Urgent Care
We’re Here When You Need Us
Urgent Care Available: Weekdays 11am-5:30pm, Weekends 10am-3pm
Sometimes, health problems, injuries, and illnesses require immediate care. If your pet needs urgent care, the Veterinary Wellness Center of Boerum Hill is here to help during our regular hours to assist with pet emergencies. We’re committed to keeping you informed every step of the way, providing clear communication and support during what we know is a stressful time for any pet parent. Our skilled and caring team will work to ensure that you can stay with your pet during their assessment and treatment as much as possible.
Do not request an online appointment for emergencies—call us directly at (347) 463-9426.
If possible, please call in advance of your visit. This helps our staff fully prepare for your pet’s arrival and tend to their needs faster, ensuring you and your pet receive the best care. Upon arrival, all urgent care visits are triaged immediately to determine the severity of the issue and reduce wait times as much as possible.
Signs of an Emergency Include:
- Pale gums
- Rapid breathing
- Weak or rapid pulse
- Change in body temperature
- Difficulty standing
- Apparent paralysis
- Loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Excessive bleeding
- Hit by car or other traumatic injury
But if you’re concerned, then we’re concerned! If you are unsure whether your pet needs urgent care, contact us at (347) 463-9426.
Safety Tips
- Pets who are ill or injured may try to bite, claw, or act aggressively. Approach any injured or sick pet slowly and calmly. Say the pet’s name and see how they react. Call for help if the pet responds aggressively.
- For large dogs, fashion a makeshift stretcher with a blanket or tarp and ensure their neck is supported.
- For cats, slowly and gently place a blanket or towel over their heads to prevent biting. Then, slowly lift the cat into an open-topped carrier or box.
- If possible, elevate and apply pressure to any bleeding wound.
If you think your pet has eaten or been exposed to something toxic:
Call us at (347) 463-9426 immediately! Outside of our regular hours, contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center’s 24-hour hotline at 888-426-4435. Trained toxicologists assess your pet’s age, health, and what was ingested and then recommend what action should be taken.
For emergencies outside of our regular hours, please contact:
Blue Pearl Pet Hospital – Brooklyn
190 Third Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 596-0099
VERG (Veterinary Emergency & Referral Group)
196 4th Ave.
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(718) 522-9400
