Urgent Care for Dogs and Cats in Nanaimo
When your dog or cat has a concern that cannot wait for a scheduled appointment, same-day urgent care at Harewood Pet Hospital in Nanaimo is here to help. Most urgent cases presented during open hours are assessed and managed in-clinic, allowing your pet to receive care quickly without an emergency referral in the majority of situations. Harewood Pet Hospital is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. If you are concerned about your pet, call ahead at (250) 268-3133 so the team can advise on timing and prepare for your arrival. For concerns arising outside of open hours, emergency referral partners serving the Nanaimo area are available.
Same-Day Urgent Care in Nanaimo
Not every concern can wait until your pet's next scheduled appointment. Harewood Pet Hospital reserves same-day appointments for urgent situations in dogs and cats that need prompt veterinary attention. Calling ahead allows the team to prepare for your arrival, advise on what to do at home in the meantime, and ensure the right resources are available when you come in. Same-day appointments are assessed based on urgency and availability. If you call and describe a situation that requires attention sooner than can be accommodated during open hours, the team will advise you on the most appropriate next step, which may include an after-hours referral. Dr. Mann and the Harewood Pet Hospital team take the safety and comfort of every patient seriously, and urgent concerns are never minimised or dismissed during triage.
Urgent Conditions Managed In-Clinic in Nanaimo
Harewood Pet Hospital is equipped to assess and manage a wide range of urgent conditions for dogs and cats during open hours. Conditions commonly managed in-clinic include vomiting and diarrhoea, eye injuries and acute eye concerns, wounds, lacerations, and bite injuries, difficulty breathing in stable presentations, urinary blockage assessment in cats, seizures and neurological episodes, allergic reactions and facial swelling, acute lameness and limping, suspected toxin ingestion, ear infections and head shaking, abscesses, and suspected fractures requiring initial assessment and stabilisation. The team at Harewood Pet Hospital assesses each patient individually. Not every urgent presentation can be fully managed in a general practice setting. When a case requires a higher level of care, overnight monitoring, or specialist involvement, referral is arranged promptly and communicated clearly to the owner. Referral is never delayed when it is in the pet's best interest.
When to Call Immediately in Nanaimo
Some situations call for immediate action rather than a scheduled callback. Call Harewood Pet Hospital immediately during open hours if your dog or cat is showing any of the following: inability to breathe normally, collapse or extreme weakness, suspected toxin ingestion, active seizure, severe trauma, pale or white gums, inability to urinate with straining and distress, or any situation that causes you significant concern for your pet's immediate safety. If these signs occur outside of open hours, proceed directly to an emergency referral facility. Harewood Pet Hospital's team will advise you on appropriate after-hours referral resources during your initial registration and care conversations. Pets in Chase River, Cedar, and the broader South Nanaimo area can call Harewood Pet Hospital for urgent care guidance during open hours. We are here Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
After-Hours Guidance in Nanaimo
Harewood Pet Hospital operates Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. If your pet has an urgent concern outside of these hours, Nanaimo and the surrounding area are served by emergency veterinary referral facilities. Your veterinarian will provide you with after-hours referral information during your care relationship with Harewood Pet Hospital. It is a good idea to keep this information accessible so that if an after-hours situation arises, you know where to go without delay.
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Urgent situations are those where your pet needs veterinary attention sooner than the next available scheduled appointment. Examples include vomiting or diarrhoea that is frequent or accompanied by other signs, eye injuries, wounds or bite injuries, sudden lameness, allergic reactions, difficulty breathing, suspected toxin ingestion, and urinary straining in cats. If you are unsure whether your pet’s situation is urgent, calling the clinic to describe what you are observing is the best first step. The team can advise on whether to come in immediately, schedule for the same day, or monitor at home.
Yes. Calling ahead at (250) 268-3133 before arriving allows the Harewood Pet Hospital team to advise on timing, prepare for your pet’s arrival, and ensure the team is ready when you come through the door. It also allows the team to advise on any first-aid steps that may help in the meantime. Walk-ins are accommodated when possible, but calling ahead is always preferred for urgent presentations.
If your pet’s situation requires a level of care beyond what is available in a general practice setting, Dr. Mann will advise you clearly and arrange referral to appropriate specialist or emergency facilities without delay. Referral is discussed directly with you, the reason is explained, and the process is made as clear as possible. Harewood Pet Hospital does not delay referral when it is in the pet’s best interest, and the safety of the patient is always the priority.
Harewood Pet Hospital is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. For concerns arising outside of these hours, emergency veterinary facilities serving the Nanaimo region are available. Your veterinarian will provide specific after-hours referral information during your care relationship with Harewood Pet Hospital. We recommend keeping this information on hand so that you are prepared if an after-hours situation arises.
If your dog or cat needs same-day urgent care in Nanaimo, call Harewood Pet Hospital first at (250) 268-3133. We handle most urgent cases in-clinic during open hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm. Call ahead so we can be ready for you.