Emergency and Critical Care
in Athens, GA
Our veterinary team provides emergency and critical care in Athens, GA, during regular business hours, giving you reliable access to prompt and effective treatment when every second counts.
Emergency Care When Your Pet Needs It Most
Our experienced veterinary team is trained to handle urgent medical situations with precision and care. We follow the essential ABCs of basic life support:
- Airway Management: We ensure a clear airway for proper breathing.
- Breathing Support: When needed, we administer oxygen therapy.
- Circulation and Cardiac Care: We provide chest compressions and stabilize heart function.
Emergency situations may include:
- Trauma or injury (e.g., fractures, wounds, or bites)
- Difficulty breathing
- Seizures or neurological issues
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Ingestion of toxic substances
- Heatstroke or severe dehydration
- Sudden collapse or weakness
Comprehensive Critical Care Services
Pets with severe illnesses or injuries may require ongoing monitoring and specialized treatment. Our critical care services focus on stabilizing and supporting pets through life-threatening conditions.
- IV Fluid Therapy: This treatment restores hydration and supports organ function.
- Pain Management: Our team ensures comfort and relief from distress.
- Oxygen Therapy: We support pets experiencing respiratory distress with advanced treatment.
- Diagnostic Imaging and Lab Testing: Thanks to our in-house lab, we can quickly identify underlying conditions.
- Surgical Intervention: We can address urgent medical issues when necessary.
After-Hours Emergency Support
For emergencies outside of our regular business hours, we collaborate with several fully staffed local emergency center that provides overnight observation and intensive care. These partnerships ensure that your pet receives continuous, high-quality medical attention when we are closed.
Outside of our hours, please contact:
EMERGENCY CARE:
Small Animal Teaching Hospital at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Phone: 706-542-3221
2200 College Station Rd
Athens, GA 30602
Animal Emergency Care of Braselton
Phone: 470-209-7222.
2095 GA Hwy 211 #2s
Braselton, GA 30517
Hours of Operation:
Mon–Fri: 6 pm – 8 am
Weekends & Holidays: 24 hours
URGENT CARE:
Oak Grove Animal Clinic
Phone: 470-209-7222
5405 Jefferson Rd suite 300
Athens, GA 30607
Hours of Operation:
Mon–Fri: 3 pm – 11 pm
Priority Pet Urgent Care
Phone: 706-480-2546
1351 Stonebridge Pkwy
Watkinsville, GA 30607
Hours of Operation:
Thurs–Mon: 4 pm – 12 am (midnight)
If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, don’t wait. Contact Hope Animal Medical Center immediately for emergency and critical care in Athens, GA. We are here to provide the urgent care your pet needs.