Urgent Veterinary Care for Dogs & Cats in Benicia

24/7 Veterinary Emergency Care

For immediate life-threatening issues

Urgent & Emergency Vet Services in Benicia

If your pet is experiencing any symptoms or behaviors that you are concerned about, contact our office right away for advice and to schedule an urgent care visit, or call the after-hours emergency pet hospital location above. 

The reliable and compassionate team at Animal Clinic of Benicia offers urgent veterinary care by appointment. Animals are our passion. We take pride in providing quality medical care when your pet needs it most.

Steps to Take When Seeking Urgent or Emergency Veterinary Care

If you are experiencing an urgent or emergency situation, follow the steps below.

• Call Ahead If Possible - For non-life-threatening issues, please give us a call to schedule an appointment. In a life-threatening emergency, call one of the emergency animal hospitals listed above to let them know you are on the way.
• Follow Instructions Provided - When you call to let the pet hospital know you are on your way, instructions may be provided to help you apply first aid or otherwise make your pet as comfortable. Follow these instructions carefully.
• Remain Calm - Remain calm and be extra careful around your pet. When an animal is in pain, they may react negatively towards anyone trying to help and could bite or scratch.
• Bring Your Pet In For Care - Do not put yourself at risk! Safely bring your pet to our Benicia veterinary clinic or the after-hours emergency vet.

Urgent & Emergency Care FAQs

Below are the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about urgent and emergency pet care:

• Do I need to call ahead?

  Yes, please contact us to schedule an urgent care appointment. Animal Clinic of Benicia provides urgent veterinary care for cats and dogs during our regular clinic hours, as our schedule allows.

  If we are unable to accommodate your pet, we recommend that you visit the after-hours emergency vet location shown above. 

• When is your clinic open?

  Our veterinarians see urgent care cases by appointment during our regular business hours:

  • Monday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm
  • Tuesday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm
  • Wednesday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm
  • Thursday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm
  • Friday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm
  • Saturday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm
  • Sunday:08:30 am - 05:00 pm

   

• What situations require immediate veterinary care?

  The following situations are examples of situations that require immediate care:

  • Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop
  • Obvious signs of pain or extreme anxiety
  • Choking, difficulty breathing, or continuous coughing/gagging
  • Fractured bones or severe lameness
  • Seizures and/or staggering
  • Bleeding from nose, mouth, rectum, or blood in the urine
  • Inability to urinate or pass feces, or pain associated with urinating or passing feces
  • Severe vomiting or diarrhea; 2+ episodes in 24-hours
  • Injuries to the eye(s)
  • Your pet has ingested something poisonous (such as antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, rodent poison, etc.)
  • Heat stress or heatstroke
  • Refusal to drink for 24 hours or more
  • Unconsciousness
• What happens if my pet needs to stay in the hospital?

  Some veterinary emergencies require intensive overnight care. If your pet requires overnight care, we will refer you to a nearby 24/7 veterinary hospital.

• What types of animals do you treat?

  Our veterinarians are mostly experienced with cats and dogs but will see other small animals, such as birds and rodents, in certain situations.