After Hours

Serious wounds: Wounds that are deeper than a surface scratch, especially if bleeding does not stop within 5 minutes or if there is discharge needs urgent care.

Breathing difficulty: If your pet shows any signs of breathing difficulty.

Abdominal Issues: If they are unsuccessfully attempting to vomit or if you see their abdomen is swelling. Often this will go with inability to lie comfortably.
Any bleeding from the mouth, nose or rectum needs emergency attention.

Trauma: This includes being hit by a car, being attacked by another animal or person or an object.  Even if there are no obvious signs of injury, there may be internal bleeding and damage. Seizures in an animal which had not had seizures in the past may also be due to trauma. Get help immediately.

Respiratory issues: If your pet has problems breathing, is choking or coughing for an extended period, this may indicate a serious problem. Have them checked by your vet immediately.

Injury to the eye: If there is discharge, blood, swelling around the eye or any injury to the eye itself, get this checked by your vet as soon as possible. This could be serious and could end up with your pet losing the eye if not treated.

Problems with urination or bowel movement: If your pet has not eliminated in more than 12 hours, they may have a serious problem. Your vet can check whether or not this is due to a blockage or other problem which may need intervention.

Vomiting/diarrhea: If your pet has diarrhea a few times in a day or is vomiting multiple times in a day you should have them checked by your vet. This is even more critical if they are showing other symptoms such are fatigue or fever.

Anxiety or pain: If you suspect your pet may be in pain or they are showing indications such as limping, having problems walking or standing, cry out or avoid being touched, hide or show other anxious behaviour, you should have them assessed by the vet.

Fever: If you suspect your pet is running a high temperature you should have this checked by a professional.

Refusal to drink or eat: If your pet does not drink or eat for longer than a 24-hour period this could be a sign of something being severely wrong. Ensure you have them checked by the vet as soon as possible.

Difficulty in labour: If your pet has been in labour for some time or is not delivering at a reasonable interval there may be major problems. Emergency assistance is recommended.