Know the cost before we start.
An emergency hospital isn’t pricier than your family vet for the same work. It feels that way because a sick pet needs ten things at once. So we show you every one of them first, in writing.
Emergency exam
Vital signs from a registered tech, a complete physical exam, and real time with the doctor.
- A written plan and estimate before any test or treatment
- Nothing starts until you say yes
- Sent by your family vet for overnight care? The exam fee is waived.
No surprises, start to finish.
After the exam, the doctor walks you through a treatment plan with every line on it: each test, each treatment, and what it costs. If cost is tight, tell us. We’ll start with what’s most urgent tonight and plan the rest with you.
Payment is due when you agree to the plan. If your pet needs to stay in the hospital, the plan shows a range, because care can change overnight.
We accept major credit cards, plus CareCredit, Scratchpay and Cherry for payment plans. We don’t accept checks.
Common nights, and what usually happens.
Every pet is different, and your doctor will tailor the plan. These are the steps our doctors take most often, so you know what you’re walking into.
My dog won’t stop vomiting
- Exam
- Bloodwork
- X‑rays
- Fluids
- Anti‑nausea medication
Often treated and home the same night. If X‑rays show a blockage, we’ll talk through surgery before anything else happens.
My dog ate chocolate, grapes or xylitol
- Exam
- Induce vomiting
- Activated charcoal
- Bloodwork if needed
The sooner you come in, the simpler and less costly this usually is. Bring the wrapper.
My cat is straining in the litter box
- Exam
- Urine test
- X‑rays
- Sedation and catheter
- Overnight care
A blocked male cat can’t wait. Most stay with us at least one night while the bladder recovers.
My dog was bitten in a fight
- Exam
- Pain relief
- Sedation
- Wound cleaning and repair
- Antibiotics
Bite wounds are often worse under the skin than they look. Many go home the same night.
My pet is having trouble breathing
- Exam
- Oxygen
- Chest X‑rays
- Medication
- Monitoring
Oxygen starts first, before anything else. The plan comes once your pet is stable.
My pet needs emergency surgery
- Exam
- Bloodwork
- Imaging
- Anesthesia and surgery
- Hospital stay
Advanced sealing instruments shorten time under anesthesia for surgeries like C‑sections, pyometras and spleens.
Paying for a visit that’s already happened.
Pick the hospital your pet was seen at. You’ll need the invoice number from your receipt.
Worried about cost? Call us anyway.
Tell us what’s going on and what you can manage. We’d much rather help you plan than have you wait at home.