Urgent Care

Urgent Veterinary Care for Your Pet

At Rustburg Veterinary Clinic, our primary focus is on preventive and wellness care—helping your pets stay healthy through routine exams, vaccinations, and ongoing care. However, we understand that unexpected illnesses and injuries can happen, and when they do, our team will do our best to work in urgent care cases during regular business hours.

While many urgent concerns can be addressed here, some situations may require more advanced or around-the-clock care. In those cases, we will refer you to a trusted emergency clinic to ensure your pet receives the immediate treatment they need.

When to Seek Urgent Care

Pets may need urgent veterinary attention for issues such as:

Allergic reactions
High fever
Straining or difficulty urinating
Blood in the urine
Frequent vomiting or diarrhea
Sudden changes in bathroom habits
Limping, wounds, or broken nails

If your pet is showing any of these signs—or other concerning symptoms—don’t wait. Call us right away so we can help determine the best next step.

Injuries that warrant pet urgent care include wounds such as a broken toenail, limping, or lacerations. If your cat or dog experiences any of these injuries or shows signs of distress, seeking veterinary care as quickly as possible is essential to ensure your pet’s well-being.

Our team at Rustburg Veterinary Clinic is prepared to rapidly diagnose and provide timely treatment for your pet’s condition.

Daytime Urgent Care at Rustburg Veterinary Clinic

If your pet needs urgent care during our regular business hours, please call ahead so we can confirm appointment availability and determine whether your pet’s condition should be referred to an emergency clinic. No matter the situation, our team will guide you through the next steps and ensure your furry friend receives the timely, compassionate care they need.

Immediate and Compassionate Veterinary Attention

Prompt and attentive care is essential when your beloved cat or dog experiences a sudden illness or injury. At Rustburg Veterinary Clinic, we understand the importance of having a reliable place for pet urgent care.

Our team is prepared to provide immediate treatment for cats or dogs who are sick or injured during our regular business hours. We prioritize urgent cases and strive to accommodate them swiftly. We also understand pet urgent care can cause pet parents to be worried or anxious, and we will be here to support you throughout your pet’s exam and treatment.

If your pet’s urgent care needs surpass our immediate ability to treat them, we may refer you to an emergency hospital that will be able to provide the care they need—so you can rest assured, we’ll make sure your furry friend receives the compassionate veterinary attention they need.

When Your Pet Is Sick

Particular cat or dog illnesses may require urgent care to ensure your pet’s well-being.
These are examples that demand urgent veterinary attention:Particular cat or dog illnesses may require urgent care to ensure your pet’s well-being.
These are examples that demand urgent veterinary attention:

Allergic reactions
High fever
Straining to urinate
Bloody urine
Urinating inside the house or outside the litter box
Frequent vomiting or diarrhea

Prompt intervention is crucial for a successful outcome. If your cat or dog shows signs of these or any other alarming symptoms, it is vital to seek urgent veterinary care. Our team at Rustburg Veterinary Clinic is ready to diagnose and treat your pet’s condition promptly.

Daytime Pet Urgent Care at Rustburg Veterinary Clinic

Call us now if your cat or dog requires daytime pet urgent care during our regular business hours. Whether your pet needs treatment for an illness or injury, you and your beloved companion will receive unparalleled support and expertise every step of the way.