Urgent Veterinary Care

24 Hour Emergency Care in South Plainfield

If your pet needs urgent or emergency care, contact one of the 24 hour emergency vets below:

What is Urgent Care?

When your pet is unwell, injured, or displaying unusual or concerning behavior, it can be difficult to determine whether you need to seek immediate emergency veterinary care or if you can schedule an urgent care visit with your primary care vet.

Urgent care differs from emergency care in that it focuses on serious but non-life-threatening conditions. While these conditions likely need prompt attention, they do not require immediate intervention to save your pet's life.

At Plainfield Animal Hospital, we offer limited urgent veterinary care by appointment during our regular office hours, as our schedule allows. If you are unsure of what care your pet needs, please call us. We can help direct you.

Urgent Veterinary Care FAQs

Have questions about urgent care appointments at Plainfield Animal Hospital? Find out more about our availability, the conditions we treat, and what to expect when your pet needs prompt veterinary attention.

• Can I bring my pet in without an appointment?

  No, we ask that you call our clinic before bringing your pet in for urgent care. We do not accept walk-in urgent care patients. Our team will ask about your pet's symptoms, review appointment availability, and help determine the most appropriate next steps.

  If we cannot see your pet in a timely manner, we may recommend seeking care at one of the emergency veterinary hospitals listed above.

• Can my pet be seen by a veterinarian the same day?

  Same-day appointments may be available for cats and dogs experiencing illness or other urgent health concerns. Appointments are offered during regular clinic hours and depend on our veterinarians' schedules and availability.

  Our clinic is not equipped to provide immediate, life-saving emergency treatment. Please contact us before visiting so we can assess your pet's situation and confirm whether we can accommodate them.

• What are your hours for urgent care appointments?

  We offer urgent care appointments during our regular operating hours when a veterinarian is available. Our clinic hours are:

  • Monday:08:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Tuesday:08:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Wednesday:08:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Thursday:08:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Friday:08:00 am - 08:00 pm
  • Saturday:08:00 am - 04:00 pm
  • Sunday:09:00 am - 04:00 pm

  Appointments are not guaranteed, so please call ahead before coming to the clinic. If your pet needs immediate emergency treatment, contact one of the emergency veterinary hospitals listed above.

• What symptoms should prompt an urgent vet visit?

  Some illnesses and injuries should be assessed promptly, even when they do not appear life-threatening. Depending on the severity of your pet's symptoms, urgent veterinary care may be appropriate for concerns such as:

  • Upset stomach, vomiting, or diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite or unusual thirst
  • Minor cuts, scrapes, or skin irritation
  • Ear discomfort, infections, or excessive scratching
  • Mild limping, stiffness, or signs of pain
  • Red, watery, or irritated eyes
  • Mild coughing, sneezing, or nasal discharge
  • Changes in bathroom habits
  • Low energy or unusual behaviour

  Because symptoms can vary in severity, please call our team to discuss what your pet is experiencing before visiting.

  Serious symptoms such as difficulty breathing, uncontrolled bleeding, collapse, seizures, suspected poisoning, or an inability to urinate require immediate emergency veterinary attention.

• How quickly can my pet get an urgent care appointment?

  Appointment availability depends on how busy our clinic is and which veterinarians are available that day. Although we try to accommodate pets with urgent medical concerns as soon as possible, same-day appointments may not always be available.

  Calling ahead allows our team to review your pet's symptoms and provide guidance on appointment availability. If your pet cannot safely wait for an appointment, we may recommend an emergency veterinary hospital instead.

• Can my pet stay at your clinic overnight?

  We do not offer overnight hospitalization or veterinary monitoring at Plainfield Animal Hospital. Pets requiring continued medical supervision outside our regular hours may need to be transferred to an emergency or specialty veterinary facility. Our team can discuss appropriate referral options if overnight care is necessary.

• Which pets can receive urgent care at your clinic?

  Plainfield Animal Hospital offers urgent veterinary appointments for dogs and cats experiencing illnesses, minor injuries, or other health concerns that need timely attention. All urgent care visits are subject to veterinarian availability and must be arranged by calling our clinic in advance.