Veterinary Services
Pet Urgent Care
Ada, OH
When something feels off with your pet, you shouldn’t have to wait days for an appointment — or rush straight to the emergency hospital. Our urgent care services provide timely medical attention for non-life-threatening concerns, giving you peace of mind when your pet needs to be seen quickly.
Pet Urgent Care
When to Seek Urgent Care for Your Pet
You may want to schedule an urgent care appointment 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
If you’re unsure whether your pet’s symptoms require immediate attention, give us a call. One of our trained team members will walk you through what’s happening and help you determine the safest next steps for your pet’s health and comfort.
Urgent Care FAQs
What’s the difference between an urgent care visit and an emergency?
Urgent care is for medical concerns that require prompt attention but are not life-threatening. An office hours emergency involves life-threatening conditions that require immediate medical care for survival.
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 419-558-5985.
Is Metz Petz of Ada equipped to handle life-threatening emergencies during regular hours?
Yes. During our regular business hours, our medical team is equipped to provide emergency and lifesaving care. If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening medical concern, please call our clinic immediately at 419-558-5985 so we can prepare for your arrival.
What if my pet needs hospitalization or surgery during the visit?
Can I drop my pet off for an urgent care visit?
What payment options do you accept?
How do I schedule an urgent care appointment?
Do you offer urgent care after business hours?
We do not offer urgent care services outside of our regular business hours. If your pet requires medical attention when we are closed, please contact a local urgent care or emergency facility, such as WCOVES, 419-991-0755, 3077 Harding Hwy. Lima, OH 45801 or COVE, 740-481-2683, 585 Sunbury Rd. Delaware, OH 43015
