Emergency Vets in Bluffton, SC

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List of Emergency Vets in Bluffton, SC

LOWCOUNTRY VETS AT OLD TOWN

ADDRESS: 168 Bluffton Road, Bluffton SC 29910
TEL: (843) 707-2211
So you want to take the absolute best care of your pet? At Lowcountry Vets, we are here to guide you on the clearest path to health and wellness for your four-legged friend. There can be many unforeseen complications for even the most experienced pet parents, making the need for quality veterinary care a valuable resource.

BLUFFTON VETERINARY HOSPITAL

ADDRESS: 21 Scott Way, Bluffton SC 29910
TEL: (843) 815-5898
Bluffton Veterinary Hospital is doing our best to help keep pets healthy during this time, as well as protect our staff and the general public. In the coming weeks, our protocols for appointments may change as regulations/recommendations are altered by the authorities.

COASTAL VETERINARY CLINIC

ADDRESS: 21 Buck Island Road, Bluffton SC 29910
TEL: (843) 757-1112
Coastal Veterianary Clinic in Bluffton, South Carolina is a full service companion animal hospital. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet. Our services and facilities are designed to assist in routine preventive care for young, healthy pets; early detection and treatment of disease as your pet ages; and complete medical and surgical care as necessary during his or her lifetime.

BUCKWALTER VETERINARY CLINIC

ADDRESS: 103 Buckwalter Place Boulevard, #102, Bluffton SC 29910
TEL: (843) 837-2733
At Buckwalter Veterinary Clinic, our mission is to provide high quality veterinary care with emphasis on exceptional client service, and patient care. Our professional veterinary team, combined with our top-of-the-line equipment ensures we can provide the best veterinary care to your beloved family members.
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Signs Your Pet Needs Emergency Care

Has your pet experienced some kind of trauma and in need in emergency care? Here are some of the signs to look when determining whether your pet needs an emergency vet:

  • Pale gums
  • Rapid breathing
  • Weak or rapid pulse
  • Change in body temperature
  • Difficulty standing
  • Apparent paralysis
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Seizures
  • Excessive bleeding

How to Handle Your Injured Pet

It is possible that your pet can act aggressively when they’ve been injured. It’s important to be careful how you handle them for their safety and your own.

For Dogs:

  • Be calm and go slow when approaching.
  • If your dog appears aggressive, get someone to help you.
  • Fashion a makeshift stretcher and carefully lift your dog onto it.
  • Support their neck and back as you move them in case of spinal injuries.

For Cats:

  • Cover your cats head gently with a towel, to prevent them from biting you.
  • Very carefully, lift your cat into its carrier or a box.
  • Support their neck and back as you move them in case of spinal injuries.

First Aid Treatment At Home

Depending on the situation, there are some actions you can take at home to stabilize your pet before transporting them to an emergency vet.

Bleeding:

  • If your pet is bleeding externally due to a trauma, apply pressure to the wound quickly and hold it there.
  • If possible, elevate the injury.

Choking:

  • If your pet is choking on a foreign object, put your fingers in their mouth and try to remove the blockage.
  • If you’re unable to remove the blockage, perform a modified version of the Heimlich maneuver by giving a sharp blow to their chest.

CPR:

  • If your pet is unconscious and unresponsive, you may need to perform CPR.
  • First, check if your pet is breathing and if they have a heartbeat. If you cannot find either, start chest compressions.
  • Perform 30 chest compressions followed by two rescue breaths. Repeat this until your pet starts breathing on their own again.
  • To give a rescue breath, close your pets mouth and extend their neck to open the airway. Place your mouth over your pets nose and exhale until you see your pets chest rise.
  • Check for a heartbeat every 2 minutes.
  • Continue giving your pet CPR until you reach an emergency vet.