There are times when Animal Intermediate Care can of be of great service to you and your pet. Our goal is to compliment the care that is provided by your primary veterinarian and help get your pet the medical care it needs when acute problems occur. We always encourage, when new problems arise, to consult with your primary veterinary hospital first. If they determine that your pets medical condition needs veterinary attention but are unable to accommodate seeing you, then they may refer you to us. There will be times when referral to an emergency clinic may be more appropriate and there may be times that waiting for your veterinarians next available appointment will also be appropriate.
| Your Primary Care Veterinarian |
| Acute illness and they confirm they can accommodate you New pet exams Chronic disease conditions Dental disease Wellness/preventative care (vaccines, spay/neuter, etc) If your pet has a new mass, lump or bump Pregnancy and associated conditions Euthanasia |
| AIC |
| Acute illness/condition and your primary veterinarian is not available. Conditions include: Vomiting Diarrhea Limping Skin and ear infections Straining to urinate Wounds/cuts Broken and bleeding nails Sneezing, runny nose Not eating Lethargy Stray pet exam Ingestion of toxic substance Seizures Euthanasia |
| Emergency Care |
| Acute illness/condition and your primary veterinarian is not available. Conditions include: Collapse Trouble breathing Severe trauma such as hit by car Broken Limbs Active significant bleeding Ingestion of toxic substance Seizures (> 3 in 24 hours, or prolonged seizures lasting more than 3-5 min) Bloated abdomen After hours euthanasia |
