Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital

Emergency Veterinarian

Emergency Veterinarian in Westwood & Pompton Lakes, NJ

As a pet owner, the overall health and well-being of your beloved companion is a top priority. Unfortunately, emergency incidents and unexpected ailments can occur, requiring pet owners to take immediate action.

Pet parents in need of immediate diagnosis and treatment for their pets should turn to us. Located in Westwood and Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, we serve pets and pet owners throughout the Tri-State area. Our team of trusted veterinarians specializes in emergency, trauma-based, and critical care protocols, ensuring your pet is in the most capable hands.

About Our Pet Urgent Care Services

Our staff provides immediate care to furry family members. Our hospitals are open year-round to accommodate untimely medical emergencies. To provide pet owners and their companions with the best care possible, our highly trained urgent care team uses the most advanced equipment and proven medical techniques.

Pet owners who trust our veterinary team to tend to their pet emergency can expect the following:

Comprehensive Animal Care

The veterinary team is ready to care for your pet, regardless of their needs and specific health considerations. Fully staffed and equipped to help you, we offer care for a variety of pet medical emergencies.

No matter if your concern is large or small, every pet receives the same level of care. Our pet urgent care center includes two treatment rooms, operating tables, and a surgical suite so our doctors can quickly care for emergencies in designated spaces. We also adhere to standards set by the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs to ensure the health and safety of pets and pet owners.

State-of-the-Art Equipment

Caring for a pet emergency requires an accurate diagnosis. To ensure your pet receives the appropriate type of care and treatment, we have access to the newest diagnostic and treatment tools. Our modern, state-of-the-art facility is equipped with on-site endoscopic technology, ultrasound and computed axial tomography (CAT) imaging, blood transfusion services(When Avaliable), and much more for precise diagnoses.

Highly Trained, Caring Team

Our team includes highly trained, dedicated individuals who specialize in responding to pet medical emergencies. We place a strong emphasis on education and employ only the most qualified veterinarians to handle emergency scenarios. Our team does everything possible to ease the pain and discomfort of patients and the worry of owners who love them. We care for every animal like they are our own.

Tiny kitten being examined by veterinarian
Multiple dogs playing together

Types of Emergency Veterinary Services We Offer

Our emergency veterinary team is qualified to provide patients with several urgent care services:

Endoscopy

This procedure involves a medical instrument with a camera (endoscope) being inserted through a natural opening in your pet’s body. The endoscope transmits a high-quality image to a computer monitor for the doctor to interpret your pet’s condition. An endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to evaluate your pet’s crucial organs, such as:

  • Esophagus
  • Stomach
  • Intestines
  • Urinary system
  • Trachea
  • Lungs
  • Nasal cavity

Doctors also may perform an endoscopy to evaluate the inside of body cavities, including the abdomen (laparoscopy) or chest (thoracoscopy).

Surgery

Due to severe trauma or other serious symptoms, your pet may require emergency medical care involving surgical procedures. The exact signs or symptoms indicating that your animal needs surgery will vary. Emergency veterinarians will determine the best course of action after conducting a thorough assessment. Highly trained Veterinarians perform all emergency surgical procedures to ensure the highest level of care.

CAT Scan

To get a better understanding of your pet’s condition, veterinarians may administer a CAT scan. This procedure offers better differentiation of bones and soft tissues compared to other imaging techniques, such as X-rays. Pets undergoing a CAT scan are anesthetized so they remain still for the procedure. Veterinarians confirm a pet is healthy enough to undergo such a procedure by conducting an in-depth medical examination.

Oxygen Therapy

Pets who arrive at our facility with difficulties breathing may be given oxygen therapy. This oxygen is stored in a portable tank and provides pets with increased air for stability during tests, surgery, or recovery. Pet’s oxygen levels are continuously monitored to ensure they remain stabilized.

Signs of a Pet Emergency

Whether due to an accident, an urgent symptom of a past injury, or the result of a hereditary condition, there are many reasons pets need emergency services. Pet owners need to be prepared for unexpected crises. This entails being familiar with the signs of a pet emergency, such as:

  • Difficulty breathing
  • Sudden changes in behavior
  • Severe bleeding
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Repeated vomiting
  • Lameness or inability to walk
  • Seizures
  • Loss of balance, staggering, or stumbling
  • Trouble urinating or defecating
  • Blood in vomit, urine, or feces
  • Bloated, swollen, or painful abdomen
  • Open wounds or broken bones

Pet owners who suspect their companion is experiencing a medical emergency should seek veterinary care right away.

Emergency Process

In the event of an emergency, every second counts. Our hospitals do not require pet owners to make an appointment ahead of receiving immediate care. Instead, we ask only that clients call in advance for emergency visits. This will allow our team to better prepare for your arrival.

We understand that not every emergency scenario allows you to give advance notice. If the emergency your pet is experiencing is urgent, please head straight to our facility.

Fees

Pet owners often wonder what their expenses may include. While not every visit will involve every service, common costs include:

  • Care and monitoring by veterinarians, specially trained staff, and technicians
  • Blood transfusion (When Available)
  • In-house complete diagnostic lab for immediate test results
  • Fluid Therapy
  • Oxygen cages, oxygen therapy, and support
  • Emergency Surgery
  • EKG
  • Endoscopy
  • Digital radiography and ultrasound
  • CAT scan
  • Hospitalization

Seek Emergency Veterinary Care in Westwood & Pompton Lakes, NJ

For pet owners, knowing there is a reliable emergency veterinarian available brings tremendous peace of mind. Located in Westwood and Pompton Lakes, New Jersey, we serve pets and pet owners across the Tri-State area. Our highly trained veterinary professionals offer comprehensive care for several pet medical emergencies. For more information regarding important medical forms or our emergency services, contact us today.

Service Available At:

Westwood

  • 346 Kinderkamack Rd.
    Westwood, NJ 07675
  • 201-885-5040
  • Monday to Sunday: 9 AM to 10 PM

Pompton

  • 9 Cannonball Rd. Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
  • 973-835-4774
  • Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 8 PM
    Friday: 12 PM – 9 PM
    Saturday: 10 AM – 2 PM
    Sunday: Closed