Emergency Vet Services

Emergency Veterinary Care When Every Second Matters

When your pet or horse faces a medical emergency, waiting is not an option. At Callaghan Road Animal Hospital, we provide urgent veterinary care with the speed, experience, and compassion your animals deserve. From household pets to horses, our team responds quickly to critical situations, offering both in-clinic treatment and mobile equine emergency support when transportation may not be safe or possible.

We understand how overwhelming emergencies can be for animal owners. That’s why we focus on rapid response, gentle handling, and skilled medical care designed to stabilize your animal and begin treatment immediately.

Our emergency services include:

• Immediate care for sick or injured pets and horses
• Mobile equine emergency response for barns, ranches, and properties
• Experienced veterinarians trained in urgent and critical cases
• Sedation support for anxious, stressed, or injured animals
• Compassionate handling combined with advanced medical treatment
• Fast evaluations and treatment planning to reduce complications

If your animal is in distress, don’t delay care. Early intervention can prevent a manageable issue from becoming life-threatening.

Emergency Situations That Require Immediate Veterinary Attention

Medical emergencies can happen without warning, and animals often hide signs of pain until conditions become severe. If your pet or horse is experiencing any of the following symptoms, contact our veterinary team immediately.

Common pet and equine emergencies include:

• Severe bleeding, trauma, or injuries
• Difficulty breathing, choking, or respiratory distress
• Colic symptoms in horses
• Sudden lameness or inability to stand
• Suspected poisoning or toxic ingestion
• Seizures or loss of consciousness
• Heatstroke or hypothermia
• Extreme pain, swelling, or signs of distress
• Digestive problems or severe dehydration

Why Choose Callaghan Road Animal Hospital

Since 2010, our family-owned practice has been serving pets with over 20 years of combined veterinary experience. Here's what sets us apart during emergency situations:

• Staff that treats every patient with a gentle touch
• Specialized veterinarians for emergency cases requiring sedation
• Free estimates provided within 24 hours
• Bilingual services available (English and Spanish)
• Boarding and grooming options for extended care

We combine advanced medical capabilities with genuine compassion for your pet.

Contact Us

When your pet faces a medical emergency, act fast. Our team at Callaghan Road Animal Hospital in San Antonio and surrounding areas stands ready to provide the urgent care your pet needs. We'll handle your pet with skilled medical attention and the compassion they deserve during this stressful time.

Contact us immediately if your pet is experiencing a medical emergency.