Critical Care

Do you know who you can count on in the event of a pet emergency?

As a loving pet parent, you never want to see your four-legged family member in trouble. Unfortunately, unexpected illnesses and sudden accidents happen. If such a need arises, we want you to know that you’ve got a dedicated team of experienced professionals in your corner.

Heron Lakes Animal Hospital is equipped to provide life-saving critical care at a moment’s notice. With a team skilled in emergency medicine, we can quickly diagnose the problem and deliver timely and effective care. Most importantly, we’ll handle your companion’s case with complete compassion, doing everything possible to achieve a positive outcome.

Some of the signs that your pet may need urgent medical attention include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Ingestion of a foreign object or toxic substance
• Broken bones
• Cuts, lacerations or puncture wounds
• Vomiting or diarrhea lasting longer than 24 hours
• Bleeding
• Trauma, such as a fall or being hit by a car
• Swollen or tender abdomen
• Difficulty urinating
• Lameness
• Disorientation
• Foaming at the mouth
• Convulsions/seizures
• Loss of consciousness

If you notice any of these signs, seek professional help right away. We always recommend calling ahead when an emergency occurs. This allows us to assess the situation, provide first aid instructions and prepare the hospital and our team for your pet’s arrival. Of course, should the nature of the emergency be too urgent for a phone call, please do not hesitate to come directly in for immediate attention.

We sincerely hope you never experience the need for urgent veterinary care. If you do, however, we want you to know who to call. The team at Heron Lakes Animal Hospital will be here to provide the highest level of care available