How do you know if your pet is having an emergency? Here are some tips to help you identify an emergency situation with your pet.
Pet-related emergencies come in all shapes and sizes. You know your pet best! If your pet isn’t acting right, please give us a call. We would be happy to help determine whether your pet should be seen right away. If your pet has any of the following symptoms, please contact your family veterinarian or AES right away. We are open 24/7/365 to answer your emergency questions and concerns: 425.827.8727.
Below is a table of symptoms that may be a sign of an emergency health issue:
| Uncontrolled bleeding | Collapse |
| Breathing problems | Seizures |
| Sudden weakness | Trauma |
| Bloated/distended abdomen | Possible poisoning |
| Unexplained lethargy | Heatstroke |
| Allergic reaction | Loss of balance |
| Difficulty birthing | Injury |
| Excessive vomiting | Fever |
| Persistent diarrhea | Pain |
| Inability to urinate | Eye changes/injury |
| Inability to defecate | Lameness |
| Painful abdomen | Diabetic complications |
