Daytime Emergency Vet in Palatine

What To Do In A Pet Emergency

We accept pet emergencies on a case-by-case basis, and by appointment only. Please call us to confirm if we are able to get your pet a same-day appointment. If we can not see your pet, we will refer you to one of the following emergency pet hospitals:

Elk Grove Veterinary Specialty & Emergency
1050 Bonaventure Drive
Elk Grove Village, IL 60007
847-584-0200

Veterinary Specialty Center
2051 Waukegan Road
Bannockburn, IL 60015
847-459-7535

What is Considered a Pet Emergency?

A pet emergency is any situation that requires immediate medical attention for your pet. This can include accidents, injuries, sudden illness, or any other life-threatening situation. Some common examples of pet emergencies include:

• Difficulty breathing
• Severe bleeding
• Ingestion of toxic substances
• Seizures
• Unconsciousness
• Difficulty urinating or defecating
• Injuries from a car accident or fall
• Difficulty giving birth
• Severe vomiting or diarrhea
• Inability to walk or stand

If you notice any of these symptoms or any other concerning behavior in your pet, it's important to seek emergency pet care immediately.

Poison Control

If you think your pet may have ingested a potentially poisonous substance, please call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC)* at 888-426-4435 right away. The APCC is your best resource for any animal poison-related emergency and are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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

*A consultation fee may apply.

Using CareCredit® for Emergency Pet Care

Emergency pet care can be expensive, and it's not always easy to come up with the funds on short notice. That's where CareCredit® comes in. At Loving Care Animal Hospital, we accept CareCredit®, a healthcare credit card that can be used to cover the costs of emergency pet care. It offers special financing options and low monthly payments, making it easier to manage the cost of your pet's emergency care.