Urgent Pet Care

Prompt, Same-Day Urgent Pet Care in Des Moines, WA on Mondays & Fridays

At Saltwater Animal Hospital, our urgent care services are here for those times when your pet needs prompt, same-day medical attention—but the situation is not life-threatening. We provide urgent care by appointment or call-ahead on Mondays and Fridays from 8am to 6pm.

📍 22014 7th Ave S, Suite 100, Des Moines, WA 98198
📞 Call us: 206-580-4640

When to Seek Urgent Care

If your pet is showing any of the following signs and needs to be seen the same day, please give us a call:

• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Minor wounds or abscesses
• Limping, swelling, or signs of pain
• Loss of appetite or signs of dehydration
• Itchy skin, hives, or rashes
• Eye redness, discharge, or tearing
• Ear infections or ear discomfort
• Pale gums
• Coughing, sneezing, or nasal discharge
• Worms, fleas, ticks, or mites
• Urinary changes (e.g., blood in urine, frequent urination)
• Suspected ingestion of something toxic*

If You Suspect Poisoning

Call us immediately at 206-580-4640.
If it’s after hours, contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435, available 24/7.

What Counts as Urgent Care?

Urgent Care (We can help):

• Stable condition
• Needs same-day attention
• Can wait a short time with monitoring

Emergency Care (seek a 24/7 emergency hospital):

• Difficulty breathing
• Severe trauma (e.g., hit by a car)
• Repeated seizures or loss of consciousness
• Severe bloating or signs of GDV
• Uncontrolled bleeding or choking
• Paralysis or collapse
• Labor complications needing intensive support
• Prolonged refusal to eat/drink paired with lethargy or vomiting

Urgent Care in Des Moines, WA

If your pet needs urgent care on a Monday or Friday between 8am and 6pm, call us at 206-580-4640 so we can get you scheduled and ready for your arrival. At Saltwater Animal Hospital, we’re here when your pet’s health can’t wait for the next appointment.