What to do in a Pet Emergency

We provide local 24-hour emergency service for our regular clients . For Emergency Services after hours, please call the regular office number:

770-253-3416

When you call our number for emergency service after hours, you will reach the VoiceMail system for Dogwood Veterinary Hospital. Follow the instructions given in the recorded message. One of our veterinarians will be paged and will return your call promptly.

Do not panic. Remain calm.

Protect yourself from injury - pets in pain may scratch or bite. You may want to carefully wrap a large towel or blanket around your pet.

If there is a chance of back or neck injury, carefully place the pet on a stable flat surface, such as a wooden board, and minimize movement during transportation.

Apply direct pressure to any area with active bleeding.

In case of possible poisoning, seek immediate treatment and bring any product packaging with you to the veterinarian. Do not try to induce vomiting without medical advice.

Call Dogwood for information and instructions at (770) 253-3416
For your pet's safety, please post our number in a visible spot in your home. In some emergency situations, minutes may count.