Emergency & Hospital Care

Ark Veterinary Hospital takes care of seriously sick pets in our purpose built hospital with continuos intravenous fluids and oxygen available at all the times. Managing the critically ill takes dedication, commitment and award winning skill. We are proud of our award winning care at Ark Veterinary Hospital.

Emergency admissions also available outside normal hours for clients at the practice please ring 064-6636644 to arrange an emergency appointment with the vet on duty. An extra fee applies to this service.

Emergency situations include:

Ingestion
Substances such antifreeze, insecticides, rat poison, household cleansers, pool chemicals, human medication, bones, pennies, other foreign objects or excessive amounts of food or garbage.

Symptoms to watch for:

  • Allergic reactions, including swelling, rashes, or itching
  • Bumping into things, becoming disoriented
  • Changes in behavior, appetite, or stools
  • Coughing, sneezing, or difficulty breathing
  • Diabetic animals refusing food
  • First time seizure, seizures lasting more than 3 minutes, or multiple seizures
  • Inability to urinate; straining to urinate
  • Non-productive retching/vomiting
  • Pregnant animals that have gone more than 3-4 hours between delivering
  • Signs of pain such as whining, shaking, hiding, or dull behaviour
  • Vomiting blood/passing blood in the stool or urine
  • Weakness; inability to walk; sudden collapse

Trauma

  • Road traffic accident
  • Broken bones
  • Burns
  • Excessive bleeding
  • Eye injuries
  • Heatstroke
  • Trouble breathing; gagging; choking

Ark Veterinary Hospital provides 24-hour emergency and critical care 365 days a year. This service is open to all small animal companion pets that are in need of immediate medical attention. Experienced veterinarians are on call all times. We are equipped to handle a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies.

Patient care and client satisfaction are our top priorities. We understand that each pet is accompanied by a concerned owner. That’s why we take the time to comfort both of you.

Emergency situations include:

Ingestion

Substances such antifreeze, insecticides, rat poison, household cleansers, pool chemicals, human medication, bones, pennies, other foreign objects or excessive amounts of food or garbage.

Symptoms to watch for:

  • Allergic reactions, including swelling, rashes, or itching
  • Bumping into things, becoming disoriented
  • Changes in behavior, appetite, or stools
  • Coughing, sneezing, or difficulty breathing
  • Diabetic animals refusing food
  • First time seizure, seizures lasting more than 3 minutes, or multiple seizures
  • Inability to urinate; straining to urinate
  • Non-productive retching/vomiting
  • Pregnant animals that have gone more than 3-4 hours between delivering
  • Signs of pain such as whining, shaking, hiding, or dull behaviour
  • Vomiting blood/passing blood in the stool or urine
  • Weakness; inability to walk; sudden collapse

Trauma

  • Road traffic accident
  • Broken bones
  • Burns
  • Excessive bleeding
  • Eye injuries
  • Heatstroke
  • Trouble breathing; gagging; choking

Ark Veterinary Hospital provides 24-hour emergency and critical care 365 days a year. This service is open to all small animal companion pets that are in need of immediate medical attention. Experienced veterinarians are on call all times. We are equipped to handle a wide range of medical and surgical emergencies.

Patient care and client satisfaction are our top priorities. We understand that each pet is accompanied by a concerned owner. That’s why we take the time to comfort both of you.

The Value of Regular Exams

Your pet’s wellness exam helps us understand your expectations as a pet owner and establishes what we hope to be a lifelong relationship.  During annual exams and other consultations, we will discuss important details regarding your pet’s health and answer all of your questions.  Dental care, arthritis, nutrition, immunizations and lifestyle changes are important topics to discuss with your veterinarian.

Vaccinations are important in preventing serious diseases in your dog or cat

Unless properly vaccinated, your pet is at risk for contracting one of several, possibly fatal, infectious diseases. Fortunately, most common infectious diseases can be prevented by routine vaccinations. We start vaccinate at 6 weeks of age.

We tailor your pet’s vaccinations to the needs of your pet.

Pets have different lifestyles and deserve individual attention and consideration at vaccination time. At Ark Veterinary Clinic, vaccine programs are tailored individually for each pet. In creating your pet’s vaccination plan, we will take into consideration your pet’s lifestyle such as exposure to the outdoors, travel and boarding plans, breed, health status and immune competence. These factors may change over time, so it is best to review your pet’s vaccination plan at each exam.  Discuss your plans for your pet’s life in the months ahead and any important information from your pet’s past. Information about vaccination reactions in the past is critical for your pet’s safety during future vaccinations, so be sure to discuss your pet’s vaccination history with us.

Parasite and Tick prevention

Ark Veterinary Hospital takes care of seriously sick pets in our purpose built hospital with continuos intravenous fluids and oxygen available at all the times. Managing the critically ill takes dedication, commitment and award winning skill. We are proud of our award winning care at Ark Veterinary Hospital.

Emergency admissions also available outside normal hours for clients at the practice please ring 064-6636644 to arrange an emergency appointment with the vet on duty. An extra fee applies to this service.

Dental Care

Regular, professional dental care is important to keep your pet healthy. Plaque and tartar that build-up on your pet’s teeth can lead to gingivitis. Reddened, bleeding gums, difficulty chewing and bad breath are all signs of gingivitis. Untreated gingivitis can progress to a more advanced form of periodontal disease, a bacterial infection that, if left untreated, can cause the loss of teeth. For more information about pet dental care, please visit our dental care page.

Behavioral Consultation

Helping you integrate your pet in your home, with your family or other pets, is a part of our routine exams.  We will be happy to discuss your pet’s behavior with you during your pet’s exam. 

Regular

  • Vaccinations
  • Puppy and kitten visits
  • Comprehensive wellness exams and preventive care
  • Routine laboratory testing
  • Microchip identification
  • Health certificates
  • Pet passport & travel documentation

Acute/Chronic Veterinary Care

  • Cardiology (e.g., hypertension, heart failure)
  • Endocrine (e.g., diabetes, thyroid disturbances)
  • Gastroenterology/nutrition (e.g., malnutrition, obesity, food intolerance)
  • Infectious diseases (e.g., parasites, viral/bacterial illness)
  • Neurology (e.g., seizures, stroke)

Surgery

  • Spay/neuter
  • Soft-tissue surgery
  • Orthopedics

Regular

  • Vaccinations
  • Puppy and kitten visits
  • Comprehensive wellness exams and preventive care
  • Routine laboratory testing
  • Microchip identification
  • Health certificates
  • Pet passport & travel documentation

Acute/Chronic Veterinary Care

  • Cardiology (e.g., hypertension, heart failure)
  • Endocrine (e.g., diabetes, thyroid disturbances)
  • Gastroenterology/nutrition (e.g., malnutrition, obesity, food intolerance)
  • Infectious diseases (e.g., parasites, viral/bacterial illness)
  • Neurology (e.g., seizures, stroke)

Surgery

  • Spay/neuter
  • Soft-tissue surgery
  • Orthopedics
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