We treat your sick or injured pet with the loving care every family member deserves—any time of day, every day of the year. We are a VECCS Level 1 facilitiy.
At Avets, the health and well-being of your pet and family are our top priority. We are taking additional steps to keep patients, clients, and employees healthy and safe.
If your pet is in need of care, please complete a Client Registration Form. Contact us if you have any questions.
Dr. Ball from our emergency team is here to walk you through the latest updates to our hospital protocol.
At Avets, the safety of our patients, clients, and staff are our top priority. Thank you for your patience as we navigate these uncertain times together. We are here for you, providing 24/7 emergency and specialty care to our community.
If you have any questions please reach out: 412-373-4200.
The Wisconsin Humane Society started a creative new fundraising campaign last month. With the submission of a $15 donation, a group of WHS staff and volunteers will turn your pet into a work of art. The resulting drawings were varied and unique. Check them out at: bit.ly/3cBYVsC
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The Wisconsin Humane Society attends to 40,000 animals each year and relies on donations to make all of that work possible. To make sure it reaches its goals, the organization launched a new fundraiser campaign on the 25th of February.
As Pet Poison Prevention Month continues, we have information about plants that could be hazardous to pets🌿
This helpful list from Rover identifies plants with their name, a photo, common symptoms, whether they're toxic to dogs and/or cats, plant type, and toxicity level: rover.com/blog/poisonous-plants
If you suspect that your pet has ingested a plant and is exhibiting strange behaviors or symptoms, contact your primary care veterinarian immediately, or call the ASPCA Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435.
Remember that Avets is open 24/7 for pet emergencies.
Poisonous Plants to Dogs and Cats: 150+ Plants Dangerous to Your Pet
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Did you know many common household plants are toxic to your pets? Learn more about plants poisonous to dogs and cats with our compehensive guide.
Since the COVID-19 outbreak began, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has worked diligently with national and international organizations and infectious disease experts to provide the most up-to-date information to pet owners, AVMA members, and veterinary professionals.
Linked below is a Pet Owner FAQ page with information regarding Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19).
FAQ: bit.ly/2TYbIi0
In accordance with CDC recommendations to practice social distancing, Avets is taking steps to slow virus spread and protect the health of our families and yours. The following temporary changes are effective immediately at our hospital:
⚠️ No clients will be allowed into the hospital until further notice. If you have an emergency, please call the hospital when you arrive (412-373-4200), and a staff member will meet you in the parking lot. Your pet will be taken into the hospital for assessment. Once a doctor has assessed your pet, we will communicate with you by phone to make diagnostic and treatment recommendations and to collect payments. When your pet is ready to go home, a team member will bring your pet and any medications out to your car for discharge.
-For established patients with upcoming rechecks, a team member will be in contact with you before your scheduled appointment.
-For new clients seeking specialty referral, please be aware that patients with chronic or stable conditions or those seeking elective procedures may be asked to delay their appointment until a later date.
-If you believe your pet has an emergency, please call ahead before coming. We may be able to help you determine if emergency care is necessary or if your pet can wait to be seen by your primary care veterinarian.
-If you are a veterinarian referring a case for specialty or intensive care, please call the hospital to speak directly to the corresponding specialist so that we can work together to prioritize urgent cases.
We know that emergencies happen and that having an ill or injured pet is stressful. Caring for our critically ill pets is an essential service and we have no plans to stop providing emergency care. Please bear with us as some of the temporary changes made in response to COVID-19 may have impacts on efficiency and will be a departure from what those of you who have been here before are used to. We appreciate your patience!
All updates to our hospital policy are available at: avets.com/COVID-19
