At our Vancouver Emergency Clinic there is an emergency vet on duty 7 days a week.

Poisoning

A recent survey shows that of all emergency situations among pets, poisoning is the most common. If you think your pet has ingested a toxic substance, do the following:

First, don’t panic. Most poisons take a while to work.

When calling one of our on duty emergency vet be prepared to provide the following information:

  • Your name, address, and telephone number
  • Generic or trade name of poison
  • Information concerning the amount of poison ingested, the time it was eaten, and other significant circumstantial data
  • The symptoms your animal is experiencing
  • Appropriate credit card information

Broken limbs

Before transporting an animal with a broken bone to the hospital – but only if absolutely necessary – splint the wound. Incorrect splinting can make an injury worse, so be sure you know your animal first aid before attempting this technique, so be sure you know your animal first aid before attempting this technique.

If you do intend to splint a dog, first muzzle it, then place the animal on the ground, positioned on the side opposite to the broken limb. Roll up two magazines or newspapers. Place one roll on either side of the broken limb, making sure to splint in the position the limb is found in. Cover the joints above and below the fracture site, then tape the entire splint from top to bottom, making sure the tape is secure but not too tight. Start the taping above the joint and work down until the entire limb is wrapped. Leave the animal’s paw exposed.

Transport the animal to our emergency vet clinic, Killarney Animal Hospital.

Act purposefully and calmly. There is time to get help. One of veterinarians from our Emergency Vet Clinic will talk you through the process. Call us: 604-433-5500.