Emergency Vets in Erie, CO

Looking for an emergency vet in Erie, CO? Search for your nearest animal hospital below.

List of Emergency Vets in Erie, CO

FOXTAIL PINES VETERINARY HOSPITAL

ADDRESS: 89 S. Briggs Street, Suite 101, Erie CO 80516
TEL:(720) 475-1320
We know that there is no “one size fits all” approach to veterinary medicine. That’s why we ensure a one-on-one approach instead. We learn about your and your pet’s lifestyles and needs. Is money no object, or is affordability of treatment a major factor in the decision process?

ERIE ANIMAL HOSPITAL

ADDRESS: 720 Austin Avenue, Suite 107, Erie CO 80516
TEL:(303) 828-0373
We are a full service veterinary hospital committed to keeping your family pet happy and healthy. We are proudly family owned and operated since 2001. We have set the standard for excellence in veterinary medicine by being AAHA accredited for over 10 years!

VISTA ANIMAL HOSPITAL

ADDRESS: 3200 Village Vista Drive, Erie CO 80516
TEL:(720) 466-1414
As a veterinarian, I understand that your pet is a member of your family. That’s why my team specializes in providing low-stress veterinary care in a calming, soothing setting for you and your pet.

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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.