Urgent care office visit fee is $165

Pet Urgent Care

Our urgent care services provide timely medical attention for serious concerns, giving you peace of mind when your pet needs to be seen quickly.

When your pet isn’t feeling their best, we’re here to help. Whether your pet is experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, limping, minor injuries, or other non-emergency concerns, our team will assess their condition, recommend appropriate treatment, and work to get them feeling better as quickly as possible.

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When to Seek Urgent Care for Your Pet

You may want to seek an urgent care visit if your pet is experiencing:

Urinary issues (straining, urinating blood)
Toxin or foreign body ingestion
Bite wounds
Parasite concerns (fleas, mites, sudden itching)
Ear or eye infections or injuries (redness, discharge, squinting, head shaking)
Coughing or sneezing
Dehydration or excessive drinking
Diarrhea or vomiting
Cuts, abrasions, or abscesses
Constipation – straining or inability to have a bowel movement
Sudden lameness, serious pain, or limping
Rash, hair loss, excessive scratching
Scooting
Bee stings, hives, or facial swelling
Broken toenails

If you’re unsure whether your pet’s symptoms require immediate attention, give us a call at (484) 783-0087. One of our team members will walk you through what’s happening and help you determine the safest next steps for your pet’s health and comfort.

FAQs

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

Urgent care is for medical concerns that require prompt attention but are not life-threatening. An emergency involves life-threatening conditions that require immediate medical care for survival.

Examples of life-threatening emergencies include:

Being hit by a car
Severe difficulty breathing
Inability to urinate
Excessive or uncontrolled bleeding
Abdominal bloating
Heat stroke, collapse or seizures

If you believe your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please immediately call one of the veterinary emergency services in our area or call our office at (484) 783-0087 so our team can assist you in getting to the facility that is best equipped to care for your pet’s critical needs.

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Is Patt Veterinary Hospital equipped to handle emergencies during regular hours?

In most cases, during our regular business hours, our medical team is equipped to provide urgent care. However, in some situations, we may recommend you take your pet directly to an emergency or specialty hospital. Certain emergencies require specialized staff or equipment. Please call ahead so we can prepare for your arrival or advise you on the best route for your pet’s situation.

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What if my pet needs hospitalization or surgery?

Our doctor will review all recommended treatment options with you and discuss treatment options. If specialty care or 24-hour monitoring is needed, we will coordinate a transfer to a trusted emergency or specialty hospital.

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What payment options do you accept?

We do not offer in-house payment plans. We accept major credit cards, cash, CareCredit, Trupanion and Scratchpay. Our team will review all estimates with you prior to treatment.

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Do you offer urgent care visits after business hours?

We do not offer urgent care visits outside of our regular business hours. If your pet needs care when we are closed, please contact a local emergency hospital such as: