Emergency Care

Signs of a blocked intestine in cats, why string and thread are so dangerous, what to do (and not do) if you see string, and how vets treat it.

What to do right away if your dog or cat gets too much of a medication, the most dangerous human and pet drugs, warning signs, and how to prevent mistakes.

Surgical staples help your pet’s incision heal faster after surgery. Learn essential care tips to prevent infection and complications during recovery.

Your dog’s splenectomy recovery doesn’t have to be stressful. Learn what to expect, how to manage pain, and when to call your vet.

How to tell if your dog may have broken ribs, why chest injuries are emergencies, how vets treat them, and how to care for your dog while ribs heal.

Your pet’s wound might look minor, but infections spread fast. Here’s what vets say about medications that work—and when to act.

Your dog’s painful lump might be an abscess—here’s what vets say actually works to treat it fast.

Why cats are so sensitive to pesticides, especially dog flea products with permethrin, the warning signs, first steps, and how vets treat poisoning.