Pet Sick Visits

When your pet isn’t feeling well, you shouldn’t have to wait for help. Hartwood Animal Hospital offers a limited number same day sick appointments for non life threatening concerns, giving you quick answers and comfort when you need it most.

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Pet Sick Visits

Our team evaluates issues like vomiting, diarrhea, limping, minor injuries, and sudden behavior changes, and provides prompt treatment to help your pet feel better fast.

When to Schedule a Sick Visit for Your Pet

You may want to schedule a sick visit if your pet is experiencing:

Urinary issues (straining, blood in urine)
Possible toxin or foreign object ingestion
Bite wounds
Parasites (fleas, mites, sudden itching)
Ear or eye infections
Sudden behavior changes
Coughing or sneezing
Dehydration or excessive drinking
Vomiting or diarrhea
Cuts, abrasions, or abscesses
Mild pain or limping
Rash, hives, or facial swelling
Scooting
Overgrown or broken nails

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If your pet is experiencing a life threatening emergency—such as severe breathing difficulty, collapse, seizures, or major trauma—call us immediately at 540 356 3092. During regular hours, our team is equipped to provide lifesaving care.

If you’re unsure how urgent your pet’s symptoms are, call our team. A registered veterinary technician will help guide your next steps.

Pet Sick Visits FAQs

What’s the difference between same-day sick visits and an emergency?

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Same-day sick visits are for issues that need prompt attention but aren’t life threatening. Emergencies require immediate, lifesaving treatment.

Examples of emergencies include:

Being hit by a car
Severe breathing difficulty
Inability to urinate
Uncontrolled bleeding
Abdominal bloating
Collapse or seizures

If you suspect an emergency, call 540 356 3092 right away.

Is Hartwood Animal Hospital equipped for emergencies?

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Yes. During business hours, our medical team can provide emergency and lifesaving care. Please call before arriving so we can prepare.

What if my pet needs hospitalization or surgery?

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Your doctor will review treatment options and next steps. If specialty surgery or 24 hour monitoring is needed, we’ll help coordinate a transfer to a trusted emergency or specialty hospital.

Can I drop my pet off for same day care?

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We offer a limited number of drop off appointments each day. Call us to check availability and review instructions.

What payment options do you accept?

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We accept major credit cards, checks, cash, CareCredit, and Scratchpay. We do not offer in house payment plans. All treatment estimates are reviewed with you before any care is provided.

How do I schedule a same-day sick appointment?

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Call Hartwood Animal Hospital at 540 356 3092 to check same day availability for non life threatening concerns.

Do you offer sick visits after hours?

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We do not offer urgent care outside regular business hours. If your pet needs care when we are closed, please contact a local urgent care or emergency facility, such as:

VVC Fredericksburg 1301 Central Park Blvd Fredericksburg, VA 540 372 3470