🚨 Emergency Contacts for Dog Owners

Keep these important numbers handy for any pet emergency situation.

⚡ In Case of Emergency

  1. Stay Calm - Your dog can sense your stress
  2. Assess the Situation - Is it life-threatening?
  3. Call Ahead - Contact the emergency vet before arriving
  4. Transport Safely - Use a carrier or secure restraint

🇺🇸 National Emergency Resources

ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center

(888) 426-4435

24/7 emergency poison helpline ($95 consultation fee may apply)

Pet Poison Helpline

(855) 764-7661

24/7 animal poison control ($85 consultation fee)

ASPCA National Animal Control

(212) 876-7700

For lost pets and animal control issues

🏥 Your Local Emergency Contacts

Fill in your local emergency veterinary contacts:

Primary Emergency Vet

📞 _______________

Name: _________________________

Address: ______________________

Hours: ________________________

Secondary Emergency Vet

📞 _______________

Name: _________________________

Address: ______________________

Hours: ________________________

Regular Veterinarian

📞 _______________

Name: _________________________

Address: ______________________

Hours: ________________________

📋 Additional Important Contacts

Pet Insurance Company

📞 _______________

Policy #: ______________________

Pet Sitter/Dog Walker

📞 _______________

Name: _________________________

Emergency Pet Care Friend/Family

📞 _______________

Name: _________________________

Local Animal Control

📞 _______________

For lost pets and stray animals

⚠️ When to Seek Emergency Care

🚨 Immediate Emergency

  • Difficulty breathing or choking
  • Unconsciousness or collapse
  • Severe bleeding
  • Suspected poisoning
  • Seizures
  • Severe trauma or injury

⚡ Urgent Care Needed

  • Persistent vomiting or diarrhea
  • Signs of extreme pain
  • Difficulty urinating
  • Bloated or distended abdomen
  • Eye injuries
  • Heatstroke symptoms

📄 Printable Emergency Card

Print this section and keep it in your wallet or car:

🐕 Emergency Pet Contacts

Pet Name: _______________

Emergency Vet: _______________

Poison Control: (888) 426-4435

Regular Vet: _______________

Pet Insurance: _______________