Emergency Veterinary Care in Lawndale, CA

When should I see an urgent care vet?

Pets should go to urgent care for problems needing immediate medical attention, even if they are not life-threatening:

• Upset stomach (diarrhea or vomiting)
• Swollen or bloated belly
• Difficulty with bowel movements (constipation)
• Signs of dehydration
• Itchy skin or unusual rashes
• Treating wounds and injuries
• Unexplained hair loss
• Limping or general discomfort
• Overgrown nails
• Excessive scooting
• Eye issues (tearing, redness, discharge)
• Laceration Repair
• Ear infections
• Pale or discolored gums
• Changes in appetite (eating too little or too much)
• Cuts, scrapes, and abrasions
• Runny nose, coughing, or sneezing
• Pests like worms, fleas, ticks, or mites
• Blood in urine or urinary issues
• Ingesting toxins or harmful foods
• Swallowing foreign objects (toys, rawhide, etc.)

Please call our veterinary team so we can provide the best course of action for your furry family member.

If your pet requires a service that we cannot provide, we’ll refer you to an appropriate 24-hour emergency animal hospital. Please call our office now for help.

After Hours Pet Emergencies

During business hours, please call us immediately at Animal Hospital of South Bay, Lawndale for any pet emergencies so that we may recommend the best course of action for your pet.

Outside our business hours, we recommend you contact the following emergency animal hospital(s) in the Lawndale, CA area.

Tests & Diagnostics

During your pet’s visit, we provide the highest-quality care and attention. All hospitalized patients are kept in a specialized treatment area where they are closely monitored.

Our vet team is skilled in offering surgical, diagnostic, and medical care while working with compassion and efficiency to best assist your pet.

We offer the latest diagnostics and testing for our emergency need patients at our urgent care veterinary clinic, including:

• Blood Analysis. A blood analysis can help us determine what is wrong with your dog or cat if they are experiencing an unknown illness or have ingested a toxic substance.
• X-rays. X-rays help us determine what kind of internal injuries your pet might be experiencing after a fight or accident involving a car.
• Surgery. Sometimes pets need to be brought into surgery to repair internal injuries.
• Fracture Repair. We set broken bones / fractures for animals to help them heal quickly and properly. Your pet's veterinarian will also help relieve your pet's pain during the healing process.
• Medication. Medicines may be necessary to help your pet recover from a medical emergency or illness. We keep a range of pet medication on hand to ensure that your pet's needs are covered.

For more information on our emergency vet services or to book an appointment, please call our office as soon as possible.

Conditions Requiring Emergency Care

• Not eating or drinking for more than two days
• Weak or rapid pulse
• Choking
• Bloating
• Difficulty breathing
• Fall from a height
• Difficulty giving birth
• Serious trauma (hit by a car)
• Loss of consciousness
• Repeated seizures
• Paralysis
• Excessive or hard-to-control bleeding