Emergency and Critical Care

24/7 Emergency Care — On-Call Veterinarian Available Anytime

Emergencies, accidents, and sudden illnesses can happen at any time. That’s why we have a 24/7 on-call veterinarian ready to help your pet whenever you need it.

For after-hours emergencies, please call (662) 234-8022 to get the contact information for our on-call veterinarian. Our doctor will drop what they’re doing to meet you at the clinic and provide compassionate, expert care.

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Pet Emergency Services in Oxford, MS

We understand how upsetting it is when your pet is sick or injured. We also know that when your pet is hospitalized and needs critical care services, you want the very best level of care possible. For these reasons, we offer emergency and critical care veterinary medical services. Our expert health care team is staffed with caring, compassionate, highly skilled professionals who are dedicated to providing quality care for your pet.

Your pet is a special member of your family and provides you with companionship, entertainment, and unconditional love. But your pet relies on you for daily needs such as food, shelter, and safety and to take care of things when they go wrong. Rest assured, if you ever have an emergency with your pet, there is quality veterinary help nearby.

What to Do During a Pet Emergency

If you suspect your pet is having a medical emergency, try to remain calm. Staying confident and acting quickly can help your pet stay as comfortable as possible.

1. Get your pet to a safe location
If your pet is injured near a hazard, such as a roadway or a venomous snake, carefully move them to safety. Towels can be used as a makeshift stretcher if needed.

2. Contact our hospital
Take note of your pet’s symptoms, then call (662) 234-8022 to receive the on-call veterinarian’s contact information. Provide a brief explanation of what’s happening so our team can prepare to provide the best care.

Symptoms That May Signal a Health Emergency

• Labored or stopped breathing
• Excessive drinking or urination
• Ingestion of Medication, Poisons
• Discoloration of the mouth (ex: blue or red gums or tongue)
• Large cuts of wounds that are excessively bleeding or have visible bone
• Sudden passing out  collapse, or difficulty to get back up
• Failure to respond or rouse when called or moved
• A bite from an unidentified snake or insect
• Seizures
• Paralysis of the back legs
• Any combination of swelling, hives, excessive salivation, vomiting, and diarrhea
• Male cats straining to urinate

If your pet is experiencing any of the above symptoms — or other severe signs of illness — call us immediately at (662) 234-8022. Our emergency veterinary staff is ready to assist at a moment’s notice and can guide you on the best next steps.

If you’re unsure whether it’s an emergency, don’t hesitate to call — we can guide you over the phone.