As a pet owner, it's crucial to be prepared for any circumstance regarding their health. If your pet falls ill unexpectedly or has an accident, don't panic. Contact our veterinary office to determine if you should bring your pet in for urgent care services. Although we accept walk-ins, we recommend that you call in advance to inform us of your situation. By calling our facility and explaining your pet's situation, we can determine if your pet requires urgent care and schedule your pet accordingly.
About Urgent Care
Sometimes pets develop health problems that aren't life-threatening but require immediate attention. These situations can be classified as urgent care. Lincoln Animal Hospital in Cypress, CA, offers outpatient urgent care services to sick or injured pets whose condition isn't critical but should be evaluated right away. Urgent care is not for pets with health conditions or injuries that require immediate surgery or hospitalization. These types of critical situations fall under the category of emergency pet care.
Signs Your Pet May Need Urgent Care
- Straining to Urinate or Defecate
- Seizures
- Wounds or Cuts
- Vomiting or Diarrhea
- Sudden Limping or Inability to Walk
- Weakness or Changes in Alertness
- Ingestion of a Foreign Object
- Suspected Poisoning
- Coughing or Sneezing
- Loss of Appetite
- Trembling or Shaking
- Discomfort or Mild Lameness
- Tick Removal
- Ear and Skin Infections
- Irritation or Red Eyes
- Any signs that are troubling to you or your pet...
What to Expect During Urgent Care
Our vet will examine your pet to determine the nature of their condition. Depending on the reason for your visit, we may perform X-rays or run diagnostic tests to get an accurate diagnosis. In order to better serve you and your pet in an efficient manner, we take our cases based on the severity of the pet's health and the availability of the doctor's schedule. At Lincoln Animal Hospital, we're fully committed to the health and well-being of our pet patients and you can have full confidence that your furry friend is in the best of hands.
For immediate urgent care services for your furry friend, contact Lincoln Animal Hospital in Cypress at (714) 995-9200.
