Urgent Care for Pets at Etowah Animal Hospital
When your pet isn’t feeling their best, you need a veterinary team you can trust to respond quickly and compassionately. At Etowah Animal Hospital, we provide urgent care and emergency veterinary services during our regular business hours.
We understand that illnesses and injuries don’t happen on a schedule. That’s why we do everything possible to make sure your pet is seen and cared for, even when appointments are full.
How Our Urgent Care Works
If your pet is experiencing an urgent issue during business hours, please call us first at to speak with a member of our team. Calling first allows our team to:
- Triage Your Pet—This allows us to understand and prepare for your pet's needs as well as evaluate if their condition is better treated at a local emergency practice.
- Evaluate Availability—When possible we will work to get you and your in on the same day, either as a scheduled appointment or a day admissions evaluation.
- Prepare for Your Arrival—If your pet is able to be treated at Etowah Animal Hospital calling ahead allows our team to prepare for your arrival and get ready to treat your pet.
Our team will evaluate and treat your pet in between appointments, ensuring they’re not left waiting for care. While here, your pet will rest comfortably in one of our Casco Pet WellKennels, designed to reduce stress and maintain a controlled, comfortable climate.
Even when we’re fully booked, your pet’s health remains our priority. We’re dedicated to offering care options whenever possible or recommend local alternative care options when it is not.
Signs Your Pet May Need Urgent Care
If your pet is showing any of the following symptoms, they may need immediate attention:
- Coughing, sneezing, or labored breathing
- Ear redness, odor, itching, or discharge
- Limping, whining, or reluctance to move
- Lethargy or sudden drop in energy levels
- Refusal to eat or drink
- Vomiting or diarrhea
- Changes in urination or bowel habits
- Hot spots, skin irritation, or excessive scratching
- Sudden behavioral changes or signs of pain
If you’re unsure whether your pet’s condition is an emergency, it’s always safest to call. Our team can advise you on the next steps and prepare for your arrival.
After-Hours and Emergency Support
Etowah Animal Hospital does not provide overnight or after hourse emergency care, but we will always do our best to stabilize your pet and ensure they are comfortable and safe. If further care is needed after hours, we can help coordinate a transfer to a trusted emergency facility such as North Georgia Veterinary Emergency Center (NWGVEC), so your pet receives continuous attention.
Recommended Emergency Clinics
Please check with each practice to confirm their hours.
North Georgia Veterinary Emergency Center (NWGVEC)
111 John Maddox Drive, Rome, GA 30165
(706) 204-8425
Dogwood Veterinary Specialty and Emergency
1234 Powers Ferry Common SE, Marietta, GA 30067
(404) 609-1234
Veterinary Care and Specialty Group (VCSG)
3201 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37408
(423) 591-0270
Compassionate, Local Veterinary Care When You Need It Most
At Etowah Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be your locally-owned, community-focused veterinary team. Whether it’s a sudden illness or a minor injury, you can count on us to provide the best possible medical care and heartfelt service.
Opening Spring 2026! If your pet is in need of urgent or emergency veterinary care please contact one of our recommended providers.