Emergency Care
At Pet Emergency & Specialty Center of Marin
Comprehensive, compassionate care for the moments they need it most.
Unsure if your pet is experiencing an emergency?
Call us or bring them to our hospital. We are equipped to treat ANY emergency situation.
24/7, 365 days a year
24/7, 365 days a year
No appointment needed for ANY emergency care
Care you can count on
Walk-ins are welcome. We’re here for you and them.
Our Marin hospital provides 24/7 emergency care services 365 days a year. Our fully-equipped hospital features state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and an experienced emergency team ready to provide immediate intervention for pets in crisis.
24/7 Emergency Services
Emergencies & Urgent Care
Delivering world-class veterinary care, close to home, 24/7.
Specialists On-Call
Unlike ER-only clinics, our board-certified specialists are available to consult on any case.
Advanced Imaging & Diagnostics
Minimally invasive, life-saving tests are performed right in our hospital.
On-Site Labs
Rapid test results mean faster care for your pet.
Digital X-Ray
Modern and on-site, for rapid diagnosis of critical issues.
Surgery
Fully equipped surgery suites, experienced emergency veterinarians, and on-call specialists ensure expert care whenever it’s needed.
Hospitalization
If your pet needs to stay overnight, they will receive all the love and medical support they need to speed their recovery.
End of Life Care
Gentle, compassionate euthanasia with the comfort and privacy you and your pet deserve.
Common emergencies
Whether your primary veterinarian is unavailable or your pet needs immediate care, we’re here to help.
- Accidents, injuries, and trauma
- Bleeding
- Bloat
- Collapse or unresponsiveness
- Complications from chronic disease
- Difficulty breathing
- Urinary obstruction
- Ingesting medications or objects
- Seizures
- Vomiting and diarrhea
- Upper airway crisis
- Spontaneous or traumatic pneumothorax
- Feline pyothorax
- Pericardial effusion
- Treatment of common toxicities (chocolate, raisins/grapes, marijuana, etc.)
- Sepsis
- Vestibular disease
Prepare for your visit
- 01Call us immediately, if possible. We’ll assess your pet’s condition before they arrive, then act once they do.
- 02Pack your pet’s medical records. If they’ve swallowed something poisonous, bring the remains of what was eaten.
- 03Travel gently with your loved ones. Use a carrier if you can.
During your visit
- 01Check in when you arrive and we’ll see you as soon as possible.
- 02Your pet will be thoroughly examined by an ER trained veterinarian to assess the severity of their condition.
- 03We will discuss findings and provide recommendations for care, ensuring you are involved every step of the way.
After your visit
- 01Follow your pet’s treatment plan and schedule check-ups with your primary veterinarian as recommended.
- 02You know your pet best. If anything seems amiss or you have any concerns, give us a call — we’re here for you.
- 03Our team will contact your primary veterinarian to provide records and discuss details of the care we provided.
Our emergency team
Most of our emergency vets have over 10 years of experience. When your pet needs care urgently, we are ready and uniquely able to help.