Post-Surgical Concerns:
It is "normal" for pets to feel a bit sleepy, low energy and have a reduced appetite immediately after surgery. Vomiting, extreme lethargy, or more concerning symptoms, however, need to be addressed. If your pet had surgery here at Porter Pet Hospital and has you concerned, please refer to information and guidance on your "Release Instructions" handout or refer to the "What If...After Surgery" page. If our office is closed, you can text the a doctor or technician at 440-570-9423 (no voicemails) and should be contacted within 24 hours. If you need immediate assistance please call an emergency clinic listed below.
It is "normal" for pets to feel a bit sleepy, low energy and have a reduced appetite immediately after surgery. Vomiting, extreme lethargy, or more concerning symptoms, however, need to be addressed. If your pet had surgery here at Porter Pet Hospital and has you concerned, please refer to information and guidance on your "Release Instructions" handout or refer to the "What If...After Surgery" page. If our office is closed, you can text the a doctor or technician at 440-570-9423 (no voicemails) and should be contacted within 24 hours. If you need immediate assistance please call an emergency clinic listed below.
Pet Poison Help Line:
1-800-213-6680
24/7 Animal Poison Control Center
**39$ incident fee applies
There are times when inducing vomiting in your pet is vital to prevent
further absorption of medications or toxins they have ingested.
Sometimes it is life threatening to bring up substances and it can just
cause further harm to your pet. Call our office during normal business
hours for assistance or after hours call an emergency clinic or the above
hotline to get further instruction. It can save money, heartache and
possibly your pets life if you address ingestions immediately.
24/7 Animal Poison Control Center
**39$ incident fee applies
There are times when inducing vomiting in your pet is vital to prevent
further absorption of medications or toxins they have ingested.
Sometimes it is life threatening to bring up substances and it can just
cause further harm to your pet. Call our office during normal business
hours for assistance or after hours call an emergency clinic or the above
hotline to get further instruction. It can save money, heartache and
possibly your pets life if you address ingestions immediately.
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A.S.P.C.A's Animal Poison Control Center
This Hotline is another option for help and you can call: 888-426-4435 $65 consultation fee but they are a great resource! |
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All Other Pet Emergencies:
During office hours listed on home page, emergencies should call 440-777-0888 to make sure we have the staff available to accommodate you. We will accommodate emergencies whenever possible! See map on front page or click below on where to proceed:
Emergencies not during office hours that need immediate medical attention should call:
MedVet Cleveland West at 216-362-6000
WestPark Animal Hospital until 1am at 216-252-4500
or
Animal Clinic Northview at 440-327-8282
*For existing clients: If you are seen by another clinic as an emergency after or during business hours, please text your information as well as the hospital name obtained care through to 440-570-9423 or call the office during regular hours. We will contact them for medical records and can follow up with appropriate care*
MedVet Cleveland West at 216-362-6000
WestPark Animal Hospital until 1am at 216-252-4500
or
Animal Clinic Northview at 440-327-8282
*For existing clients: If you are seen by another clinic as an emergency after or during business hours, please text your information as well as the hospital name obtained care through to 440-570-9423 or call the office during regular hours. We will contact them for medical records and can follow up with appropriate care*