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Compassionate

Pet Emergency and Urgent Care in Peoria & Morton, IL

When disaster strikes, our dedicated team provides expert emergency vet services and pet urgent care during business hours to address your pet’s immediate needs with calm, skilled attention. As trusted emergency vets in Peoria, IL, we’re here to help when your pet needs care most.

For after-hours emergencies, please contact Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic, a local, fully staffed emergency facility located in Peoria.

When Does

My Pet Need Emergency Care?

Certain symptoms and situations require immediate veterinary attention. If your pet is experiencing any of the following, contact our clinic during business hours or proceed directly to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital:

  • Difficulty breathing or open-mouth breathing (especially in cats)
  • Collapse, unconsciousness, or sudden inability to walk
  • Seizures or unresponsiveness
  • Persistent vomiting or diarrhea (especially with blood)
  • Bloated or distended abdomen (possible gastric torsion)
  • Trauma (hit by a car, falling from a height, animal attack)
  • Uncontrollable bleeding
  • Suspected poisoning or toxin ingestion
  • Inability to urinate (especially male cats)
  • High fever
  • Extreme lethargy
  • Heatstroke or signs of overheating

In these cases, every second counts. Please call ahead so we can prepare for your arrival and offer guidance.

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When Does

My Pet Need Urgent Care?

Urgent care is for non-life-threatening medical issues that still require prompt or same-day attention to prevent them from becoming more serious. While not an emergency, these conditions can cause discomfort or worsen quickly without veterinary care.

Examples of urgent care situations include:

  • Minor wounds or lacerations
  • Lameness or limping without obvious trauma
  • Sudden loss of appetite or vomiting without other symptoms
  • Itchy skin, ear infections, or hot spots
  • Mild to moderate coughing or sneezing
  • Eye redness, squinting, or discharge
  • Scooting or suspected anal gland issues
  • Urinary changes (frequent urination, straining, accidents)
  • Mild allergic reactions (swelling, hives)

If your pet is experiencing any of these signs, contact us as soon as possible. We’ll evaluate your pet promptly and provide the care they need to feel better fast — without the stress of a trip to the emergency clinic.

What to

Expect from Emergency & Urgent Care

During business hours, our veterinary team is equipped to handle a wide range of urgent medical situations. We offer:

  • Emergency triage and stabilization
  • Oxygen therapy and advanced monitoring
  • Wound care and trauma treatment
  • Vomiting, diarrhea, or toxin exposure evaluation
  • Pain management and supportive care
  • Diagnostic testing (labs, x-rays, ultrasound) to determine underlying causes

If your pet experiences a life-threatening emergency after hours, we work closely with Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic, a nearby after-hours emergency clinic, to ensure continuity of care.

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Why Choose

Tender Care Animal Hospital?

With decades of clinical experience, advanced equipment, and a compassionate approach, we’re fully prepared to support your pet during moments of crisis.

  • AAHA-accredited emergency protocols
  • Fully equipped for urgent medical care
  • Highly trained veterinary staff
  • Fear Free Certified approach during high-stress situations
  • Trusted by families across Peoria, Morton, and surrounding areas

Contact Us for Emergency or Urgent Care

For daytime emergencies, call us immediately. For after-hours situations, we’ll refer you to our trusted local emergency clinic partners such as Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic.

Tri-County Animal Emergency Clinic
1800 N. Sterling Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 672-1565

Veterinary Services We Offer

Pet Wellness Exams

Pet Spaying & Neutering

Pet Dental Care

Pet Microchipping

Pet In-House Lab & Imaging

Pet Nutritional & Behavioral Counseling

Pet Emergency & Urgent Care

Pet Laser Therapy

Pet Soft Tissue Surgery

Pet Orthopedic Surgery

Pet Grooming

Pet Daycare and Boarding

Pet Training

Pet Geriatric Care

Pet Euthanasia