An emergency is an accident or sudden illness.

Your regular veterinarian should treat an illness that does not have a sudden onset. Routine vaccinations, worming, neutering, etc. will not be performed at VHA’s Emergency Center.

It is an emergency if you notice any of the following symptoms in your pet:

• Persistent vomiting or diarrhea
• Persistent cough
• Persistent sneezing
• Pale gums
• Rapid, shallow breathing
• Excessive thirst
• Excessive urination
• Straining to urinate
• Abnormal nasal discharge
• Labored breathing
• Sudden, severe lameness
• Convulsive seizure
• Bitch in prolonged labor
• Suspected poisoning
• Bleeding
• Injury
• Abdominal Bloating
• Hit by Car
• Severe facial swelling and/or hives

If you notice any of these signs, call us at (863) 324-3340 immediately! We see emergencies 24 hours a day and all signs of emergencies should be treated accordingly. Do not wait for the condition to worsen.