During business hours, Shaker Heights Animal Hospital will make every effort possible to assist you with any emergency your pet may experience.
If possible, please call in advance of your arrival so we can properly prepare and ensure we are equipped for your emergency.
Should we be unable to assist, we can help guide you to an appropriate emergency hospital.
After Hours Emergency Care
For after hours emergency care, please contact any of the following 24 hour emergency facilities:
Metropolitan Veterinary Hospital Cleveland East
440-673-3483
734 Alpha Drive
Highland Heights, OH 44143
When to Seek Emergency Care for Your PET
The easiest answer as to whether you should seek emergency care for your pet is when you feel his or her medical condition is serious and cannot wait. However, the following general situations should help you determine if you need to seek emergency care for your cat or dog:
- Difficulty breathing
- Acute abdominal swelling
- Electric shock
- Excessive vomiting or diarrhea
- Bleeding
- Exhibits symptoms of heat stroke
- Seizures
- Sudden onset of weakness
- High or low temperature (more than 104 or less than 100 degrees)
- Unable to urinate or defecate
If in doubt, please do not hesitate to contact us.
