Emergency Services for Your Pet

Our Emergency Policies

The medical team at Bryan Road Animal Hospital understands that medical emergencies for a beloved pet can, and often do, happen outside of normal business hours. This is why we work to make sure our clients have access to 24/7 emergency care.

During our regular business hours, Bryan Road Animal Hospital medical staff and resources are available to help you with any emergency your pet experiences. This includes our internal medicine expertise, diagnostic technology, and surgical suite. If possible, please call in advance so we can prepare for your arrival.

Emergency Veterinary Hospitals We Recommend

For emergencies that occur outside of our regular hospital hours, we refer our clients to the following emergency facilities:

Veterinary Specialty Services - West 7770 Winghaven Blvd. O'Fallon, MO 63368 (636) 227-9400		Veterinary Specialty Services - Manchester 1021 Howard George Drive Manchester, MO (636) 227-9400
The Animal Emergency Clinic - St. Charles County 334 Fort Zumwalt Square O'Fallon, MO 63366 (636) 240-5496		The Animal Emergency Clinic - South Metro 9937 Big Bend Kirkwood, MO. 63122 (314) 822-7600
Midwest Veterinary Referral Center 17497 N. Outer 40 Drive Chesterfield, MO 63005 (636) 536-4991		Associated Veterinary Services 12462G Natural Bridge Road Bridgeton, MO 63044 (314) 739-3330

When to Seek Emergency Care for Your Pet

The easiest answer as to whether you should seek emergency care for your pet is when you feel his or her medical condition is serious and cannot wait. However, the following general situations should help you determine if you need to seek emergency care for your pet:

• Difficulty breathing
• Acute abdominal swelling
• Electric shock
• Excessive vomiting or diarrhea
• Bleeding
• Exhibits symptoms of heat stroke
• Seizures
• Sudden onset of weakness
• High or low temperature (more than 104 or less than 100 degrees)
• Unable to urinate or defecate