Emergencies & First Aid

Pet insurance is ideal, but there are some other options if you're stuck.

As hiking season continues, keep this bookmarked.

As scorching, long-lasting temperatures become the new normal, here’s how to help keep your pets cool and healthy.

And learn what alternatives might be better.

And how to know if they have one.

What you need to know.

It’s not always as simple as removing the stinger. Find out everything you need to know.

From how to get the stinger out at home to when it’s time to go to the ER.

Just in case.

And the risks you need to know.

It’s not a pretty sight, but it’s important to know what’s going on.

It’s worth asking, especially ahead of all those hikes you’ll take together this summer.

If you think your dog ate marijuana, here are the signs to look out for.

Learn about the causes and what to do for a choking pet.

Here’s when you should worry.

Don’t freak out—here’s what to do.

Sharing isn’t always caring. Keep your cat safe by keeping these human snack staples to yourself.

A vet explains why the weather isn’t always to blame.

Certain symptoms could mean your dog is battling a potentially fatal condition called hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE). Here’s everything you need to know.

Be a good neighbor and learn to spot the signs of frostbite in your community cats.

Albert Sanchez’s Veterinary Ambulance of Southern California brings pets to accessible emergency vet care when they need it—any time of day or night.

Don’t be scared. Follow these steps.

The answer is no, no, no, and here’s why.

No, you should not use Neosporin on your dog’s wounds.

You aren’t the only one getting way too high from edibles. A study published on 4/20 found an uptick in cannabis poisonings in pets.

Here are six good reasons to haul tail to the emergency room.

What to expect from and how to make the most of a trip to the ER.

When it’s no big deal and when you should worry.

It’s not always an emergency — but it could be.

Residents have reported concerning health problems with their animals.

And how to help them feel better fast.

What you need to know about seizures and dogs (and canine epilepsy) so you’re prepared and your pup is cared for.

As a pet parent, the best thing you can do is be nice.

You thought it was a hairball, but nothing’s coming up…

The veterinarian on helping out, making a difference, and the finer things in life (mostly dogs and music).

From performing CPR to preventing shock, three vets break down everything you need to know to help your cat in an emergency.

Two veterinarians’ pro tips for preventing your cat from picking up ticks (and how to remove them if it’s too late for that).

Cats can be hard to read. Especially when they’re sick. Or…not sick? We asked a veterinarian how to tell.

Hmm, sugar sugar. Pet Poison Helpline veterinary toxicologist Dr. Ahna Brutlag explains how this artificial sweetener can be fatal for your pet.

It's every pet parent's nightmare — but knowing what happens when you take your dog to the ER can make the experience a little less stressful.

“Cats don’t pant to cool off like dogs do.” Unless your pet is catching their breath after doing the zoomies, Dr. Gary Weitzman says it could be cause for concern.

The goo in that green-and-orange bottle can cause serious harm — get your dog to the vet ASAP.

It might sound obvious, but these rodenticides are harmful to pups.

Swallowing a penny comes at a high price for dogs.

Consider it the mother of all dog emergencies — if your dog has it, take them to the vet ASAP. Learn how to spot the condition and how it's treated.

Lay the groundwork for quick, low-stress treatment.

Step one: Get your pup to the vet ASAP.

Trust me, I’m a vet.

Can your dog give the gift of life?

Poisonous species are more common than you might think.

If you’re home brewing beer, beware of this highly toxic bitter plant.