Veterinary Services
Pet Urgent & Emergency Care
Our team is here for you and your pet when you need us most.
Pet Urgent & Emergency Care
When something feels off with your pet, you shouldn’t have to wait days for an appointment. Our urgent and emergency care services provide timely medical attention when your pet needs to be seen quickly, giving you peace of mind and helping ensure they receive the care they need when it matters most.
We reserve a limited number of same-day urgent and emergency care appointments each day to help pets receive prompt medical attention when unexpected illnesses, injuries, and emergencies arise. Whether your pet is experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, limping, an injury, sudden behavioral changes, or another health concern, our team is here to evaluate the situation, provide treatment, and help them feel better as quickly as possible.
If we are unable to accommodate your pet, we will help guide you to a trusted local emergency veterinary hospital to ensure they receive the timely care they need.
Signs Your Pet May Need Immediate Medical Attention
Pets can’t tell us when something is wrong, but changes in their behavior, appearance, or physical condition can signal that they need prompt veterinary care.
If your pet is showing any of the following signs, we recommend contacting our team as soon as possible:
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Coughing, sneezing, or difficulty breathing
- Ear infections, head shaking, or ear discomfort
- Eye redness, discharge, swelling, or squinting
- Urinary issues, including straining or blood in the urine
- Limping, pain, or difficulty walking
- Cuts, wounds, bite injuries, or excessive bleeding
- Rash, hives, facial swelling, or sudden itching
- Broken or overgrown nails
- Sudden behavioral changes
- Dehydration or excessive thirst
- Suspected toxin or foreign body ingestion
- Collapse or inability to stand
- Seizures
- Heatstroke
- Abdominal bloating or distension
- Severe trauma, including being hit by a vehicle
- Inability to urinate
- Loss of consciousness
If your pet is experiencing any of these symptoms—or if something simply doesn’t seem right—please call us at (570) 534-0718. Our team can help determine the best next steps and prepare for your pet’s arrival if immediate medical attention is needed.
Urgent Care FAQs
What’s the difference between an urgent care visit and an emergency?
Examples of life-threatening emergencies include:
- Being hit by a car
- Severe difficulty breathing
- Inability to urinate
- Excessive or uncontrolled bleeding
- Abdominal bloating
- Collapse or seizures
Is Pocono Peak Veterinary Center equipped to handle life-threatening emergencies during regular hours?
Yes. During our regular business hours, our medical team is equipped to provide emergency and lifesaving care. If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening medical concern, please call our clinic immediately at (570) 534-0718 so we can prepare for your arrival.
What if my pet needs hospitalization or surgery during the visit?
Can I drop my pet off for an urgent care visit?
What payment options do you accept?
How do I schedule an urgent care appointment?
Do you offer urgent care after business hours?
- Valley Central Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center (610) 435-1553
- Barton Heights Veterinary Hospital (570) 424-6773
- Pet Stat Animal Urgent Care (484) 276-6824
- Eastern Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Center (610) 904-1776