Emergency Vet in Columbus, GA

After Hours Pet Emergencies

During business hours, please call us immediately at Columbus Veterinary Medical Center for any pet emergencies so that we may recommend the best course of action for your pet.

Outside our business hours, we recommend you contact the following emergency animal hospital in the Columbus, GA area.

What is considered a pet emergency?

In most cases, the following conditions are too risky to wait before seeking treatment:

• Injury from a traumatic accident or from an attack by another animal
• Prolonged diarrhea or vomiting that contains blood
• Collapse or loss of consciousness
• Difficulty breathing
• Swollen and or painful abdomen
• Disorientation
• Seizures
• Foaming at the mouth
• Swallowing a foreign object
• Ingestion of a toxic object
• Difficulty urinating

While we make every effort to attend to urgent cases promptly, please note that there may be a wait time depending on the severity of cases and the number of patients ahead of you. Your patience is valued as we ensure every pet receives the care they need.

Emergency Tests & Diagnostics

During your pet’s visit, we provide the highest-quality care and attention. All hospitalized patients are kept in a specialized treatment area where they are closely monitored.

Our vet team is skilled in offering surgical, diagnostic, and medical care while working with compassion and efficiency to best assist your pet .

We offer the latest diagnostics and testing for our emergency need patients at our urgent care veterinary clinic, including:

• Blood Analysis. A blood analysis can help us determine what is wrong with your dog or cat if they are experiencing an unknown illness or have ingested a toxic substance.
• Digital X-rays. X-rays help us determine what kind of internal injuries your pet might be experiencing after a fight or accident involving a car.
• Surgery. Sometimes pets need to be brought into surgery to repair internal injuries.
• Fracture Repair. We set broken bones / fractures for animals to help them heal quickly and properly. Your pet's veterinarian will also help relieve your pet's pain during the healing process.
• Medication. Medicines may be necessary to help your pet recover from a medical emergency or illness. We keep a range of pet medication on hand to ensure that your pet's needs are covered.

For more information on our emergency vet services or to book an appointment, please call our office as soon as possible.