10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency

In the panic of the moment, some mild conditions can appear very serious or even life-threatening to the untrained eye. Below are some helpful tips to determine whether your dog’s condition can wait until the morning or whether they need immediate assessment by a veterinarian.

Take a breath and try to quantify the amount of blood calmly – would it fill a coffee cup or a bucket? Being able to explain to your veterinarian a rough estimate of how much blood there is will help decide whether it is an emergency and assist the veterinarian in beginning preparation for treatment like a blood transfusion if required.

If your dog is suddenly vomiting profusely, for example, more than four times in an hour, they are likely to become dehydrated and so should see a veterinarian immediately. Similarly, if they cannot keep water down or are constantly retching but bringing nothing but white foam up, they should be assessed by a veterinarian as an emergency. Additional symptoms like bloating or swelling of their belly also suggest emergency intervention could be required.

If it is a warm day in Macau and your dog has been exercising or unable to get to shade, they may suffer from heatstroke. Brachycephalic dogs with short snouts and narrow airways (Like Pugs and Bull Dogs) are particularly prone to heatstroke and may suffer on days when the temperature isn’t excessively high. Signs include panting excessively, laying down, and difficulty breathing, but seizures, coma, and death are all possible consequences if untreated. Heat exhaustion is an emergency, and you must contact your veterinarian right away if you suspect your dog is suffering from it.

Royal Veterinary Centre

Tel: +853 28501099

Emergency: +853 66776611

Email: info@rvcmacau.com

 

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10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency

10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency

10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency

10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency

10 Signs Your Dog is Having a Veterinary Emergency