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Urgent Care

Available by appointment on Mondays and Wednesdays from 8am to 5pm. 

Urgent Care Services are unavailable from 12pm to 1pm for lunch.

Below is a list of conditions that warrant presentation at veterinary urgent care:

 

  • Mild to Moderate Lameness: Sudden limping or difficulty walking without any observed trauma.

  • Minor Wounds: Small cuts, abrasions, or puncture wounds not involving deep tissues or major organs.

  • Mild to Moderate Vomiting or Diarrhea: Without any accompanying severe symptoms, such as blood in the vomit or stool.

  • Mild Allergic Reactions: Swelling, hives, or itching without respiratory distress.

  • Ear Infections: Signs may include scratching at the ears, head shaking, or mild discharge.

  • Eye Discharge or Mild Redness: Without any traumatic injury or sudden blindness.

  • Skin Conditions: Rashes, mild bites, localized hair loss, or hot spots.

  • Urinary Issues: Difficulty urinating, increased frequency, or minor blood in the urine.

  • Upper Respiratory Infections: Mild coughing, sneezing, or nasal discharge.

  • Loss of Appetite: Refusing to eat for less than 24 hours without any other severe symptoms.

  • Behavioral Changes: Mild anxiety, slight disorientation, or other behavioral issues without acute distress or aggression.

  • Sudden Flea or Tick Infestation: Requires prompt treatment but not an emergency.

  • Constipation or Minor Digestive Upsets: Without severe pain or accompanying symptoms.

Please note that the Summit Urgent Care service does not replace the need for a primary care veterinarian. We do not provide nail trims, wellness exams, grooming appointments, health/travel certificates, or surgeries.

If you are unsure if your pet should be seen by Urgent Care or by our ER service, 

please call 253-983-1114.

About our department:

 The Urgent Care service is a same-day, appointment based service that serves as a bridge between your general practice veterinarian and our 24-hour Emergency and Critical Care Department. Our Urgent Care veterinarians treat conditions that are urgent, but not immediately life threatening. If your pet ultimately needs more advanced care and/or hospitalization, referral to the Emergency and Critical Care Service is available. 

For veterinarians seeking UC transfers or referrals:

We welcome transfers of patients that may require urgent care services. If you wish to transfer an urgent care patient directly from your hospital, we request that you contact the Urgent Care veterinarian on duty to discuss the case and arrange the transfer. 

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