Same-Day and Emergency Vet Care in Maple Ridge, BC
When your pet needs care that cannot wait, Haney Animal Hospital in Maple Ridge, BC accepts urgent walk-in cases during our regular clinic hours. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. If your pet is showing signs of a serious emergency, call us at (604) 476-2525 as you make your way in so we can prepare for your arrival. For emergencies that occur outside our hours, please contact one of the 24-hour emergency hospitals listed below.
Breathing Difficulty
Labored breathing, open-mouth breathing in cats, a persistent honking cough, or blue-tinged gums are signs of a respiratory emergency that requires immediate attention. Do not wait to see if breathing difficulties resolve on their own. Call us at (604) 476-2525 right away if your dog or cat is having trouble breathing during our hours. We will assess airway function, listen to heart and lung sounds, and recommend imaging or oxygen support as needed.
Seizures and Collapse
A seizure lasting more than two minutes, cluster seizures within a 24-hour period, or sudden collapse are medical emergencies. If your pet is seizing, keep them away from furniture and other hazards, time the episode if you can, and call us on your way in. Do not put your hand near their mouth. After the seizure, your pet may be disoriented. We will assess the possible causes, stabilize your pet, and recommend further workup based on the findings.
Trauma and Accident Injuries
Pets that have been hit by a vehicle, fallen from a height, or sustained blunt force trauma should be examined even if they appear to be walking normally. Internal injuries are not always visible, and shock can mask the severity of what has happened. Call us at (604) 476-2525 as you head to the clinic so our team is ready when you arrive. We assess for shock, internal bleeding, fractures, and soft tissue injuries using physical examination and imaging.
Allergic Reactions
Allergic reactions can range from mild hives and facial swelling to severe systemic reactions involving vomiting, weakness, and collapse. Insect stings, food exposures, and contact with plants or environmental triggers are common causes. If your pet develops sudden facial swelling, hives, repeated vomiting, or appears weak after a known or possible exposure, call us immediately. Severe reactions require prompt intervention and monitoring.
Urinary Blockage, Pyometra, and Heatstroke
Urinary blockage, especially in male cats, is a painful condition that requires urgent assessment. Signs include straining to urinate, frequent attempts with little or no output, crying when trying to urinate, or a distended abdomen. Pyometra is a serious uterine infection in unspayed females and requires prompt evaluation. Heatstroke can occur in any dog or cat during warm weather or in an enclosed space. Signs include excessive panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, and disorientation. All three conditions require same-day care during our hours.
Wounds, Lacerations, Limping, and Foreign Bodies
Cuts, bite wounds, deep lacerations, and puncture injuries should be assessed promptly to reduce infection risk and determine whether closure is needed. Sudden limping, especially after outdoor activity or a known injury, should be examined to rule out fractures, ligament injuries, or paw injuries. If your pet has swallowed a foreign object, signs including repeated vomiting, drooling, loss of appetite, and a painful or distended abdomen require urgent evaluation. We also provide same-day parvovirus supportive care and oxygen support for pets in respiratory distress.
FAQs
Does Haney Animal Hospital accept walk-in emergency cases in Maple Ridge?
Yes. We accept urgent walk-in cases during our regular clinic hours, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Calling ahead at (604) 476-2525 allows us to prepare for your arrival.
What do I do if my pet has an emergency after hours?
For emergencies outside our hours, please contact one of the 24-hour emergency hospitals in the Vancouver area: Canada West Veterinary Specialists and 24-Hour Emergency at (604) 473-4882, VCA Canada Vancouver Animal Emergency and Referral Centre at (604) 879-3737, or Central Animal Emergency Clinic at (778) 743-3396.
How do I know if my pet's situation is urgent enough to come in without an appointment?
If you are unsure, call us at (604) 476-2525 and we will help you assess the situation over the phone. In general, if your pet is in obvious pain, unable to breathe normally, bleeding significantly, or has collapsed, come in right away without waiting for a callback.
Can Haney Animal Hospital treat a cat with a urinary blockage?
Yes. Urinary blockage in male cats is a same-day emergency we assess and manage during clinic hours. Call (604) 476-2525 immediately if your cat is straining to urinate, vocalizing, or not producing any urine. This condition is painful and can become life-threatening if not addressed promptly.
If your pet needs urgent care in Maple Ridge, call Haney Animal Hospital at (604) 476-2525 right away or walk in during our clinic hours. For after-hours emergencies, please contact one of the 24-hour facilities listed above.