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After-hours help

Can't reach your veterinary hospital? Here's what to do.

Only a veterinary professional can assess your pet. If you're worried, the safest choice is always to contact your veterinary hospital or the nearest emergency hospital.

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First point of contact

Check their after-hours instructions

Your hospital's voicemail or website often lists an after-hours or emergency line to call.

If it may be an emergency

If your pet is in distress, go to the ER

For anything that looks serious, call or go to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital now.

First point of contact

For non-urgent questions, leave a message

Your hospital — or the team supporting them after hours — will follow up.

General information, not medical advice

This is general information, not medical advice. Only a veterinary professional can assess your pet. When in doubt, contact your veterinary hospital or the nearest emergency hospital.