Emergencies

Although this list is not all inclusive, the following information provides a general list of symptoms that could indicate an emergent situation for your pet.
If there is ever any question about whether or not your pet should be seen by a veterinary profession, you can always contact CPVETS and discuss the situation with our staff.

• Labored breathing, excessive panting, persistent cough.
• Vomiting if persistent, bloody, or nonproductive.
• Pain. Pet has trouble getting comfortable, cries, or is painful to the touch.
• Gums which are not their normal pink color, especially if white, gray, or blue.
• Diarrhea, especially if persistent, bloody, or painful.
• Excessive sleepiness (pet can not be roused).
• Pus or bloody discharge from any part of the body or surgical incision.
• Straining to urinate or defecate, especially if nonproductive.
• Seizures, loss of consciousness, or episodes of bizarre behavior.
• Pet continues to not eat or drink for more than 24 hours.