Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital provides urgent veterinary care by appointment for non-life-threatening issues during our regular clinic hours 7 days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays.

For life-threatening issues, please contact a local 24-hour emergency animal hospital or the after-hours veterinary clinic listed below.

(619) 670-6278

Urgent Care by Appointment

For serious but non-life-threatening issues.

Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital


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Call: (619) 670-6278


After-Hours Emergency Care

For immediate life-threatening issues.

Pet Emergency & Specialty Center-East County

OPEN: Evenings, Weekends & Holidays

Call: (619) 462-4800


Veterinary Urgent & Emergency Care

If your pet is showing any concerning symptoms or behaviors, immediately contact our office for advice and availability, or a local emergency animal hospital.

The reliable and compassionate team at Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital may be able to address urgent, same-day issues that are not life-threatening. Please call us for an appointment. Animals are our passion, and we take pride in providing your pet with the quality medical care they deserve.

Steps to Take in an Urgent Care Situation

If your pet requires urgent care, follow the steps below.

  • Call Ahead If Possible - During regular business hours call us right away. After hours, call the emergency animal hospital listed above to let them know you are on the way.
  • Follow Instructions Provided - When you call to let the emergency pet hospital know you are on your way, instructions may be provided to help you apply first aid or otherwise make your pet as comfortable. Follow these instructions carefully.
  • Remain Calm - Remain calm and be extra careful around your pet. When an animal is in pain they often react negatively towards anyone trying to help and could bite or scratch.
  • Bring Your Pet In For Care - Do not put yourself at risk! Safely bring your pet to our La Mesa veterinary clinic or the after-hours emergency vet location above.

Urgent Care FAQs

Read through our most frequently asked questions below to learn more about bringing your pet in for an urgent care appointment at Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital. 

  • Do I need to call ahead?

    Yes. Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital provides urgent veterinary care for cats and dogs by appointment during our regular clinic hours. Please call ahead to ensure that we can accommodate your pet.

    If we are unable to fit your pet into our schedule, we recommend that you visit the after-hours emergency vet location shown above or your local 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital. 

  • When is your clinic open?

    Our veterinarians see urgent cases by appointment during our regular business hours:

    • Monday:07:30 am - 06:00 pm
    • Tuesday:07:30 am - 06:00 pm
    • Wednesday:07:30 am - 06:00 pm
    • Thursday:07:30 am - 06:00 pm
    • Friday:07:30 am - 06:00 pm
    • Saturday:08:00 am - 05:00 pm
    • Sunday:08:00 am - 05:00 pm
     

  • What situations require immediate veterinary care?

    The following situations are examples of emergencies that require immediate care:

    • Severe bleeding or bleeding that doesn't stop
    • Obvious signs of pain or extreme anxiety
    • Choking, difficulty breathing, or continuous coughing/gagging
    • Fractured bones or severe lameness
    • Seizures and/or staggering
    • Bleeding from nose, mouth, rectum, or blood in the urine
    • Inability to urinate or pass feces, or pain associated with urinating or passing feces
    • Severe vomiting or diarrhea; 2+ episodes in 24-hours
    • Injuries to the eye(s)
    • Your pet has ingested something poisonous (such as antifreeze, xylitol, chocolate, rodent poison, etc.)
    • Heat stress or heatstroke
    • Refusal to drink for 24 hours or more
    • Unconsciousness
  • What happens if my pet needs to stay in the hospital?

    Some veterinary care situations require intensive overnight care. At Rancho Village Veterinary Hospital we provide overnight care for animals in need.

    While in our care, our dedicated team will treat your pet as if they were our own.

  • What types of animals do you treat?

    Our veterinarians are experienced in providing urgent care for cats and dogs in La Mesa and beyond.

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