Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego
Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego is an emergency & critical care practice in Poway, CA. Procedures include Surgical services, Emergency Diagnostics & Lab, Specialized diagnostics, and Emergency veterinary care.
About
Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego is an emergency and critical care hospital that has provided veterinary emergency care since 1985. They offer urgent care services for conditions such as snake bites, pancreatitis, gastrointestinal foreign bodies, Parvo Virus, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, splenic tumors, and injuries from coyote/dog attacks. The clinic also provides specialized diagnostics, a complete range of surgical services, and hospitalization for pets requiring immediate medical attention.
The clinic serves Poway, Scripps Ranch, Ramona, Rancho Penasquitos, Rancho Bernardo, and the surrounding areas. It operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, functioning as an after-hours emergency facility for primary care veterinarians. The team focuses on high-quality, personalized emergency care.
Procedures
- Surgical services
- Emergency Diagnostics & Lab
- Specialized diagnostics
- Emergency veterinary care
- Treatment for snake bites
- Triage
- After Hours Pet Emergency Care
- Hospitalization
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of emergencies does Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego treat?
- The clinic treats a wide range of pet emergencies, including snake bites, pancreatitis, gastrointestinal foreign bodies, Parvo Virus, hemorrhagic gastroenteritis, splenic tumors, and injuries from coyote/dog attacks. They also address conditions like severe bleeding, difficulty breathing, seizures, suspected poisoning, heatstroke, and severe vomiting or diarrhea.
- What services does Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego offer for pets in critical condition?
- For pets in critical condition, the clinic provides state-of-the-art emergency care. This includes specialized diagnostics to identify issues, a complete range of surgical services for necessary interventions, and hospitalization for ongoing monitoring and treatment. Their veterinarians are trained in emergency pet medicine and triage.
- How does Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego coordinate care with a pet's primary veterinarian?
- The Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego ensures seamless, integrated care by keeping the pet's primary care veterinarian updated. They share the pet's medical history and files with the primary vet, ensuring that all healthcare providers are informed about the pet's condition and treatment plan.
- What should a pet owner do before bringing their pet to Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego?
- In a pet emergency, it is best to call the clinic ahead of time if possible. This allows the team to prepare for the pet's arrival. If time permits, pet owners can also fill out the New Patient Form prior to their visit. However, if the situation is critical and there is no time to call, owners should bring their pet immediately.
- What are the operating hours for Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego?
- Animal Emergency Clinic of San Diego is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This includes evenings, weekends, and all major holidays. They provide emergency veterinary care continuously, 365 days a year, to ensure pets receive immediate attention whenever an emergency occurs.