{"id":7684,"date":"2022-10-06T16:52:44","date_gmt":"2022-10-06T16:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=7684"},"modified":"2022-10-06T16:52:44","modified_gmt":"2022-10-06T16:52:44","slug":"five-most-common-non-toxin-pet-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/five-most-common-non-toxin-pet-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Most Common Non-Toxin Pet Emergencies"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7686 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151517.022.png\" alt=\"pet emergencies, types of pet emergencies, non-toxin pet emergencies, Minnesota animal emergency hospital, Twin Cities animal emergency hospital, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, St. Paul emergency vet, pet health, veterinary medicine, emergency veterinary care\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151517.022.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151517.022-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">At Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, our ER sees many distinct types of pet emergencies. Toxicities are one of the most common, but we also see a lot of other non-toxin pet emergencies. In July 2022, Dr. Wolf, one of our emergency veterinarians, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss the five most common non-toxin pet emergencies. Below, you can read a summary of her answers, or watch the full video for Dr. Wolf\u2019s review of each emergency plus extra preventative tips!<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F410039994420428%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h4>1. Bite Wounds &amp; Lacerations<\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">During the summer and early fall, our ER sees an increase in bite wounds that occurred at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/dark-side-of-dog-parks-bite-wounds-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">dog parks<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, boarding facilities, and doggie daycares, as well as lacerations or puncture wounds from sticks while <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/camping-and-hiking-with-your-dog-part-ii-safety-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">hiking, camping, or hunting<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tips for this Type of Emergency:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Apply pressure to stop bleeding. (Find pet first aid tips <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/first-aid-kits-for-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.) For heavy bleeding, you can place a torniquet, but DO NOT cut off the blood supply for more than 5-10 minutes. Seek immediate veterinary care.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"8\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/dark-side-of-dog-parks-bite-wounds-in-dogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">bite wounds<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> may appear like a straightforward puncture, but especially with cat bites, there could be pockets or abscesses beneath the skin. Bites have a high potential to become infected. It\u2019s important to seek veterinary care because the damage can be worse than what is visible.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you have an Elizabethan collar (\u201ce-collar\u201d) at home, employ it so your pet cannot lick or scratch the wound.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7691 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151634.668.png\" alt=\"pet emergencies, types of pet emergencies, non-toxin pet emergencies, Minnesota animal emergency hospital, Twin Cities animal emergency hospital, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, St. Paul emergency vet, pet health, veterinary medicine, emergency veterinary care\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151634.668.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151634.668-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">2. Allergic Reaction<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When pets get outside, they may get stung or bitten by insects, including bees and spiders. Often when pets experience an allergic reaction to a bite or sting, they break out into hives or have a facial swelling. In severe cases, a pet\u2019s throat can also swell, and they can experience <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/how-to-know-if-your-pet-is-experiencing-respiratory-distress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">respiratory distress<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2013 this is especially dangerous for squished-faced breeds like pugs and French bulldogs. Learn more about allergies in pets <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/signs-of-allergies-in-your-pet-and-therapeutic-options\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tips for this Type of Emergency:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When it is a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/snake-bites-bee-and-wasp-stings-oh-no\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">bee<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and you can see the stinger, pull it out!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Symptoms like hives may come and go over the next day or so. It\u2019s a good idea to call your family veterinarian or local animal ER because some pets are more at risk of severe hives and may require a steroid injection.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"4\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Please do not give Benadryl unless directed to do so by your family veterinarian. There are several potential risks that depend upon your pet\u2019s unique medical history. Also, diphenhydramine (Benadryl) doesn\u2019t always cut it \u2013 some pets need a course of steroids to help relieve symptoms.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7690 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151707.286.png\" alt=\"pet emergencies, types of pet emergencies, non-toxin pet emergencies, Minnesota animal emergency hospital, Twin Cities animal emergency hospital, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, St. Paul emergency vet, pet health, veterinary medicine, emergency veterinary care\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151707.286.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151707.286-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">3. <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Foreign Bodies<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pets, especially dogs, tend to eat many strange things! Common <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-your-pet-has-ingested-a-foreign-body\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">foreign bodies<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> include socks, string, small toys, coins, &amp; tin foil. If you know your pet ate something they shouldn\u2019t have, seek immediate veterinary care. Don\u2019t wait for symptoms to appear or wait to see if your pet will naturally pass the item.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tips for this Type of Emergency:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"9\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The sooner you can get to the vet, the sooner the veterinary team can induce vomiting or perform an endoscopy to retrieve the item. However, if too much time passes (typically more than 2 hours), the item will travel into the small intestinal tract and emergency surgery will then be required.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do not reach for the hydrogen peroxide to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/should-i-make-my-dog-vomit-at-home\/#:~:text=Here%20are%20a%20few%20more%20reasons%20why%20AERC,make%20their%20dog%20vomit%20%E2%80%9Cnaturally.%E2%80%9D%20...%20More%20items\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">induce vomiting at home<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> \u2013 this may cause more harm! Instead, call your family veterinarian or local animal ER for next steps. If your pet ate something toxic, contact <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/animal-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ASPCA Animal Poison Control<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your pet swallows something round such as a ping pong ball, there\u2019s a risk of that coming back up and obstructing your pet\u2019s airway. Bring your pet to a veterinary professional so they can safely remove the object.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7689 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151831.625.png\" alt=\"pet emergencies, types of pet emergencies, non-toxin pet emergencies, Minnesota animal emergency hospital, Twin Cities animal emergency hospital, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, St. Paul emergency vet, pet health, veterinary medicine, emergency veterinary care\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151831.625.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151831.625-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4. Seizures<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Witnessing a pet\u2019s <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/the-eight-things-you-need-to-know-if-your-dog-has-seizures-part-1\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">seizure<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> can be scary, especially if this is your pet\u2019s first. Seizures are complex because there are different types of seizures. Grand mal seizures are what most people think of when they hear the term seizure; the pet may fall over, paddle his or her legs, and lose consciousness. Focal seizures may just involve some facial twitching, and the pet typically does not lose consciousness. If a seizure lasts more than a minute, carefully crate your pet and seek immediate veterinary care. If your pet experiences a seizure for the first time and it lasts less than 30 seconds, it may not warrant a trip to the animal ER. Depending on the age of the pet and if pet is stable afterwards, it may be okay to wait to be evaluated by your family veterinarian.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tips for this Type of Emergency:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do not put your hand in your pet\u2019s mouth during your pet\u2019s seizure. Your pet isn\u2019t aware of its surroundings and may bite.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep your pet safe during &amp; after a seizure by placing a blanket or pillow under their head, gating stairways, and keeping them off furniture. Note that after a seizure, your pet may be confused, disoriented, or lose vision.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">After a seizure, your pet may be nauseous or foaming at the mouth. Do not feed your pet immediately after a seizure, as this may cause vomiting.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Do not give your pet medications unless there is a history of seizures, and you have specific instructions from your vet or veterinary neurologist to do so.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When able, log what was happening before and after the seizure to help determine potential causes and the best course of treatment. You can also use your phone to record the seizure to show it to the vet.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7688 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151901.600.png\" alt=\"pet emergencies, types of pet emergencies, non-toxin pet emergencies, Minnesota animal emergency hospital, Twin Cities animal emergency hospital, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, St. Paul emergency vet, pet health, veterinary medicine, emergency veterinary care\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151901.600.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T151901.600-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">5. Vomiting, Diarrhea, Anorexia, &amp; Lethargy<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/understanding-gi-upset-in-pets-and-when-to-go-to-the-er\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">GI upset<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> like vomiting and diarrhea, as well as not eating and lethargy are common primary symptoms in the ER, and they can have a lengthy list of potential causes, varying in severity. When in doubt, call your family veterinarian or local animal emergency hospital to determine if your pet needs immediate care or can wait for an appointment.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h5><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tips for this Type of Emergency:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h5>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">To help prevent GI upset in pets with sensitive stomachs, do not give new treats\/bones. Another dietary tip is to not immediately switch from one type of food to another \u2013 slowly transition to avoid GI symptoms.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"11\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559684&quot;:-2,&quot;335559685&quot;:1080,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">If your pet is persistently vomiting or vomiting is paired with loss of appetite and diarrhea, veterinary care is advised.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7687 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T152005.473.png\" alt=\"pet emergencies, types of pet emergencies, non-toxin pet emergencies, Minnesota animal emergency hospital, Twin Cities animal emergency hospital, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, St. Paul emergency vet, pet health, veterinary medicine, emergency veterinary care\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T152005.473.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Untitled-design-2022-09-28T152005.473-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Remember, the best way to avoid a pet emergency is to make sure you keep up on your pet\u2019s primary care visits. This includes <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/why-its-important-to-vaccinate-pets\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">vaccinations<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">, regular bloodwork, teeth cleanings and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/5-reasons-why-your-pet-needs-dental-x-rays\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">dental x-rays.<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> We hope being familiar with these common types of potential emergencies and Dr. Wolf\u2019s tips will help your pet stay safe at home where they belong, and not in our ER!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Please remember to always call ahead of your visit to our ER so our team can help properly triage your pet and guide you on the best course of action.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:6,&quot;335551620&quot;:6,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Content provided by Chelsea Wolf, DVM.\u00a0<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7548 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png\" alt=\"Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Fast Track Triage, color-coded triage system, pet emergency, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png 940w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a data-pin-do=\"embedPin\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/386676318019016040\/\"><\/a><br \/>\n<script async defer src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, our ER sees many distinct types of pet emergencies. Toxicities are one of the most common, but we also see a lot of other non-toxin pet emergencies. In July 2022, Dr. Wolf, one of our emergency veterinarians, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss the five most [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7692,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[18],"tags":[17,311,43,1760,1761,128,216,1237,47,1762],"class_list":["post-7684","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog","tag-animal-emergency-referral-center-of-minnesota","tag-common-pet-emergencies","tag-minnesota-emergency-vet","tag-minnesota-pet-emergencies","tag-non-toxin-pet-emergencies","tag-oakdale-emergency-vet","tag-pet-emergencies","tag-st-paul-emergency-vet","tag-twin-cities-emergency-vet","tag-twin-cities-pet-emergencies"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>5 Most Common Non-Toxin Pet Emergencies<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Dr. Wolf, an emergency veterinarian, reveals the 5 most common non-toxin pet emergencies that we see in our ER at AERC.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/five-most-common-non-toxin-pet-emergencies\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"5 Most Common Non-Toxin Pet Emergencies\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Dr. Wolf, an emergency veterinarian, reveals the 5 most common non-toxin pet emergencies that we see in our ER at AERC.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/five-most-common-non-toxin-pet-emergencies\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Animal Emergency &amp; 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