When your pet faces an emergency, you need experienced, immediate help you can trust. Northwest Animal Hospital provides compassionate, skilled emergency care in Columbus for pets who need urgent attention.
Pet emergencies can happen suddenly and are often stressful for both you and your companion. Emergency care at Northwest Animal Hospital means our veterinary team is prepared to quickly assess and stabilize pets who need urgent help.
Whether it’s an injury, sudden illness, or severe symptoms, our team understands how frightening these situations can be. Prompt veterinary attention can make all the difference in your pet’s outcome.
Emergency care includes rapid diagnostics, pain management, wound treatment, minor surgeries, and support for breathing or shock. Our approach is thorough, calm, and designed to get answers fast. We have protocols in place for triaging emergencies, so your pet receives the right care without unnecessary delay.
As a Fear Free and Cat Friendly Certified practice, we also prioritize your pet’s comfort and emotional well-being. Serving Columbus and surrounding communities, we make emergency care accessible when pets need it most. Your pet’s safety and health are always our primary concern.
When you arrive at Northwest Animal Hospital for Columbus emergency pet care, our veterinary team moves into action. We balance speed, communication, and exceptional medical attention from the moment you walk through our doors.
Upon arrival, your pet receives a quick assessment to determine the severity of their condition. This triage step ensures pets with life-threatening or urgent issues receive priority care. Our team assesses vital signs, asks targeted questions, and communicates clearly with you about next steps.
After triage, our veterinarians use digital radiology, in-house laboratory testing, and hands-on exams to identify the cause of your pet’s symptoms. We stabilize your pet with IV fluids, oxygen, or medications if required, always explaining our actions so you stay informed.
Once stabilized, your pet may need treatments such as wound care, pain relief, minor surgical procedures, or management for sudden illnesses. Northwest Animal Hospital excels in emergency surgeries like laceration repair, foreign object removal, and more. Throughout treatment, your companion is monitored closely for any changes in condition.
Our commitment to Fear Free techniques ensures that every emergency visit minimizes stress and keeps your pet as calm as possible. Special treats, gentle handling, and quiet spaces for cats help reduce anxiety. Dr. Hollenbach leads our veterinary team in providing both expert medical care and emotional support during every emergency visit.
Acting fast during an emergency is critical to your pet’s survival and recovery. Many life-threatening conditions, such as severe lacerations, difficulty breathing, or suspected toxins, require prompt intervention.
Early emergency care can save lives and prevent long-term complications from injuries or illness. Timely intervention also means less pain, faster recovery, and increased chance of a favorable outcome. Certain emergencies, like urinary blockages or bloat, become far more manageable when addressed quickly.
Emergency care at Northwest Animal Hospital gives your pet the best chance for rapid stabilization and ongoing health.
Getting veterinary care right away can mean the difference between life and death in certain situations. Our team’s readiness ensures your pet gets the fastest response possible.
Prompt emergency intervention often prevents minor issues from becoming major crises. We act quickly to control bleeding, treat shock, and limit the severity of injuries.
Emergency care focuses on alleviating your pet’s pain as soon as possible. Fast pain relief is a top priority, improving both comfort and recovery outcomes.
It’s not always easy to know when an issue is urgent. The following symptoms require immediate evaluation by a veterinarian:
If your pet shows any of these signs, seek help right away. Prompt emergency veterinary care in Columbus can protect your pet’s life. If you're unsure, call Northwest Animal Hospital to discuss your concerns; our team will guide you on the next best step.
There’s no set schedule for emergency veterinary care; by definition, it’s required only when urgent symptoms appear. However, certain pets , such as seniors, those with chronic illnesses, or breeds prone to specific emergencies , may have higher risk factors.
Regular wellness exams and preventive care help reduce the chances of emergencies, but even healthy pets can be affected suddenly by accidents or acute illness. Our veterinarians are always available during open hours to assess urgent cases and provide guidance.
Northwest Animal Hospital’s team will offer recommendations tailored to your pet’s individual risks. If you suspect your pet is in distress, contact us immediately for expert advice specific to your situation.
Northwest Animal Hospital is trusted by pet owners across Columbus for emergency care that combines urgent medical expertise with comfort-focused handling.
We treat many urgent conditions, including wounds, mild breathing issues, vomiting, urinary obstruction, minor trauma, and more. For complex cases needing overnight care or intensive monitoring, our team can assist with rapid referral to specialty centers in Columbus.
Costs and time depend on your pet’s specific needs and the extent of emergency treatment required. For fee details and personalized timing, call (614) 451-4772 and our team will guide you through options and financial resources such as CareCredit.
If possible, bring your pet in a secure carrier or on a leash. Gather relevant medical history, medications, or information about the emergency; we will handle the rest. Our team uses Fear Free protocols to quickly ease your pet’s stress on arrival.
Emergency veterinary care addresses trauma, poisoning, difficulty breathing, severe illness, sudden pain, and other urgent symptoms. Early intervention helps manage pain, prevent shock, and increase the likelihood of a good recovery for your pet.
Call or visit Northwest Animal Hospital at 1071 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, OH 43220. Walk in Mondays and Tuesdays from 8am–12pm for urgent needs, or call during business hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 8am–6pm, Friday: 8am–5pm, 1st and 3rd Saturday: 8am–1pm. Closed Wednesdays and Sundays.
If your pet needs emergency care in Columbus, contact Northwest Animal Hospital right away. Call us at (614) 451-4772 or visit our easily accessible location across from FedEx at 1071 Old Henderson Road, Columbus, OH 43220.
We are here for urgent needs during all open hours and offer walk-in care for emergencies Monday and Tuesday mornings. For questions or if you’re unsure whether your pet needs urgent attention, call and speak with our caring veterinary team.
Your pet’s safety, health, and comfort are at the heart of every emergency visit. Choose Northwest Animal Hospital, the direction to better pet care in Columbus.
