As a veterinarian with experience treating beloved family pets, I have guided countless frantic owners through stressful medical situations. We have seen a wide range of emergencies including poisoning, trauma from accidents, animal bites, and breathing trouble. As a pet owner, you must act quickly at the first signs of a crisis.
Signs that would require a trip to the ER clinic include the following:
Vomiting or diarrhoea persisting over 24 hours
Seizures
Collapse
Lethargy or weakness that causes immobility
Massive blood loss from injury
Airway obstruction
Toxin consumption or consumption of unknown substances
If your pet is showing any of the above signs, take your pet to the ER clinic now. Timeliness is key - the quicker you get treatment, the better the outcome.
I advise all my clients to have an emergency plan noting the route to the nearest 24/7 animal ER clinic. Familiarize yourself with common pet emergency symptoms so you can remain calm and make life-saving decisions for the furry members of your family.
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