared to evaluate and treat your pet immediately.
If your pet has an urgent problem, we will do everything we can to see your pet. Please be patient as we try to accommodate urgent visits. There also may be times when it is advisable to bring your pet directly to an emergency facility; in those instances, calling ahead will allow us to instruct you appropriately
After Business Hours
If you have an emergency outside of our regular business hours, we recommend that you contact one of the following emergency facilities. It is always recommended that you call ahead to the facility.
Please be aware that veterinary specialists are typically available at emergency facilities during regular business hours. Usually a pet in an emergency situation will be admitted to the facility and it’s condition stabilized until it is possible for a specialist (if needed) to evaluate and treat the animal.
11 Cornerstone Drive, Suite 100 (Rte. 110)
Westford, MA 01886
159 Main Dunstable Road (exit 5W off Route 3 North)
Nashua, NH 03060
Other Area Emergency Facilities
55 Willard Street
North Grafton, MA 01536
Emergency Services: 508-839-5395
What is Considered a Pet Emergency?
A pet emergency is any situation that requires immediate medical attention for your pet. These emergencies can range from minor injuries to life-threatening conditions. Some common examples of pet emergencies include:
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe bleeding
- Ingestion of toxic substances
- Seizures
- Unconsciousness
- Difficulty urinating or defecating
- Injuries from accidents or fights
- Difficulty giving birth
- Sudden changes in behavior or appetite
If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, it’s important to seek emergency care as soon as possible. Delaying treatment can lead to more serious complications and even death.
Poison Control
If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, please call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC)* at 888-426-4435 right away. The APCC is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency and are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
You may also contact the Pet Poison Helpline* at 855-764-7661.
* A consultation fee may apply.
