Pet urgent care is necessary when your dog or cat has a medical problem that needs timely attention but is not immediately life-threatening. Emergencies are more severe and can lead to significant, lasting problems or even endanger your pet's life.
At Blue Mountain Animal Clinic, we are equipped to manage urgent and some emergencies during our regular business hours. If your pet needs urgent attention, please call us at (360) 457-3842 so we can prepare for your arrival and provide immediate assistance! Remember to stay calm and reach out to us, or contact one of the ER hospitals listed below–help is available.
If needed, you may also contact us about dropping your pet off for treatment. They will stay with us for the day until our team can take care of them. This is not a standard appointment, as we will treat your pet on our own timeline. Drop-offs are ideal for conditions like ear infections, GI distress, and vomiting. For chronic issues, it's best to schedule an appointment.
For a regular appointment, call (360) 457-3842 or request an appointment online.
Does My Pet Need Urgent Care?
Urgent care scenarios typically involve your pet continuing their usual eating, bathroom, and behavior routines but showing symptoms or discomfort that should not be ignored until the next scheduled appointment.
Situations warranting urgent care include:
- Allergic reactions such as hives or facial swelling
- Ear infections
- Symptoms of congestion (coughing, runny nose)
- Eye issues (redness, swelling, discharge)
- Skin irritations and rashes
- Presence of fleas, ticks, or worms
- Changes in bathroom habits (diarrhea, vomiting)
- Trouble urinating or blood in urine
- Limping or difficulty moving
- Minor wounds (small cuts, scrapes, etc.)
- Loss of appetite
- Unusual changes in behavior
What If My Pet is Having an Emergency?
If your pet is having an emergency and it’s between 8 am-5 pm, contact Blue Mountain Animal Clinic immediately at (360) 457-3842. Our team will jump into action and do what’s needed to help you and your pet. Please be aware that the Olympic Peninsula does not have a 24-hour facility. If your pet needs hospitalization, you will be referred to a 24-hour care facility off of the Peninsula.
Our hospital has an excellent relationship with these two ER hospitals:
Animal Emergency and Trauma Center
Summit Veterinary Referral Center
Both hospitals are ready with doctors and staff who are on scheduled shifts with equipment and supplies at the ready to care for your pet.
Please note: If you call after our business hours you will be connected with our triage service, GuardianVets! This service will help you determine the severity of your pet’s emergency and the best course of action.