Urgent Care

At Mercy Pet Hospital, we’re committed to providing prompt and compassionate care for your pet in any situation. We understand that urgent care and emergency needs can arise at any time, and we’re here to help.

During our office hours, we are equipped to handle urgent care needs. We will make every effort to get your pet evaluated and treated in a timely manner if it is urgent. If your pet is experiencing an emergency, it is best to go directly to a 24 hr veterinary emergency hospital. If you’re unsure whether your pet needs urgent care or emergency care, please call us immediately at 916-723-3456. Our team can assess your pet’s situation and help you determine the best course of action.

If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please go directly to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital.

We recommend the following 24hr Emergency Veterinary Hospitals:

• VCA Loomis Basin Veterinary Clinic
  • Address: 3901 Sierra College Blvd., Loomis, CA 95650 
  • Website: vcahospitals.com/loomis-basin 
• Veterinary Specialty Hospital – Roseville
  • Address: 1901 Douglas Blvd., Roseville, CA 95661 
  • Website: vshroseville.com 
• MarQueen Pet Emergency
  • Address: 9205 Sierra College Blvd., Suite 120, Roseville, CA 95661 
  • Website: marqueenanimalclinic.com 
• VCA Sacramento Veterinary Referral Center
  • Address: 9801 Old Winery Pl., Sacramento, CA 95827 
  • Website: vcahospitals.com/sacramento 
• Vista Veterinary Specialists
  • Address: 7425 Greenhaven Dr., Sacramento, CA 95831 
  • Website: vista.ethosvet.com 
• Insight Veterinary Wellness Center
  • Address: 4509 Golden Foothill Pkwy, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 
  • Website: insightvetwellness.com 
• VCA Mueller Pet Medical Center
  • Address: 7625 Freeport Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95832 
  • Website: vcahospitals.com/mueller 
• UC Davis Small Animal Emergency
  • Address: 944 Garrod Dr., Davis, CA 95616 
  • Website: vetmed.ucdavis.edu 

Here’s a quick guide to determining whether your pet needs urgent care or emergency care:

Urgent Care:

• Minor injuries or illnesses that require prompt attention but are not life-threatening.
• Examples: sprains, strains, minor cuts, vomiting, diarrhea, minor infections.

Emergency Care:

• Life-threatening conditions that require immediate medical attention.
• Examples: difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, seizures, unconsciousness, severe burns, broken bones.

If you’re unsure whether your pet needs urgent care or emergency care, it’s always best to err on the side of caution and seek immediate veterinary attention.