Pet Owners

To improve intake efficiency please call our clinic and provide our receptionists with your information and a detailed summary of what is wrong with your pet.

For Urgent Care

For animals who are sick, but stable. Examples include limping, itchy ears or skin, frequent urination (patient is able to urinate), vomiting occasionally, diarrhea, coughing without difficulty breathing, sneezing or discharge frome ears or eyes. Please call us with details and to get information on wait times.

For Emergencies

For animals who require immediate veterinary care. Examples include trouble breathing, active seizures, pets who are non-responsive, hit by cars or other traumatic injuries and pets who are straining, but unable to urinate.

What To Expect

Allow our skilled staff to guide you and your pet through excellent care.

1

Call

Call our office prior to leaving your home. We can advise you on wait times or instruct you to come over immediately in cases of emergency. Give our receptionists as much information as possible about your pet in a timely manner so they can best advise you and inform our veterinarians.

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Arrival and Check In

Upon arrival one of our knowledgeable, licensed veterinary technicians will assess your pet and place you in a waiting queue that is determined based on time of arrival and urgency of care required. One of our staff will keep you updated on wait times.

3

Exam, Diagnostics and Treatment

A veterinary technician will take you and your pet to an exam room where they will collect a detailed history and your pet will be examined by one of our veterinarians. We do not accept requests for specific veterinarians for exams. The veterinarian will present you with a plan for diagnostics and treatments. These will be completed only with your approval.

4

Check Out

After completion of the agreed upon diagnostics and treatments, the veterinarian or veterinary technician will communicate with you a plan and dispense any necessary medications. Payment is due prior to discharge. See resources for more information about financing.

How To Pay

We accept credit cards, cash or checks as well as Scratchpay and CareCredit.

Looking for Options to Finance your Bill?

Financing

We get it, medical emergencies can come out of nowhere and that means you need help! While we do not accept payment plans, we do accept Scratchpay and CareCredit. See resources below for more information!

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Useful Resources

Need Financial Assistance?

We know medical care is expensive and that it can be stressful to pay for care, especially in emergencies. If you have concerns about making your full payment, see if you qualify for financial assistance with one of the links below. Do not hesitate to ask our staff for additional information.

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Useful Resources

Since we cannot be open for every emergency, we have compiled a list of the closest emergency veterinarians and other resources.

Animal Poison Control Center (APCC)

The ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) is an excellent resource for any animal poison-related emergency. The APCC hotline (888) 426-4435, is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Their website has a searchable database for toxic plants, household products, etc., and tips on poison prevention.

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VetTriage

VetTriage is a telehealth veterinary service that provides 24/7 remote assesments of your pet by a licensed veterinarian.

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VCA Canada Alta Vista Animal Hospital

VCA Canada Alta Vista Animal Hospital is located in Gloucester, ON in Canada. If you have your pet's rabies certificate, bring it with you in order to cross the border into Canada. Phone: 613-731-6851 2616 Bank Street, Gloucester, ON, K1T 1M9

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Veterinary Medical Center of Central New York

Veterinary Medical Center of Central New York is an emergency facility located in Syracuse, NY. Check their website or call prior to driving to make sure they are accepting emergencies. Phone (315) 446-7933 5841 Bridge Street, East Syracuse, NY 13057

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BEVS- Burlington Emergency & Veterinary Specialists

BEVS is an emergency and specialy veterinary hospital located in Williston, VT near Burlington. Check out their website and call prior to driving to make sure they are accepting emergencies. Phone (802) 863-2387 1417 Marshall Avenue, Williston, VT, 05495

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Upstate Veterinary Specialties

Upstate Veterinary Specialties is an emergency and specialty veterinary hospital in Latham, NY. Check out their website and call prior to driving to make sure they are accepting emergencies. Phone (518) 783-3198 152 Sparrowbush Rd, Latham, NY 12110

Learn More

Have Questions?


Do I need to make an appointment?

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Will you be doing vaccine appointments or annual wellness exams?

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Are you open 24/7?

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How much will my visit cost and when is payment due?

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A member of your team recommended we do not bring our pet in at this time, why would they do this?

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What animals do you see?

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52 W Main St. Norfolk, NY 13667

(315) 234-7795

Hours

Hours are subject to change

Monday

9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tuesday

Closed

Wednesday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday

Closed

Sunday

Closed

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