Learn where you can obtain animal emergency care before you need emergency care! Make sure to call ahead before you go for emergency care.

Emergency Transport: Do not try to approach or handle an injured animal in a hurried manner. Any injured animal may bite without warning! If you suspect serious injuries, gently slide your pet onto a board, blanket or makeshift stretcher for transport.

Burns: Most burns require a veterinarian's attention. If a burn is mild, apply cold water or ice. Cover serious burns with fabric and take your pet to a veterinarian. Do not apply ointments or other home remedies.

Choking: Be careful to avoid being bitten. Hold your pet upside down. Apply pressure to the chest of a cat or just behind the ribs of a dog to attempt to dislodge the object. If pet is unconscious, attempt to remove any visible objects from the throat with a blunt instrument. If these methods fail, rush your pet to the veterinarian.

Fractures: Control any serious bleeding by applying pressure. Never use a tourniquet. Keep any wounds clean. Do not try to set the bone. Restrict your pet's movements and go to your veterinarian.

Poisoning: Call your veterinarian. Be able to describe the signs your pet is showing and what Poseidon was contacted. Follow the doctor's advice on whether or not to induce vomiting. Proceed to your veterinarian for continued care, if needed.