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Pet Urgent Care in Lakewood, CO

Whether you’re a seasoned pet owner or welcoming a new furry friend into your home, knowing where to seek care in urgent situations is essential. Understanding the difference between urgent care and emergency situations for your pet is key to ensuring their health and safety.

At Stockton Pet Hospital, we provide care for non-life-threatening conditions that still require prompt attention, without the need for an emergency vet visit. Our facility is well-equipped to stabilize pets with life-threatening conditions before transferring them to a specialized emergency pet hospital if needed. If you believe your pet is experiencing an emergency, please call us before coming to our office.

Urgent Care

Emergency Care

Vomiting and/or diarrhea Collapse or loss of consciousness
Lacerations and other surface wounds Paralysis
Eye redness/irritation Seizures
Lameness Choking, cannot breathe
Poisoning (if acute, it may need emergency care) Excessive bleeding
Allergic reactions Fractures, broken bones
Ear infections Penetrating wounds
Urinary tract infections Foreign Body or toxin ingestion
Respiratory infections Heatstroke
Skin allergies and infections Serious Trauma or accident (e.g., hit by a car)
Coughing and sneezing Stopped breathing
Dehydration Cardiac arrest
Fever Distressed pet in labor
Not drinking or eating Amputation
Toxin ingestion (may need emergency care) Pneumonia
Upper respiratory infections Kidney failure
Abscesses Overnight hospitalization
Back pain Major wounds and lacerations
Mild lameness or limping Uncontrollable bleeding
Surface wounds and lacerations Multiple seizures

Commons conditions treated at Pet Urgent Care

Allergic Reactions

Ear Infections

Urinary Tract Infections

Respiratory Infections

Skin Allergies & Infections

Vomiting and/or Diarrhea

Lacerations & Other Surface Wounds

Eye Redness/Irritation

Lameness

Acute Poisoning