Urgent Care at Carson Animal Hospital
Our hospital is staffed and equipped to respond to any urgent medical need during our business hours.
Monday - Friday: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm
Saturday: 7:30 am to 12:00 pm
From a simple bee sting to severe trauma, our staff are prepared to care for your pet and help you through these stressful situations. We strive to provide our patients' human companions with prompt, attentive, compassionate, and personal service from the very first moment a patient arrives. This includes establishing a quick, clear line of communication with the primary care veterinarian when possible. We want you to be informed and comforted throughout the process because we know how important and irreplaceable your beloved family friend is to you and your family.
No Appointments Necessary For Your Pet's Emergencies
When every second counts, Carson Animal Hospital's team is here to help you and your pet overcome whatever medical crisis is taking place. Our hospital provides immediate care for your pet without the need for an appointment or any advance notice whatsoever.
When possible, you are welcome to call us before you come or when you are on your way, so that we can prepare for your arrival. However, we do not want to add to the time it takes to get your pet the emergency services they need.
Our Animal Hospital Is Prepared For Any Critical Situation, Such As:
- Traumatic injuries - fractures, bites, burns, lacerations
- Automobile accidents
- Respiratory emergencies, choking, breathing problems
- Vomiting, diarrhea
- Difficulty urinating or defecating
- Shock or loss of consciousness
- Seizures
- Toxic reactions, poison ingestion
- Labor and pregnancy problems
- Blood in urine or feces
- Heatstroke
- Pain management
- Inability or unwillingness to eat
- and more...
We Have The Following Services Available To Assist with Treatment:
- Nutritional support
- Advanced pain management
- Continuous rate infusion for IV fluids and meds
- Pulse-oximetry, End-Tidal CO2, blood pressure, and continuous ECG monitoring
- Oxygen therapy
- Digital radiography and ultrasound
- Emergency surgery
- Complete diagnostic lab for immediate test results
Financial Concerns
We know that having a pet with emergency medical needs can be stressful. In addition to providing all the care needed, we will also work with your budget. We accept all major credit cards and have payment plans available through CareCredit.
After Hours Emergency Information
If we are not available during the day, Lafayette Animal Emergency Clinic is a full-service, after-hours facility located at:
206 Winchester Dr, Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 989-0992