Most importantly……..DON’T PANIC - REMAIN CALM.

Protect yourself from imjury, pets in pain may scratch or bite.  You may want to carefully wrap a large towel or blanket around your pet.

If there is a chance of back or neck injury, carefull place the pet on a wooden board or padded ironing board and minimize movement during transportation.

Apply direct pressure to any area with active bleeding.

In case of possible poisoning, seek immediate treatment and bring any product packaging.

Call your family veterinarian for advice in any possible emergency situation.

The very BEST place to go in San Diego is the Pet Emergency and Specialty Center.  There are two locations in San Diego:

South County Hospital located in Chula Vista, 885 Canarios Court, Suite 108, Chula Vista, CA 91910.  They are open M-F  6 p.m. to 8 a.m., Sat, Sun and holidays 24 hrs.  619 591-4802.

La Mesa Hopsital located at 5232 Jackson Drive, Suites 102-105, Jackson Square Center, La Mesa, CA 91941.  This location is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week 619 462-4800

 When should you take your pet?  When you have an emergency at a time your family veterinarian is not available, your pet needs a special procedure such as ultrasound, endoscopy, advanced surgery or a cancer therapy, your pet would benefit from a consultation with a specialist, or your pet needs post-surgical or continual critical care.

Visit their site:     www.pescsandiego.com