Prompt Care When Your Pet Needs It Most

When your pet isn’t feeling well or something unexpected happens, timely care is essential. At West Niagara Animal Hospital, we provide urgent veterinary care during regular business hours to address sudden illnesses and injuries with compassion and efficiency.

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Our Approach

Supportive, Timely Care for Urgent Situations

We prioritize urgent cases during clinic hours and work quickly to stabilize your pet, determine the cause of concern, and begin appropriate treatment.

What We Treat

Urgent care visits may include vomiting or diarrhea, sudden pain or lameness, wounds, infections, allergic reactions, or other unexpected changes in your pet’s health.

After-Hours Emergencies

For emergencies outside of our regular hours, please contact Niagara Veterinary Emergency Clinic at (905) 641-3185.

What to Expect

When you arrive, our team will assess your pet’s condition and determine the most appropriate course of action. Diagnostics and treatment plans are discussed with you so you can make informed decisions.

Urgent Care Questions, Answered

Here are some common questions about urgent and emergency care at West Niagara Animal Hospital.

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What qualifies as an urgent care visit?

Any sudden change in your pet’s health that cannot wait for a routine appointment may be considered urgent. If you’re unsure, we encourage you to call the clinic for guidance.

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Do I need an appointment for urgent care?

We recommend calling ahead whenever possible so our team can prepare for your arrival and advise on next steps.

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What if my pet needs overnight care?

If overnight monitoring or intensive care is required, we will refer you to a nearby emergency facility and coordinate care as needed.