Urgent Care Pet Clinic
Urgent Care Pet Clinic is a general practice practice in San Diego, CA.
About
Urgent Care Pet Clinic specializes in after-hours urgent care for dogs and cats, addressing non-life-threatening but urgent conditions. The clinic offers same-day surgeries, including pyometra surgery, laceration repair, gastrointestinal surgery, and foxtail removals. On-site diagnostics such as digital X-ray, lab testing, and ultrasound are available to facilitate rapid diagnosis and treatment.
This clinic provides immediate access to veterinary care when regular veterinarians are unavailable, bridging the gap between primary care and 24-hour specialty hospitals. Serving the Greater San Diego area, including La Jolla, Clairemont, and Mission Valley, they welcome walk-ins and aim to see pets within 15 minutes for conditions like vomiting, wounds, infections, and minor fractures.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of urgent conditions does Urgent Care Pet Clinic treat?
- Urgent Care Pet Clinic treats non-life-threatening but urgent problems in dogs and cats. These include vomiting/diarrhea, wounds and lacerations, limping or pain, ear/eye infections, allergic reactions, heat stress, urinary issues, coughing/difficulty breathing (stable), and minor fractures. They also address persistent vomiting or diarrhea, minor cuts, laboured breathing, sudden allergic reactions, eye infections, insect bites, coughing, and minor burns.
- What diagnostic capabilities are available at Urgent Care Pet Clinic?
- Urgent Care Pet Clinic is equipped with on-site diagnostics to provide rapid results. These capabilities include digital X-ray, lab testing, and ultrasound access. Specifically, they offer in-house CBC, chemistry panels, pancreatitis testing, and radiology consults to assist in diagnosing and acting on conditions the same day.
- Does Urgent Care Pet Clinic perform same-day surgeries?
- Yes, Urgent Care Pet Clinic offers same-day surgeries for urgent needs. These procedures include laceration repairs, exploratory surgeries, gastrointestinal surgery, and foxtail removals. They also perform emergency pyometra surgery, which involves removing the infected uterus and ovaries, providing a definitive cure for this critical uterine infection.
- Who are the veterinarians at Urgent Care Pet Clinic?
- The veterinary team includes Dr. Vidhya Pandi and Dr. Sarah Roberts. Dr. Pandi has over 20 years of experience in small animal and emergency medicine, having graduated from UCSD and the Royal Veterinary College. Dr. Roberts, a graduate of Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and the University of Tennessee, has a special interest in internal medicine and oncology cases.
- How quickly can pets be seen at Urgent Care Pet Clinic?
- Urgent Care Pet Clinic aims for pets to be seen quickly, often within 15 minutes of arrival. They offer same-day urgent visits and welcome walk-ins during clinic hours. A trained team member performs a quick triage of symptoms to advise on immediate care or same-day appointments, and completing an online intake form can speed up the check-in process.
Contact & hours
Address
8915 Towne Centre Dr Suite 110
San Diego
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