In Case of Emergency:
Call the Bayview Wellington Veterinary Clinic at 905-503-7387
Make arrangements to be seen by the doctor as soon as possible. If a doctor is not on premises or is involved in a surgical procedure, you will be directed to call the 404 Emergency and Referral Hospital.
What is an Emergency?
You should be calling if your pet has any of the following problems:
- Seizure, fainting or collapse.
- Eye injury, no matter how mild.
- Persistent vomiting or diarrhea
- Any suspected poisoning, including antifreeze, rodent or snail bait, or human medication. Cats are especially sensitive to insecticides (such as over-the-counter flea products for dogs) or any petroleum-based product.
- Thermal stress — from being too cold or too hot — even if the pet seems to have recovered. (The internal story could be quite different).
- Any wound or laceration that’s open and bleeding, or any animal bite.
- Trauma, such as being hit by a car, even if the pet seems fine. Again, the situation could be quite different on the inside.
- Any respiratory problem: persistent coughing, trouble breathing or near drowning.
- Straining to urinate or defecate.
- Allergic reactions, such as swelling around the face, or hives, most easily seen on the belly.
Although some other problems may not be life-threatening, they may be causing your pet pain and should be taken care of without delay. Signs of pain include panting, labored breathing, increased body temperature, lethargy, restlessness, crying out, aggression and loss of appetite. Some pets seek company when suffering, while others will withdraw.
Helping dogs and cats in Aurora, Newmarket, Sharon, Keswick, King City, Richmond Hill, Oak Ridges, Markham and Stouffville.
