Pet Emergency & Specialty Referrals Near Stillwater, MN

Guidance and Support for Advanced Pet Care Needs

During our regular business hours, our skilled veterinary team in Stillwater can handle a wide range of urgent needs and pet emergencies. If your pet is injured or unwell, please call us immediately at (651) 351-7387  so we can prepare for your arrival.

If an emergency occurs outside of our normal hours, or if we determine that your pet requires care beyond what we can safely provide in-house, we trust the Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota (AERC) for after-hours and specialty services.

veterinarian and vet tech check on a small terrier
veterinarian and vet tech check on a small terrier

When Is It a Pet Emergency?

It’s not always easy to know whether your pet’s symptoms require emergency treatment. Below are some signs that indicate your pet may need immediate attention from a veterinarian:

  • Trauma or injury (e.g., hit by a car, bite wounds)

  • Difficulty breathing, persistent coughing, or choking

  • Seizures, tremors, or collapse

  • Uncontrolled bleeding or bleeding from the nose, mouth, or rectum

  • Ingestion of toxic substances (e.g., chocolate, medications, household cleaners)

  • Swelling around the face or hives (possible allergic reaction)

  • Issues urinating or defecating

  • Sudden weakness, extreme lethargy, or unconsciousness

  • Heatstroke or heat-related stress

  • Ongoing vomiting or diarrhea lasting more than 24 hours

  • Not eating or drinking for more than 24 hours

  • Eye injuries or sudden loss of vision

  • Difficulty delivering puppies or kittens

  • Severe lameness or suspected broken bones

If you’re ever unsure, don’t wait. Call us or an emergency hospital right away. It’s always better to err on the side of caution when your pet’s health is at stake.

After-Hours Emergency Pet Care & Specialty Referrals

For urgent issues outside of business hours, we refer our clients to the Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, which offers 24/7 emergency care, 365 days a year, with board-certified veterinary specialists in surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, cardiology, oncology, dentistry, neurology, and more, at two convenient locations in Oakdale and St. Paul.

cat on fluids

We’re Here When You Need Us

At Home Animal Clinic is proud to be your local, trusted animal hospital in Stillwater. Whether your pet’s emergency happens during office hours or after-hours, we’re here to ensure you have access to the care your pet needs, when they need it most.

For emergencies during the day, call (651) 351-7387.

For after-hours care, contact AERC at one of the locations above.