When your pet isn't feeling well, it can be difficult to know whether they need emergency care or if urgent care is the better option. At Veterinary Urgent Care Nashua, we understand how stressful it can be to make this decision, especially when your pet is in pain or acting unusually. That's why we’re here to help you understand the difference.

Emergency Veterinary Care is for life-threatening conditions. This includes severe trauma (like being hit by a car), seizures, difficulty breathing, collapse, active bleeding that doesn’t stop, or ingestion of highly toxic substances. These situations require immediate intervention and intensive care.

Urgent Veterinary Care, on the other hand, is for medical needs that are not immediately life-threatening but still require prompt attention. These include minor wounds, limping, vomiting or diarrhea (without other severe symptoms), allergic reactions, ear infections, or when your pet eats something questionable.

Key Differences:

• Urgent Care is like a walk-in clinic for pets. We handle same-day, non-emergency issues quickly and compassionately.

• Emergency Care is for critical, time-sensitive issues that may require surgery, oxygen support, or hospitalization.

At Veterinary Urgent Care Nashua, we bridge the gap between your regular vet and the emergency room. We’re here to provide fast, experienced care when your pet needs help, without the long ER wait.

Need same-day care? Walk in or visit us at www.vucnashua.com