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
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