What is the exact difference between urgent care and a medical emergency?

Emergencies are life-threatening situations that require a 24/7 ER, such as severe bleeding, collapse, difficulty breathing, seizures, or major trauma (like being hit by a car). Urgent care is for sudden, uncomfortable, but non-severe issues—like mild vomiting, diarrhea, limping, or minor cuts—that need medical attention today but are not immediately life-threatening.

What should I do if my pet has a medical crisis after hours?

Because Braescroft Animal Clinic only offers urgent care during our standard business hours, we strongly recommend taking your pet directly to the nearest 24-hour veterinary emergency hospital if they experience a crisis overnight, on the weekend, or during a holiday.

Can I just walk into the clinic if my pet is sick?

We kindly ask that you always call us at (713) 721-8081 before heading to the clinic. Calling ahead allows our veterinarians to ensure we have the necessary staff and equipment available at that exact moment to safely treat your pet, or it allows us to quickly redirect you to a facility that does.

Pet Urgent Care

When your pet is suddenly sick or injured, it is a frightening experience. While Braescroft Animal Clinic is not a 24/7 emergency hospital, we do provide dedicated urgent care for non-life-threatening issues during our regular business hours. If you are concerned about your pet's health, please call us right away. Our team will help you evaluate the best options and, if it is a situation our doctors can safely handle, we will do everything in our power to get your pet seen as soon as possible.

Call (713) 721-8081

How Our Daytime Urgent Care Works

Step 1: Call Us First

Please always call our front desk before arriving at the clinic! Explain your pet's symptoms to our trained staff. This allows us to prepare for your arrival or determine if your pet's condition requires a fully equipped, 24-hour emergency room.

Step 2: Expert Triage & Guidance

We will always be honest with you. If your pet is experiencing a severe trauma, struggling to breathe, or requires overnight monitoring, we will immediately direct you to a trusted local emergency hospital so no time is wasted getting them critical care.

Step 3: Prompt Care

If your pet's issue is urgent but not severe—such as a minor laceration, sudden limping, an allergic reaction, or an ear infection—we will work diligently to adjust our schedule, fit you in that same day, and provide your pet with immediate relief.

Frequently Asked Questions

24/7 Emergency Veterinary Hospitals

If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, or if you need assistance outside of our regular business hours, please head directly to one of our trusted local partners:

Gulf Coast Veterinarian Specialists

8042 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024

(713) 693-1111

http://www.gvcs.com/

Monday-Thursday: 8 AM – 6 PM nightly

Friday 6 PM – Monday 8 AM continuously

Weekends and Holidays: 24 hour continuous care

Sugarland Veterinarian Specialists & ER

1515 Lake Point Parkway, Sugarland, TX 77478

(218) 491 - 7800

https://slvetspecialists.com/

Monday-Thursday: 8 AM – 6 PM nightly