Care Sheet: Pet Emergency Signs

Some symptoms mean your pet needs a vet straight away. If you see any of the following, contact a vet immediately.

Go to a vet now if your pet has

• Difficulty breathing, or blue or very pale gums

• Collapse, seizures or sudden weakness

• A swollen, hard belly with retching but nothing coming up (especially in large dogs)

• Heavy bleeding that does not stop with gentle pressure

• Swallowed poison, medicine, chocolate or a foreign object

• Been hit by a vehicle or had a fall, even if they seem fine

• Straining to pass urine with little or nothing coming out (especially male cats)

• Repeated vomiting or diarrhoea, especially with blood

• Signs of heatstroke: heavy panting, drooling, wobbliness

While you get help

• Stay calm and keep your pet as still and quiet as possible.

• Do not give human medicines. Many are toxic to pets.

• Bring any packaging of what your pet may have eaten.

• Call ahead so the team can prepare.

Questions? Blue Cross Vets Clinic, G Block 115/116, Sector 12, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, is open every day from 10am to 7pm. WhatsApp us at +91 81690 67671.