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Reasons to Visit the Veterinary Emergency Room

Pet emergencies are occurrences that require you to visit the vet officer immediately to save the pet’s life. these events are unpredictable and could endanger the life of the pet if not addressed immediately. Although you may try as a pet owner to reduce all dangers for our pets, there may be a chance you’ll need to take your pet to the emergency vet at some point. As a responsible pet owner, it’s important to know which situations can wait until your regular vet is available and which ones constitute a true emergency. In this piece, we introduce you to all you need to know, including the various incidences that need immediate attention. 

  1.  Multiple Seizure

Seizures are a sign of epilepsy or acute illness. It is very important to see a vet right away if your pet experiences a seizure. If your pet has multiple seizures within a few minutes or has a single seizure that lasts more than three minutes, it’s important to take immediate action. 

  1. Vomiting and Diarrhea 

Vomiting or passing loose stool is a sign of an underlying internal problem. Some common causes include dietary indiscretion, eating fatty people foods, and infections. The ingestion of these toxic substances could lead to serious health complications which need to be addressed immediately. 

  1.  Ingestion of Toxic Substances 

If your pet ingests a toxic substance, it is a reason to worry and the problem needs to be addressed immediately. Toxic foods like chocolate or plants like lilies can lead to death within a short period and need immediate attention. An overdose of the pet’s medication should also be addressed with the same seriousness. 

  1. Snake or Spider Bites 

Most snakes and spiders are venomous and could kill your pet if not addressed immediately. If you see a wound on your pet that looks like it has come from a snake or spider bite, you should consider going to the emergency vet. 

  1. Serious Physical Injuries

Some injuries that cause open wounds like being hit by a car are life-threatening. If your pet is hit by a car, take care when moving them, as they may have sustained injuries that could be made worse. 

Conclusion 

Emergencies could determine the survival or death of your cat or dog. Immediate action is needed to save their lives. The above tips serve some of the reasons you need to call a vet officer immediately. 

References: EmergencyVeterinary, AERCM

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