Confederate Woods Veterinary Hospital

If you notice your pet experiencing any one of these medical conditions you should contact us immediately:

Gastrointestinal Concerns

• Your pet has been vomiting or has had diarrhea for more than 24 hours, or he/she is vomiting blood

• You think your pet might have ingested something toxic, such as antifreeze, rat poison, or household cleansers

• You think your pet might have ingested a medication that wasn’t prescribed for them

• Your pet’s abdomen is swollen and hard to the touch, and/or she’s gagging and trying to vomit

Urination Concerns

• Your pet is straining to urinate or is unable to urinate

Eye or Vision Concerns

• You can see irritation or injury to your pet’s eyes, or she suddenly seems to become blind

• Your pet is bleeding from the eyes, nose, or mouth, or there is blood in her urine or feces

• Your pet begins bumping into things or suddenly becomes disoriented

Breathing or Heart Concerns

• Your pet is having trouble breathing or seems to have something stuck in their throat

• You see symptoms of heatstroke, which can include panting, excessive drooling, a rapid heart rate, irregular heartbeats, a sudden change in mentation, wobbly and uncoordinated movement, or sudden breathing distress

• Your pet isn’t breathing or you can’t feel a heartbeat

General Concerns

• Your pet shows signs of extreme pain, such as whining, shaking, and/or refusing to socialize

• You suspect your pet may have a broken bone

• Your pet has had or is having a seizure

• Your pet is unconscious and won’t wake up

• Your pet collapses or suddenly can’t stand up

• Your pregnant dog or cat has gone more than two hours between delivering puppies or kittens