Pet Sick Visits

Our team is here for you and your pet when you need us most.

Pet Sick Visits

When something feels off with your pet, you shouldn’t have to wait days for answers. Our sick visit appointments are designed to provide timely medical care for non-life-threatening concerns, so your pet can be seen as quickly as possible.

We offer a limited number of same-day sick visit appointments (pending availability) to care for a wide range of medical concerns. Whether your pet is experiencing vomiting, diarrhea, limping, minor injuries, or sudden behavioral changes, our team will evaluate their condition, provide appropriate treatment, and help them feel better as quickly as possible.

When to Schedule a Sick Visit for Your Pet

You may want to schedule a sick visit if your pet is experiencing:

Urinary issues (straining, urinating blood)
Toxin or foreign body ingestion
Bite wounds
Parasite concerns (fleas, mites, sudden itching)
Ear or eye infections (redness, discharge, squinting, head shaking)
Significant behavioral changes
Coughing or sneezing
Dehydration or excessive drinking
Diarrhea or vomiting
Cuts, abrasions, or abscesses
Mild lameness, pain, or limping
Rash, hives, or facial swelling
Scooting
Overgrown or broken nails

a vet uses a stethoscope to check a puppy

If you’re unsure whether your pet should be seen, give us a call at (518) 417-4254. Our team can help guide you on next steps and determine whether a same-day appointment is recommended.

Pet Sick Visit FAQs

What’s the difference between a sick visit and an emergency?

K

L

Sick visits are for medical concerns that require prompt attention but are not life-threatening. Emergencies involve life-threatening conditions that require immediate medical care.

Examples of life-threatening emergencies include:

Being hit by a car
Severe difficulty breathing
Inability to urinate
Excessive or uncontrolled bleeding
Abdominal bloating
Collapse or seizures

If you believe your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call our office immediately at (518) 417-4254.

Is Wood Hill Veterinary Clinic equipped to handle emergencies during regular hours?

K

L

Yes. During our regular business hours, our medical team is equipped to provide emergency and lifesaving care. Please call ahead so we can prepare for your arrival.

What if my pet needs hospitalization or surgery?

K

L

Our doctor will review all recommended treatment options with you and discuss next steps. If specialty care or 24-hour monitoring is needed, we will coordinate a transfer to a trusted emergency or specialty hospital.

Can I drop my pet off for a sick visit?

K

L

We offer a limited number of drop-off appointments each day. Please call our office to check availability and review instructions.

What payment options do you accept?

K

L

We do not offer in-house payment plans. We accept major credit cards, cash, CareCredit, Trupanion and Scratchpay. Our team will review all estimates with you prior to treatment.

How do I schedule a sick visit?

K

L

If your pet is experiencing a non-life-threatening medical concern, please call our office to check same-day appointment availability. Our team will work with you to find the soonest available time to have your pet seen.

Do you offer sick visits after business hours?

K

L

We do not offer sick visit appointments outside of our regular business hours. If your pet needs care when we are closed, please contact a local emergency hospital such as:

Upstate Veterinary Specialties — 24-hour ER
152 Sparrowbush Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Phone: 518-783-3198

Capital District Veterinary Referral Hospital — 24-hour ER
222 Troy Schenectady Rd, Latham, NY 12110
Phone: 518-785-1094