The Emergency Vets’ Veterinary Blog

As a dog owner, it’s important to learn everything you can about illnesses that may affect your pet. One of the potential diseases you need to know about is dog pneumonia. You may be surprised to learn that dogs can…

Do you suspect that your dog may have eaten some weed, or do you know she did? Have you ever asked yourself, “what happens if my dog ate weed?” Ingestion of marijuana can be very dangerous to dogs, and it’s…

Is there a chance your dog has ingested antifreeze? Did you see her do so, or do you think there’s a strong possibility? If so, it’s crucial that you learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of antifreeze poisoning….

If you’re a cat owner, you may already be aware that cats are prone to developing UTIs (urinary tract infections). But if you’ve never owned a cat before or you’ve had the good luck to avoid UTIs in cats in…

Has your dog been wheezing? Are you worried about why? Dog wheezing is not a normal behavior, and your dog may be sick if she is wheezing badly. There are other potential cases of this symptom too, however, and it’s…

If you’ve ever seen your dog faint, you probably already recognize just how scary this can be. Fainting is frightening in any animal (and in humans, too) but it’s upsetting to see your dog suddenly pass out. However, dog fainting…

Are you worried that your dog could have a fever? If so, you might want to find out more about how you can tell. There are several signs you should be on the lookout for when trying to determine whether…

If you live in an area where snakes are common, you may worry about your dog being bitten by a snake. Even a dog who only spends time in the backyard is at risk of being bitten by a snake…

Do you live in Atlanta, Georgia? Do you have a pet? If so, you should brush up on some of the most common pet emergencies in this part of the country. The more you know about these emergencies, the easier…