Normal pet behavior or an emergency?

Concord Animal Hospital is here to help you determine if your pet needs immediate medical care
It's often hard to know when your pet really needs to be seen by a vet when there isn't a clear physical injury. When in doubt, always give us a call at 978-369-3503, WE'RE HERE TO HELP!​ 

No question is too strange and no concern is too small. Call with questions, email videos of coughs & limps and pictures of rashes & cuts, We all want to keep your pet safe, happy and healthy!
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Like you, we're not into unnecessary vet visits. We won't have you bring your pet in if it's nothing to worry about!

I​n some situations, your pet needs immediate attention. Always call if you're concerned, but call (don't email) right away for the following situations:

• ​Your pet's gums are grey instead of nice and pink.
  
• ​Your pet has been vomiting or had diarrhea for more than 24 hours, sooner if it's severe or if you know or suspect your pet ate something they shouldn't have.
• There's blood in your pet's urine or stool or coming from their eyes, nose or mouth.
• Your pet is straining to urinate or defecate.
• Their behavior changes drastically.
• Their food or water intake changes significantly.
• Your pet is having trouble breathing.
• Your pet seems disoriented.
• You pet is limping or seems sore or sensitive to touch.

Not sure if you're pet needs to be seen? Call 978-369-3503 to discuss with our staff!