Saturday, April 01, 2023
At Animal Hospital Maple Orchard we are ready for your urgent pet needs. When the unexpected happens to your dog or cat, the pet friendly staff in West Bloomfield is welcoming, ready, and capable to help with your pet's situation.
Our animal hospital is equipped with the most up to date technology to assist in any situation. Here are some examples of urgent care situations to look out for.
Difficulty Breathing:
If your pet is struggling to breathe, panting excessively, or shows signs of respiratory distress, seek urgent care immediately.
Severe Injury:
In cases of severe injuries like fractures, deep wounds, or trauma from accidents, prompt veterinary attention is crucial.
Ingestion of Toxic Substances:
If your pet has ingested something toxic, such as certain foods, plants, or household chemicals, seek immediate veterinary help.
Sudden Lethargy or Weakness:
If your pet becomes suddenly lethargic, weak, or unresponsive, it could indicate a serious underlying issue requiring urgent evaluation.
Difficulty Urinating:
Straining to urinate, blood in the urine, or other signs of urinary distress may indicate a urinary blockage, which requires immediate attention.
Seizures:
If your pet experiences seizures, it's crucial to seek urgent care to determine the cause and manage the condition.
Severe Vomiting or Diarrhea:
Persistent vomiting or diarrhea can lead to dehydration and may be a sign of an underlying health issue that requires prompt attention.
Eye Injuries or Discharge:
Any injury to the eye or sudden onset of discharge may indicate an eye problem that needs urgent evaluation.
Difficulty Giving Birth:
If your pregnant pet is having difficulty during labor or if there are signs of distress, seek immediate veterinary assistance.
Sudden Collapse:
If your pet collapses or loses consciousness, it's an emergency situation that requires immediate attention.
In any of these situations, contacting us about this emergency first would be prefered a is essential for the well-being of your pet and we aim to be ready and waiting for them to arrive. But we will take you as a walk-in as well!
The equipment needed can be hard to predict depending on the situation. That being said, our hospital is ready with equipment like:
- Ultrasound
- Digital Radiographs
- In house Hematology
- In house Blood Chemistry Machines
- In house Urinalysis & Electronic Microscope
- CT Scan Vimago HDCT
- In House Pharmacy
And much more...
Animal Hospital Maple Orchard performs surgery every working day. These surgeries are routine and emergency veterinary surgeries. We use anesthetic protocols similar to those of the human medical field and keep your patient safe with our veterinary medical choices. If your pet is here today for a pet urgent care walk in then we will be capable of helping; even if emergency surgery is needed.
We are veterinary professionals teaching, treating, and caring for our neighborhood's dogs and cats.
animalhospitalmapleorchard@gmail.com