Emergency Veterinarian in Limerick, PA with Overnight Hospitalization
Medical emergencies can happen when you least expect them, and when they do, you need a veterinary team you can trust to act quickly, compassionately, and competently. At Limerick Veterinary Hospital, we’re proud to provide emergency care for dogs and cats during our regular business hours. Please note that we are not equipped to provide emergency care for exotic pets, but we can help guide you to a specialist.
If your pet experiences a sudden medical issue during our open hours, please call us right away at (610) 489-2848 so we can prepare for your arrival.
What Is Considered a Pet Emergency?
Some symptoms are easy to recognize as urgent, while others can be harder to assess. If you’re unsure whether your pet is experiencing an emergency, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and contact us. The following situations typically require immediate veterinary care:
- Difficulty breathing or labored breathing
- Seizures or loss of consciousness
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Suspected poisoning (e.g., chocolate, medications, toxic plants)
- Vomiting or diarrhea that is severe or persistent
- Bloated or distended abdomen
- Difficulty urinating or straining without producing urine
- Trauma (hit by a car, fall from height, bite wounds)
- Sudden lameness or inability to walk
- Pale gums or signs of shock
After-Hours Emergency Veterinary Referrals
While we offer emergency services during our office hours, we refer after-hours emergencies to trusted 24-hour emergency and specialty hospitals in the area. These facilities provide immediate, high-quality care when we are closed and can coordinate with our doctors for seamless follow-up.
Your Pet’s Safety Is Our Priority
We understand that emergencies don’t end when the office closes, so we provide 24-hour nursing care for our hospitalized patients. Our trained veterinary nurses stay onsite overnight to monitor your pet’s condition, administer treatments, and alert our on-call veterinarian should an emergency arise.
From emergency stabilization to overnight monitoring, Limerick Veterinary Hospital is committed to being there for your pet in their moments of greatest need. Please call us for help if you suspect your pet needs emergency care.
