Pet Urgent Care
Chattanooga

Quick, Compassionate Urgent Care

At East Ridge Animal Hospital, we understand the importance of timely veterinary care for your pet’s health, which is why we offer pet urgent care in Chattanooga. To help you navigate the decision-making process, it’s crucial to differentiate between urgent care and emergency situations.

Urgent Care

Urgent care addresses non-life-threatening conditions that require prompt attention. These include issues like vomiting, diarrhea, sudden limping, and ear infections. Urgent care appointments are typically scheduled within 24-48 hours. If your pet is experiencing discomfort or a condition that needs prompt intervention but is not life-threatening, our veterinarians may recommend urgent care services.

Emergency Situations

In life-threatening scenarios where your pet’s well-being is at immediate risk, swift action is crucial. Emergency situations encompass incidents such as severe injuries or bleeding, difficulty breathing, seizures, or being hit by a car. In these critical moments, it is imperative to bring your pet to a veterinary emergency clinic without delay.

Ensuring your pet’s health is always a priority, and it’s better to seek professional guidance if you’re uncertain about the type of veterinary care needed. Don’t hesitate to reach out to East Ridge Animal Hospital for advice and support. We are here to assist you and provide the appropriate care for your furry companion.

We handle Urgent Care and Emergency cases between 9am-4pm. If your pet is experiencing urgent or emergency situations before or after these hours, please contact:

VCA RIVER

423-698-4612

https://vcahospitals.com/regional-institute

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the difference between urgent care and an emergency?

Urgent care is for non-life-threatening issues that still need prompt attention, like vomiting, limping, or ear infections. These can typically wait 24-48 hours. An emergency is for life-threatening situations such as severe bleeding, difficulty breathing, seizures, or being hit by a car, and requires immediate veterinary intervention.

What types of pet problems do you treat for urgent care?

We treat a variety of conditions that need same-day or next-day care but aren’t emergencies. This includes issues like sudden limping, minor vomiting or diarrhea, skin infections, ear infections, and minor wounds.

What are your hours for urgent care?

Our team is available to handle both urgent care and emergency cases between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. If your pet needs care outside of these specific hours, we provide a referral to ensure you get help.

Who should I contact if my pet needs help after 4:00 p.m.?

If your pet is experiencing an urgent or emergency situation before 9:00 a.m. or after 4:00 p.m., please contact VCA River Animal Hospital at 423-698-4612 for immediate assistance.

Should I call ahead if I think my pet needs urgent care?

Yes, it’s always a good idea to call us first. If you’re unsure whether your pet’s condition requires urgent care or is an emergency, please reach out. We can provide guidance over the phone and let you know if and when you should bring your pet in.

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