Daytime Emergency Care
Contact Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital
OPEN: Monday - Friday: 08:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday: 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM
Sunday: CLOSED
Call: (831) 688-4242
After Hours Emergency Care
Contact Pacific & Santa Cruz Veterinary Specialists
OPEN: Evenings, Weekends & Holidays
Call: 831-475-5400
Emergency Veterinary Services
If your pet is experiencing any symptoms of showing any behaviors which are causing you concern, contact our pet hospital as soon as possible or one of the emergency after-hours hospitals listed above.
The compassionate and reliable veterinary team at Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital offers quality veterinary care for pets in emergency situations. PEts are our passion and we take great pride in being able to provide your pet with the medical care they deserve when they need it most.
Steps to Take In A Pet Emergency
If your pet is experiencing a veterinary emergency, follow the steps below.
- Call Ahead If Possible - During regular business hours call us right away. After hours, call the emergency animal hospital listed above to let them know you are on the way.
- Follow Instructions Provided - When you call to let the emergency pet hospital know you are on your way, instructions may be provided to help you apply first aid or otherwise make your pet as comfortable. Follow these instructions carefully.
- Remain Calm - Remain calm and be extra careful around your pet. When an animal is in pain they often react negatively towards anyone trying to help and could bite or scratch.
- Bring Your Pet In For Care - Do not put yourself at risk! Safely bring your pet to our Santa Cruz County veterinary clinic or the after-hours emergency vet location above.
Emergency FAQs
Read through our most frequently asked questions below to learn more about bringing your pet in for an emergency appointment at Aptos-Creekside Pet Hospital.