Emergency Care
Lexington

Emergency & Urgent Care

When your pet needs prompt medical attention, PriorityPet Urgent Care in Lexington, KY is here to help. We offer walk-in urgent veterinary care for pets experiencing sudden illness or injury, providing timely support when your primary veterinarian is unavailable or when your pet’s condition shouldn’t wait for travel to a distant emergency hospital. Our clinic bridges the gap between routine daytime care and 24/7 emergency facilities, giving pet owners in Lexington and the surrounding communities a trusted option for urgent situations.

While we are not a 24/7 emergency hospital or ICU, our experienced veterinary team is equipped to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of urgent medical concerns. In more serious situations, our priority is quick evaluation, stabilization, and coordinating safe transfer to a full-service emergency or specialty hospital if advanced treatment or hospitalization is needed. Every visit begins with a thorough exam, and our doctors take time to clearly explain your pet’s condition and recommended next steps.

What Happens When You Arrive?

When your pet needs immediate attention, you shouldn’t have to spend time wondering what to do next. Our team will begin with a thorough evaluation to understand what’s happening and determine the appropriate level of care.

Depending on your pet’s symptoms and condition, we may recommend diagnostic testing such as blood work, urinalysis, digital X-rays, or ultrasound to help identify the cause of the problem. Our in-house diagnostic capabilities allow us to get answers quickly and begin appropriate treatment without unnecessary delays.

From there, we’ll explain our findings and discuss your pet’s treatment options with you. Our goal is to make sure you understand what’s happening, why we recommend a particular treatment, and what you can expect moving forward.

Urgent Conditions We Commonly Treat

We evaluate and treat a wide range of sudden illnesses and injuries, including:

• Vomiting or diarrhea
• Loss of appetite or dehydration
• Lethargy or weakness
• Coughing or other respiratory concerns
• Limping, lameness, or difficulty walking
• Signs of pain
• Wounds, cuts, and minor injuries
• Bite wounds and skin infections
• Allergic reactions, hives, or swelling
• Eye injuries, squinting, or discharge
• Urinary problems or difficulty urinating
• Suspected toxin ingestion
• Suspected foreign body ingestion
• Fever
• Constipation
• Sudden changes in behavior or activity

Every pet and situation is different, so if you’re concerned about a change in your pet’s health, it’s okay to ask. When you’re not sure whether something can wait, our team can help determine the safest next step.

When Your Pet Needs More Than Urgent Care

PriorityPet is an urgent care facility rather than a 24/7 emergency hospital or intensive care unit. Some conditions require around-the-clock monitoring, specialized equipment, advanced surgery, or hospitalization that we cannot provide on-site.

If your pet’s condition requires a higher level of care, we will explain why a referral is recommended and help coordinate the next step. In more serious cases, our team can focus on prompt evaluation and stabilization before your pet is transferred to a full-service emergency or specialty hospital.

Our goal is always the same: to make sure your pet receives the level of care that is safest and most appropriate for their individual needs.

Know When It’s an Emergency

Some symptoms should be treated as a true emergency and may require immediate attention at a full-service emergency hospital. These can include:

• Severe difficulty breathing or choking
• Blue, gray, or very pale gums
• Uncontrolled or severe bleeding
• Major trauma, such as being hit by a car
• Sudden collapse or unresponsiveness
• Seizures lasting more than five minutes or repeated seizures
• Severe abdominal swelling or pain
• Inability to urinate
• Other signs of a potentially life-threatening condition

If your pet is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, contact a 24/7 emergency hospital immediately.

We’re Here To Help

PriorityPet Urgent Care in Lexington, KY is designed to provide compassionate, efficient care without the added stress—or cost—of a full emergency hospital visit. With walk-in availability, extended hours, and a dedicated team, we’re here to help you navigate urgent pet health concerns with confidence.

If your pet is showing concerning symptoms or you’re unsure whether care can wait, give us a call or walk in—we’re here when you need us.