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Is This an Emergency? Know in 30 Seconds.

A fridge-ready cheat sheet that shows when your dog needs the ER, when to call your vet, and when it's safe to watch and wait.

What's inside

  • The 10 signs that mean go now, including ones owners often miss, like a swollen belly with dry heaving
  • The symptoms that need a same-day call to your vet
  • When it's okay to watch for 24 hours, and when to move up a level
  • How to check your dog's normal gums, breathing and temperature in seconds
  • Space for your vet, your 24/7 ER and two pet poison hotlines

One printable page. Stick it on the fridge so it's there when you need it most.

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Three levels, one quick decision

Go now

Signs your dog needs an emergency vet right away. Call ahead while you drive.

Call today

Problems that aren't life-threatening yet but need a same-day visit.

Watch

Minor issues you can monitor at home for 24 hours, and the signs that mean it's time to call.

From Doc Jules the Vet

I'm Dr. Jules Adams, a veterinarian and the author of The Art of Dog Parenting. I've been a parent to more than a dozen dogs, and I made this sheet so you never have to guess in a scary moment. When in doubt, call. Your vet would always rather hear from you.

This cheat sheet is a quick guide, not a substitute for a veterinary exam.

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