Urgent & Emergency Vet Care in Coshocton, OH
When your animal needs care that can’t wait, the Animal Medical & Surgical Center of Coshocton is here to help. We accept same-day urgent care appointments and drop-offs during clinic hours, and our main phone line transfers directly to an on-call veterinarian after hours.
Urgent Care Options for Small & Large Animals
Urgent & Emergency Veterinary Care FAQs
Here are answers to the most common questions we receive about urgent and emergency veterinary care at our Coshocton clinic.
Does the Animal Medical & Surgical Center of Coshocton offer emergency veterinary care?
Yes. We provide urgent and emergency veterinary care for dogs, cats, horses, and large animals in Coshocton and the surrounding region. During clinic hours, we accept same-day urgent appointments and drop-offs for animals that need prompt attention.
After hours, our main phone line at (740) 622-0013 transfers directly to an on-call veterinarian who can assess the situation and guide your next steps.
What should I do if my pet has an emergency after clinic hours?
Call our main clinic number at (740) 622-0013. After-hours calls transfer directly to our on-call veterinarian. Describe your animal's symptoms as clearly as possible so the on-call vet can help you determine the urgency of the situation and advise on immediate next steps. Do not wait until morning if your animal is showing signs of a life-threatening emergency—call right away.
What signs indicate my pet needs emergency veterinary care?
Signs that warrant immediate veterinary attention include:
- Difficulty breathing or labored respiration
- Collapse or inability to stand
- Uncontrolled bleeding
- Suspected poisoning or toxin ingestion
- Seizures
- Severe vomiting
- Diarrhea with blood
- Extreme lethargy or unresponsiveness
- Suspected broken bones or traumatic injury
- Bloated or distended abdomen
- Difficulty urinating or straining with no output
- Difficulty giving birth or prolonged labor
Our extensive in-house diagnostic and imaging services are available to clarify symptoms and guide us to the appropriate treatment.
When in doubt, call us—we'd always rather help you assess the situation than have you wait too long.
Can I drop off my pet without a scheduled appointment?
Yes. We accept same-day drop-offs for animals that need urgent attention during clinic hours. If your pet needs to be seen but you're unable to stay for the appointment, our team can evaluate and monitor your animal while you attend to other responsibilities. Call ahead when possible so our staff can prepare for your arrival—though we understand that's not always an option in a true emergency.
Do you provide emergency care for horses and large animals?
Yes. Emergency equine and large animal care is available through our on-call system. We provide ambulatory and farm call services throughout Coshocton County, Holmes County, and parts of Tuscarawas County. For large animal emergencies after hours, call our main line at (740) 622-0013, and your call will transfer to our on-call veterinarian.
What is the difference between urgent care and an emergency?
Urgent care refers to conditions that need prompt attention within the same day but are not immediately life-threatening, such as a laceration, mild vomiting, a suspected ear infection, or a limping pet. A veterinary emergency involves conditions that are potentially life-threatening and require immediate intervention, such as respiratory distress, suspected poisoning, trauma, seizures, or signs of internal bleeding.
If you're unsure which category your pet falls into, call us and describe the symptoms—our team can help you make that determination quickly.
How do I prepare for an emergency veterinary visit?
If possible, call ahead so our team can prepare for your arrival. Bring any medications your pet is currently taking, and note when symptoms started and any potential exposures—such as toxins, foreign objects, or trauma. If your pet has been seen at our clinic before, your records will already be on file.
For new clients arriving in an emergency, our priority is your animal's immediate stabilization—paperwork can follow.
How Our On-Call System Works
We know that emergencies are stressful—and that the last thing you need when your animal is in distress is to be routed through a phone tree with no real answer at the other end. Our after-hours on-call system is designed to be direct and accessible.
When you call (740) 622-0013 outside of clinic hours, your call transfers to our on-call veterinarian. We’ll advise next steps, including whether a farm call or haul-in is appropriate, and support you through your animal’s emergency.
Common Veterinary Emergencies We See and Treat
Many veterinary emergencies are time-sensitive. The faster an animal receives appropriate care, the better their chances of a full recovery. Familiarizing yourself with common emergency signs is one of the most valuable things a pet owner can do.
Small Animal Emergencies
Symptoms of pet emergencies include difficulty breathing, collapse, toxin ingestion, seizures, traumatic injury, difficult labor, and signs of urinary blockage.
Large Animal Emergencies
Call us right away in cases of acute lameness, colic, difficult foaling, lacerations, respiratory distress, and other sudden-onset conditions.
Our Veterinary Services
Pet Wellness & Preventative Care
Veterinary Dentistry
Veterinary Diagnostics & Imaging
Veterinary Internal Medicine
Veterinary Surgery
Urgent & Emergency Veterinary Care
Veterinary Pain Management
Large Animal & Equine Care
Large Animal & Equine Reproductive Care
Farm Calls & Haul-In Services
At-Home Euthanasia