If Your Pet Needs Urgent Care
We do our best to accommodate urgent cases during our regular business hours. However, if your pet is experiencing a serious or life-threatening emergency, we recommend heading directly to a nearby emergency veterinary hospital for immediate care.
If you're unsure whether your pet's condition requires urgent attention, please call us first. Our team can help assess the situation and guide you on the best next steps.
Emergency Support Beyond Business Hours
For after-hours care, please contact one of our trusted neighboring emergency hospitals. These facilities are equipped with advanced technology and staffed by professionals experienced in urgent and critical care. Most importantly, they’ll keep us updated on your pet’s condition, ensuring a smooth transition for any necessary follow-up care at Newport Veterinary Hospital.
If you’re unsure whether your pet needs urgent medical attention, keep an eye out for the following warning signs — they may indicate a serious health risk:
- Trouble breathing or labored respiration
- Inability to urinate or have a bowel movement
- Loss of consciousness or unresponsiveness
- Diarrhea lasting more than 24 hours
- Presence of blood in urine or stool
- Swollen or unusually warm abdomen
- Suspected ingestion of a toxic substance (e.g., rat poison, antifreeze, household cleaners, or unprescribed medication)
- Signs of severe pain such as whining, hiding, trembling, or excessive crying
If you're ever unsure about the severity of your pet’s condition, don’t hesitate to call our professional team — it’s always better to ask. We’re trained to handle these situations, and there's never a reason to feel embarrassed when your pet’s health is at stake. If your pet needs urgent care in Rock Hill, SC, we strongly encourage you to call ahead, even if it’s while you're on the way. This helps us prepare and ensure timely care, especially during busy hours or when other appointments are in progress.
After-hours Emergency Locations:
Carolina Veterinary Specialists of Charlotte
Carolina Veterinary Specialist of Rock Hill
