Urgent Care

Same-Day Appointments When Time is of the Essence

If you have an urgent pet health care condition during our normal office hours, please call us as soon as possible so we can arrange to have you bring your pet in or help you develop a plan, which could include referral to a local emergency clinic. Although some emergency conditions are best handled at specialized critical care facilities, Dalton Animal Care is well-equipped to handle many animal urgent care situations.

Urgent Care Conditions Seen at Dalton Animal Care:

  • Vomiting or diarrhea
  • Lethargy or anorexia (not eating)
  • Limping
  • Itching, facial swelling, or allergic reaction
  • Torn toenail
  • Bleeding or wounds (that are not severe or life threatening)
  • Ingestion of toxic substances (such as chocolate, sugar-free gum, etc.)
  • Pain or discomfort (whimpering, hiding, tender to touch)
  • Eye discharge
  • Coughing or sneezing
  • Blood in urine or stool
  • Shaking Their Head
  • Abscesses
  • Skin Issues (hot spots, hives, parasites, rashes and itching)
  • Anal Gland Issues

Call us at (706) 278-1113 if you have questions or need assistance.

FOR ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE OF OUR NORMAL OFFICE HOURS OR FOR A TRUE EMERGENCY, PLEASE CONTACT:

VCA Regional Institute for Veterinary Emergencies and Referrals

2132 Amnicola Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37406

423-698-4612

Animal East Specialty Care

6393 Lee Hwy, Chattanooga, TN 37421

423-822-8304

Veterinary Care Specialty Group

3201 Broad St, Chattanooga, TN 37408

423-591-0270