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What is an Emergency?
As an owner or caretaker, you know your pet best and may notice subtle changes from what is “normal” for your pet. If you are concerned about your pet, please don’t hesitate to bring your pet in or call us for advice.
The following symptoms are a list of common signs/problems that we would consider an emergency. There are many emergencies that do not show these signs, so please call us at (815) 886-0404 for further advice or instructions.
* Difficulty breathing
* Excessive bleeding
* Loss of consciousness
* Straining or inability to urinate
* Profuse diarrhea or vomiting
* Seizures, excessive salivation, or exposure to poisons (rat poison, plants, antifreeze, slug baits, etc.)
* Abnormalities/difficulties in giving birth
* Large open wounds
* Burns
* Bloated abdomen
* Eye problems
* Inability to stand or walk
* Loss of appetite for more than two days
* Known ingestion of foreign object- strings, needles, toys, socks, batteries, metal, coins, rocks, etc.
* Known ingestion of potentially harmful foods- chocolate, grapes/raisins, onions, bones (especially chicken/rib bones), chewing gum containing xylitol
* Known ingestion of any medications not intended for your pet
Is there a number I can call if my pet ate something potentially toxic?
The ASPCA Poison Control Center is the most comprehensive source for information on potentially toxic substances that your pet may have ingested. The center is open for calls 24 hours a day.
ASPCA Poison Control Center
(888) 426-4435
There is a $60 consultation fee, and it is helpful to have on hand (1) the product in question, (2) the approximate time of ingestion, and (3) the amount ingested.
During regular business hours, you may contact us directly at (815) 886-0404. For some cases, we may contact the veterinarians at Poison Control for the recommended treatment protocols.
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