After Hours Vet & Emergency & After-Hours Vet Care in Milsons Point

We understand that accidents happen and we are here to support you.

Our practice is open 6 days a week with a team of highly experienced veterinarians and trained support staff who are equipped to provide urgent medical care for your pets.

All emergency cases are assessed upon arrival. Kindly inform our team that your pet requires emergency care and where possible, provide information surrounding the circumstances that may have led up to your pet’s presenting condition.

To ensure that we have a good understanding of your pet’s condition, our vets pay perform additional diagnostics as part of their assessment.

After Hours and Emergency Veterinary Care in Sydney’s Lower North Shore

Veterinary emergencies rarely happen at convenient times. If your dog or cat is unwell, injured, or showing signs of distress outside of regular clinic hours, it is important to know where to turn and what to do. Pet Medical Milsons Point provides pet care services and can advise you on the best course of action for your pet’s situation.

Some of the diagnostics include:

• Blood tests
• Diagnostic imaging (X-rays and ultrasound)
• Electrocardiography (If required)

Our team will strive to keep you informed throughout the process and depending on your pet’s needs, we will guide you through the appropriate next steps to provide your pet with the appropriate care they require.

If you require care for your pet after hours, please call SASH on 9889 0289 or North Shore Emergency Clinic on 9436 4884.

What Counts as a Veterinary Emergency?

Some situations require immediate veterinary attention, regardless of the time of day. If your pet is experiencing any of the following, seek emergency veterinary care without delay:

• Difficulty breathing or sudden respiratory distress
• Collapse, loss of consciousness, or severe weakness
• Seizures or uncontrolled trembling
• Suspected poisoning or ingestion of a toxic substance
• Severe trauma, such as being hit by a vehicle, a fall from height, or a serious bite wound
• Uncontrolled or significant bleeding
• Sudden inability to walk or use limbs
• Bloated, hard, or distended abdomen with signs of distress (particularly in large dogs, as this may indicate gastric torsion, which is life-threatening)
• Difficulty urinating, especially in male cats, as this can indicate a urinary blockage, which is a medical emergency
• Eye injuries or sudden loss of vision
• Suspected fractures

When in doubt, call us. Our team can help you assess the urgency of your pet’s situation and advise you on the most appropriate next steps.

After Hours Veterinary Care: What Are Your Options?

If your pet requires veterinary attention outside of our clinic’s regular opening hours, there are options available to pet owners.

Emergency Referral Hospitals

For life-threatening emergencies, we maintain referral relationships with specialist emergency veterinary hospitals in Sydney that provide 24-hour care, like SASH and North Shore Animal Hospital. 

Urgent Care at Pet Medical Milsons Point

During clinic hours, Pet Medical Milsons Point is able to accommodate urgent and same-day appointments for pets that require prompt attention. Our urgent care service covers:

• Acute illness: Sudden vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, or loss of appetite that develops rapidly
• Wounds and lacerations: Cuts, bite wounds, or injuries that may require cleaning, suturing, or antibiotic treatment
• Eye and ear problems: Sudden redness, discharge, swelling, or apparent pain in the eyes or ears
• Allergic reactions: Facial swelling, hives, or sudden itching following a sting, bite, or exposure to an allergen
• Pain assessment: If your pet appears to be in pain, but the cause is unclear
• Post-surgical complications: Concerns following a recent procedure

“We understand that emergencies happen and will always be here for you and your pet.”

Frequently Asked Questions