Is Your Pet Having an Emergency?

As pet parents, we’ve all faced that terrifying moment: your cat won’t stop vomiting, your dog is suddenly limping, or something just feels off. But how do you know if it’s truly an emergency—or if it can wait for your family vet in the morning?

At REVIVE Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Prosper and Frisco, we’re here to take the guesswork (and panic) out of the equation. Below, you’ll find guidance to help you decide when to seek immediate care—and when it’s safe to wait. But remember: if you’re ever in doubt, call us or come in. We’re open 24/7, and we’d always rather see a healthy pet than miss a critical moment.

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Signs Your Pet Needs Emergency Care Now

If your pet is showing any of the following symptoms, they should be seen by a veterinarian immediately:

  • ArrowDifficulty breathing (or open-mouth breathing in cats)
  • ArrowSuspected poisoning or ingestion of toxins (e.g., chocolate, xylitol, medications)
  • ArrowBleeding that won’t stop or deep wounds
  • ArrowBloated or distended abdomen
  • ArrowTrauma (hit by a car, fall from height, animal attack)
  • ArrowRepeated vomiting or diarrhea, especially with blood
  • ArrowInability to urinate or defecate—especially straining without producing anything
  • ArrowLabor complications or active labor with no puppies/kittens delivered in over an hour
  • ArrowCollapse, fainting, or unresponsiveness
  • ArrowParalysis or sudden weakness in one or more limbs
  • ArrowSeizures, especially clusters or lasting over 2 minutes
  • ArrowSevere eye injuries or swelling
  • ArrowKnown heart, kidney, or other chronic disease with sudden worsening
  • ArrowSudden or severe pain (crying out, reluctance to move, guarding belly)
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When in Doubt, Trust Your Gut and Call Us

Nobody knows your pet like you do. If something feels wrong, we’re here to listen, evaluate, and help—without judgment or pressure. Whether it’s 2 p.m. or 2 a.m., REVIVE is open 24/7 with a full emergency team and specialty surgical support.

We proudly serve a wide range of communities, ensuring that quality veterinary care is just a short drive away:

  • Frisco
  • Plano
  • Little Elm
  • Allen
  • McKinney
  • Celina
  • Aubrey
  • Melissa
  • Denton
  • Lewisville
  • The Colony
  • Carrollton
  • Richardson
  • Garland
  • Irving
  • Addison
  • Dallas
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