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After-Hours Emergencies

If your pet is experiencing an emergency outside of our regular hours, we recommend the following facilities for immediate, high-quality veterinary care.

Signs of a Pet Emergency

If your pet shows any of the following symptoms, they may need immediate emergency care:

Difficulty breathing or excessive panting

Uncontrolled bleeding or severe wounds

Sudden collapse, weakness, or inability to stand

Persistent vomiting or diarrhea (especially with blood)

Seizures or loss of consciousness

Ingestion of toxins, foreign objects, or harmful substances

Pale gums or signs of internal bleeding

Swollen or distended abdomen

Pain, crying, or restlessness

Trauma from accidents, falls, or fights

Inability to urinate or defecate

Extreme lethargy or unresponsiveness

If you’re ever unsure whether your pet’s condition is an emergency, it’s always safest to call us during business hours or contact one of the 24-hour emergency clinics listed below.

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24/7 & After-Hours Emergency Veterinary Hospitals

If your pet is experiencing an emergency during normal office hours, please call us right away at (513) 553-9954 before coming in, if possible. This allows our team to prepare for your arrival and provide the fastest care possible. Deposits may be required for emergency services.

If your pet requires emergency care outside of regular business hours or on weekends, please contact one of the trusted 24-hour veterinary hospitals listed below. As with our practice, we recommend calling before you arrive to help the emergency veterinarians care for your pet as quickly as possible.

Cincinnati Animal Referral & Emergency (CARE) Center

Address: 995 East Kemper Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45249
Phone: (513) 530-0911
Hours: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Services: 24-hour emergency care, internal medicine, and surgery

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MedVet Cincinnati

Address: 3964 Red Bank Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45227
Phone: (513) 561-0069
Hours: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Services: 24-hour emergency care, surgery, and internal medicine

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Address: 3702 Madison Rd., Cincinnati, OH 45209
Phone: (513) 653-3930
Hours: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Services: 24-hour emergency care, advanced surgery, and trauma support

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