Emergency or not?
Not sure if this is an emergency?
You don't have to guess. Call us and we'll tell you exactly what to do.
We can often treat
- Vomiting, diarrhea, pain
- Injuries, limping, wounds
- Urinary issues (including blocked cats)
- Diagnostics & stabilization
- Many emergency surgeries (bloat, pyometra)
Go straight to a 24/7 ER if
- Trouble breathing
- Collapse or unresponsiveness
- Active seizures
- Severe bleeding
Why start with Sploot
A smarter first step than going straight to the ER
Save on emergency care
Up to 60% lower cost than traditional ER hospitals.
No waiting in line at the ER
Once booked, your appointment time is guaranteed.
Talk to trained medical pros right away
Speak with one of our professionals for clear next steps.
Avoid unnecessary transfers
We'll tell you upfront if ER care is needed.
Follow-ups in the same clinic
Most emergencies require follow-ups — we'll stick with you until your pet is feeling better.
Less stress for you and your pet
Fear Free–trained team and purpose-built spaces designed to keep every visit calm.
What we treat
What emergency conditions can we treat?
We can handle many urgent and emergency situations. If you're unsure, call us and we'll guide you immediately.
Sudden illness & symptoms
Treatment for vomiting, diarrhea, fever, and other urgent symptoms. We can stabilize, run diagnostics, and start treatment the same day — or refer you onward if the case needs ICU care.
Injuries & trauma
Care for wounds, limping, and initial trauma evaluation.
Urinary & internal emergencies
Including blocked cats, infections, and abdominal pain.
Emergency surgeries
Bloat (GDV), pyometra, C-sections, exploratory surgery.
Diagnostics & stabilization
X-rays, bloodwork, ultrasound, IV fluids, medications.
When you should go directly to a 24/7 ER
Breathing issues, collapse, severe trauma, ICU-level needs.
FAQ
Emergency care, answered.
Can you call an emergency vet for advice?
Yes. While emergency veterinarians can’t provide a diagnosis over the phone, we can provide some helpful first aid tips and guidance on what to do next.
How much is an emergency vet visit?
Costs can vary widely, but most emergency vet visits range from $200 to $2,000+. Sploot emergency care is often 60% cheaper than regular ER animal hospitals.
However, these costs can vary depending on the following:
- Your pet’s condition and the care required - diagnostic testing, medications and treatments provided
- Location: Urban areas often have higher costs than suburban or rural clinics
- Type of facility (24/7 ER vs urgent care)
- Specialty emergency hospitals often have higher overhead than daytime urgent care clinics
- Surgery: More advanced cases requiring procedures will increase total cost
Does pet insurance cover emergency vet services?
Most comprehensive pet insurance plans (i.e., accident-illness pet insurance) will cover a set portion of the emergency costs (co-pay percentage), depending on the policy. As the name implies, injuries from accidents as well as sudden illnesses are covered by this type of insurance, unless listed as exclusions.
Other factors that can affect pet emergency coverage include:
- The set deductibles in your policy
- Waiting periods (typically for new policies)
- Any excluded pre-existing conditions
When should you seek emergency veterinary care for your dog or cat?
You can bring your cat or dog to Sploot Veterinary Care for emergency services to address concerns such as vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, fever, injuries, infections, suspected foreign body ingestion, and similar conditions. These are examples of the most common cases we evaluate and treat in our all-in-one veterinary clinics in Denver, Colorado Springs, Chicago, and Salt Lake City.
Not sure if your pet needs to be seen? Call any Sploot location to speak with a member of our medical team free of charge. We're happy to help you assess the situation and decide on the right next step, whether that's booking a same-day visit with us or heading somewhere else for more intensive care.
For more critical situations, such as difficulty breathing, collapse, active seizures, or severe bleeding, we recommend going directly to a 24/7 emergency hospital for immediate, intensive care.