Emergencies

Emergency Care During Business Hours

If your pet experiences a medical emergency during our operating hours, please call us immediately at 405-257-6167. Providing advance notice allows us to prepare for your arrival and offer the most efficient care possible.

Common Pet Emergencies Include:

• Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn’t stop within five minutes
• Choking, difficulty breathing, or nonstop coughing and gagging
• Bleeding from the nose, mouth, rectum, coughing up blood, or blood in urine
• Inability to urinate or pass feces, or obvious pain associated with urinating or passing stool
• Injuries to your pet’s eyes
• Suspected ingestion of poisonous substances (e.g., antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, rodent poison)

For emergency farm calls, please contact our office with your name and address to help us estimate our arrival time.

After-Hours Emergency Care

While we strive to be there for you at all times, we currently do not offer after-hours emergency services. However, we have compiled a list of trusted emergency veterinary clinics in the area:

• BluePearl – Oklahoma City
  1401 W Memorial Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73134
  (405) 749-6989
• Animal Emergency and Surgical Center
  931 W I-240 Service Road, Oklahoma City, OK 73139
  (405) 631-7828
• Neel Veterinary Hospital
  2700 N MacArthur Boulevard, Oklahoma City, OK 73127
  (405) 947-8387
• Woodlake Animal Hospital
  6600 NW 63rd Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73132
  (405) 721-6604
• Voss Veterinary Clinic
  2215 N Broadway Street, Checotah, OK 74426
  (918) 473-2761
• Durant Animal Hospital
  86 Mulberry Street, Durant, OK 74701
  (580) 924-1640
• Diamond K Veterinary Services
  4073 State Hwy 3, Atoka, OK 74525
  (580) 364-9080
• Blackwell Animal Hospital
  608 N 29th, Blackwell, OK 74631
  (620) 660-0949 (Available until 10pm)

Recognizing a Pet Emergency

It’s crucial to recognize signs that indicate your pet needs immediate medical attention:

• Difficulty breathing
• Severe bleeding
• Ingestion of toxic substances
• Severe vomiting or diarrhea
• Inability to urinate
• Seizures
• Unconsciousness
• Trauma or injury
• Difficulty giving birth
• Heatstroke or hypothermia

If you notice any of these symptoms, seek emergency veterinary care immediately.

You may also contact the Pet Poison Hotline* at 855-886-7965.

* A consultation fee may apply.

Preparing a Pet First Aid Kit

Having a well-stocked first aid kit can be invaluable during emergencies. Essential items include:

• Emergency contact information, 405-257-6167
• Gauze and non-stick bandages
• Antiseptic wipes or solution
• Antibiotic ointment
• Scissors and tweezers
• Digital thermometer
• Hydrogen peroxide (only under veterinary guidance)
• Benadryl (consult your vet for proper dosage)
• Saline solution
• Blanket or towel
• Emergency leash

Documentation – Remember to periodically review and update your pet first aid kit. Check medications for expiration dates and replace used or outdated items. By keeping these essentials on hand, you’ll be ready to act confidently and calmly in the event of a pet emergency, ensuring your pet’s health and safety.