In general, it’s wise to seek emergency care right away in these situations or if your pet exhibits these symptoms:

• Unconsciousness, collapse or extreme lethargy
• You suspect your pet has ingested a foreign body, harmful chemicals, human medications or toxic plants
• Trouble breathing
• Trauma from a fall or being hit by moving vehicle
• Extreme pain causing whining or shaking
• Swollen and tense abdomen
• Straining to urinate
• Hemorrhage (bleeding that won’t stop)
• Disorientation or seizures
• Uncontrolled or prolonged vomiting and/or diarrhea
• If your pet is pregnant, prolonged straining without delivery of puppies or kittens