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Emergency Veterinary Services Offered

At Edmonton West Animal Hospital, we offer a wide range of emergency veterinary services including critical care and triage, diagnostic and laboratory services, emergency surgery, and advanced pain management.

Although our practice has extended hours and is open 365 days of the year for your convenience, we are not a 24-hour pet emergency clinic. To allow ample time for all patients and scheduled surgical procedures, we operate primarily by appointment.

If a situation arises where you need to come in for an emergency situation or when you cannot make an appointment due to your busy schedule, do not worry as we accept walk-ins. Appointments are always preferred and will take precedence over walk-ins, but we realize the importance of having this option with people’s busy schedules.

With walk-ins, the owner should be aware that there may be a wait time to meet directly with the doctor. We’ll try our best to accommodate you on a walk-in basis but in fairness to our clients with appointments, we can make no promises that we will be able to fit you in all cases. We will triage patients first come on a first-come-first-serve basis, and we do not currently have assigned technical staff to complete patient triage based on symptoms/ signs.

We know pet emergencies can happen unexpectedly, however please call us ahead if possible so that we can better prepare ourselves in advance for immediate care. Our team is prepared to handle all types of issues, whether they be urgent or not. Our staff and doctors are highly trained in helping patients which require intensive care or emergency surgical care utilizing the latest technologies.

Walk-ins arriving less than 45 minutes before closing may be asked to go to 24 hour Emergency clinic if it is in your pet’s best interest.

Click here for informative pet safety tips that will help prevent certain emergencies in the future – please read them when you have the time, it may save your pet’s life.

When To Seek Emergency Vet Services

You hope that your pet never experiences a medical emergency, but the chances are that they will at some time in their life, especially if they go outside frequently. If and when it does happen, you want to know that your pet has fast and convenient access to the necessary treatment from a qualified and experienced veterinarian.

The Edmonton West Animal Hospital wants you to know that we are always available 7 days a week, 365 days a year when the unexpected occurs to your pet. Our hospital has a modern surgical suite on-site supported by a fully-equipped diagnostic lab, along with a highly trained staff of veterinarians and technicians ready to provide your pet with the very best in care.

If you notice signs of illness or injury, such as excessive bleeding or respiratory distress, it’s important to seek emergency veterinary services immediately.

Why Choose Our Emergency Vet Services In Edmonton, Alberta?

Choose our emergency vet services in Edmonton, Alberta for experienced and qualified veterinarians and technicians, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, compassionate and personalized care, efficient and prompt services, transparent communication and pricing.

Contact Us For Emergency Veterinary Services In Edmonton, Alberta

If there’s one thing we at Edmonton West Animal Hospital understand, it’s that pet emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. That’s why our experienced and compassionate veterinary team is here to provide your beloved companion with the best possible care during an emergency. From critical care and diagnostic services to advanced pain management and surgical procedures, we’re equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment to handle any situation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What emergency veterinary services are offered in Edmonton, Alberta?

We offer a range of services including emergency care for injuries and illnesses, critical care monitoring, diagnostics such as digital x-rays and ultrasounds, surgical procedures and intensive care support for pets in need.

Do I need an appointment to visit an ER vet clinic in Edmonton, Alberta?

No appointments are necessary at most emergency veterinary clinics in Edmonton Alberta since they operate on a walk-in basis to accommodate unexpected medical emergencies.

Can I expect longer wait times at an ER vet clinic compared to a traditional animal hospital?

Due to the nature of the cases seen at emergency veterinary clinics, there may be longer wait times than what is typically experienced at traditional animal hospitals or routine visits with your regular veterinarian where scheduled appointments allow for more structured timelines. Emergency veterinarians strive to see pets quickly while also prioritizing more severe cases first but ask that pet owners remain patient during high volume periods if possible.

We are accepting new clients, walk-ins and emergencies during regular business hours!
For emergency visits, please call ahead so our team will be ready for you