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Urgent Care at All Paws Animal Hospital

At All Paws Animal Hospital, our urgent care services bridge the gap between routine wellness visits and emergency care. If your pet is experiencing an illness or injury that requires prompt, same-day medical attention—but is not life-threatening—we’re here to help during our regular business hours.

Urgent care is available by appointment or call-ahead.

When to Seek Urgent Care

If your pet is experiencing any of the following symptoms and needs prompt, same-day care, please call us right away.

Vomiting or diarrhea
Minor wounds or abscesses
Urinary changes (e.g., blood in urine, frequent urination)
Limping, swelling, or signs of pain
Loss of appetite or dehydration
Itchy skin, hives, or rashes
Eye redness, discharge, or tearing
Ear infections
Pale gums
Worms, fleas, ticks, or mites
Suspected ingestion of something toxic*
- Please call
Having difficulty breathing
- Please call and be triaged by one of our Technicians
Coughing, sneezing, or nasal discharge
Not eating or drinking for more than 48 hours
- Based on capacity – please call
Not sure it is an emergency?
- Please call and be triaged by one of our Technicians
*If you think your pet has ingested something poisonous, please call Pet Poison Helpline immediately at 800-213-6680, After hours, contact the ASPCA Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435.

Emergency vs. Urgent Care

Not sure if it’s an emergency? Here’s a quick guide:

Urgent Care:

Stable condition
Needs prompt same-day care but not life-threatening
Can wait a short time with monitoring

Emergency Care (Go directly to a 24/7 emergency hospital):

Difficulty breathing
Severe trauma (e.g., hit by a car)
Repeated seizures
Loss of consciousness
Bloating or signs of GDV
Uncontrolled bleeding
Choking
Paralysis or collapse
Trouble giving birth

ER Recommendations:

Blue Pearl in Golden Valley 952-842-8272
Allied Emergency in Minneapolis 952-521-3030 or Eden Prairie 952-452-0025
AERC in Oakdale 651-501-3766