Foreign body in dogs and cats: when ingestion becomes an emergency. Pets eat things they shouldn’t. Most pass through. Some don’t. When a foreign body causes an obstruction or perforates the GI tract, it becomes a surgical emergency. Knowing when to come in can save your pet’s life. If your pet swallowed something unusual —…
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When to bring your pet to the emergency clinic: a guide for Atlanta pet owners. Most pet families ask this question at 9 p.m. on a Sunday. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Marietta offers a simple framework — and the reassurance that, sometimes, it’s okay to wait until morning. Call (404) 609-1234 Emergency Services…
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Fireworks, thunderstorms, and pet anxiety: help for the pet hiding under the bed. July 4th is the highest pet-runaway day of the year. Dogwood’s veterinary behavior service in Marietta, GA offers practical steps for the night itself — and a bigger-picture look at how anxiety care helps Atlanta pets and families enjoy life year-round. Call…
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Summer pet safety tips for Atlanta pet owners: heat, parks, BBQs, and what we see in the ER every week. Georgia summers are no joke. Dogwood Veterinary Specialty & Emergency in Marietta, GA shares the most common summer emergencies we see across the Atlanta metro — and the simple steps that prevent most of them.…
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Pyometra and emergency C-section: Top signs of pyometra in dogs & cats Both can kill if untreated. Pyometra is an infected uterus — a life-threatening emergency in intact female dogs and cats. Dystocia (difficult birth) can mean the puppies, kittens, or mother are at risk. Both are surgical emergencies our team handles 24/7. Pyometra typically…
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Pet trauma: fractures, wounds, and what to do first. Time matters with trauma. Hit by car, dog fight, fall from height, or chest injury — rapid stabilization, imaging, and surgical capability all in one place make the difference. Dogwood’s ER and orthopedic teams work together 24/7. Trauma is a frequent reason for emergency visits, and…
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Pet poisoning: the most common toxins and what to do If you saw your pet eat something toxic — or even suspect it — call us first. Time is the biggest factor in outcome for most poisonings. Some toxins have antidotes if treated within hours; others cause delayed but severe damage. Pet poisoning happens fast…
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Vomiting and diarrhea: when GI symptoms become an emergency. Most cases resolve on their own. Some don’t. Knowing the difference matters — especially in young pets, seniors, and animals with underlying disease. Here’s when to bring your pet in. Vomiting and diarrhea can be triggered by something as simple as a dietary upset — or…
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Splenic mass and internal bleeding: the silent emergency in older dogs. This often comes out of nowhere. A previously healthy older dog suddenly collapses, has pale gums, or seems exhausted. The most common cause is a ruptured splenic mass — a true emergency that requires stabilization, transfusion, and surgery. The spleen is a blood-filled organ…
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Is My Pet’s Behavior Treatable? 6 Questions to Ask Yourself Is My Pet’s Behavior Treatable? 6 Honest Questions to Ask Yourself — From Dr. Bridgette Wilson If you’re reading this, you’ve probably already Googled your pet’s behavior, tried a few things, and felt frustrated. Maybe you’ve been told your dog is ‘stubborn’ or your cat…
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