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Emergency Care

When every second counts, our team is ready to treat injuries, illness, or sudden changes in behavior.

Emergency Care: Life-Saving Treatment When Every Second Counts

Pet emergencies can happen at any time, and when they do, you need a team that’s ready to act fast. Our hospital is equipped to handle life-threatening emergencies with speed, skill, and compassion, giving your pet the critical care they need when they need it most.

What Is a Pet Emergency?

A veterinary emergency is any sudden, severe condition that threatens your pet’s life or well-being. Call us immediately if your pet experiences:

  • Difficulty breathing

  • Unconsciousness or seizures

  • Hit by a car or major trauma

  • Uncontrolled bleeding

  • Bloating with retching (a sign of GDV)

  • Ingestion of toxins (e.g., chocolate, medications, household products)

  • Severe pain or distress

These conditions require immediate medical attention. Our experienced team is trained in rapid triage, diagnostics, and stabilization to begin treatment as soon as your pet arrives.

What Emergency Services Do We Provide?

Our emergency care includes:

  • Oxygen therapy and airway support

  • IV fluids and medication

  • Digital X-rays and in-house lab work

  • Wound care and trauma stabilization

  • Emergency surgery (as needed)

  • Pain management and monitoring

We maintain a fully equipped treatment area designed for fast, coordinated care, and we’ll keep you informed every step of the way.

What to Do If Your Pet Has an Emergency

  1. Stay calm.

  2. Call us immediately so we can prepare for your arrival.

  3. Follow any first-aid instructions provided over the phone.

  4. Transport your pet safely and directly to our hospital.

If we’re closed, we’ll refer you to a trusted 24/7 emergency facility nearby.


Your pet’s life is precious, and every second counts in an emergency. We’re here when you need us most.

💙 Whether it’s a checkup, questions, or care needs, visit us—we’re here to be your partner in your pet’s health.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below you can find answers to some commonly asked questions here at Mellina Animal Hospital.

Yes, Mellina Animal Hospital will declaw cats. But there are requirements that have to be met in order for us to do so. Please call us for further details.

In most cases, you can just give the dose at the time you realize you forgot to give it. You can pick it up monthly at that new date, or if it has only been a couple of weeks, you can give the next dose on your normal day of the month. If it has been more than a couple of months since you have given your pet their heartworm prevention, please contact Mellina Animal Hospital for further instructions. This is a test

Yes, we do full-service grooming by appointment only and basic grooming like bath, medicated baths, ear cleaning, expressing analysis glands, and nail trims.

Yes, we do offer boarding. To learn more about boarding at Mellina Animal Hospital, please check out our services section.

Mellina Animal Hospital's hours are: Mon-Fri: 7AM - 5:30PM, Sat: 8AM - 12PM, Closed 12:00-1:30 on Tuesdays.

Yes, appointments are preferred. Mellina Animal Hospital recommends you schedule an appointment by calling our number on the website.