Emergency Vet Care
If your cat is in distress, don’t wait — please contact one of the trusted 24/7 emergency veterinary clinics listed below.
When to Seek Emergency Pet Care
If your cat is experiencing a life-threatening emergency, immediate veterinary care is crucial. While our veterinarians strive to accommodate urgent cases, some situations require 24-hour emergency care. Below is a list of trusted emergency veterinary hospitals in the Seattle area that provide care 24/7, including weekends and holidays.
If your cat is experiencing any of the following symptoms, seek emergency care immediately:
✔ Difficulty breathing or choking
✔ Uncontrolled bleeding or deep wounds
✔ Severe trauma (falls, fractures, or car accidents)
✔ Inability to urinate (especially in male cats)
✔ Sudden collapse or seizures
✔ Ingestion of toxins, poisons, or foreign objects
✔ Severe vomiting or diarrhea lasting more than 24 hours
✔ Signs of extreme pain (crying, hiding, or aggression)
Call an emergency clinic for guidance if you’re unsure whether your cat needs emergency care.
24-Hour Emergency Veterinary Clinics Near Mercer Island
Redmond
Animal Emergency Hospital
of Redmond
Renton
BluePearl Pet
Hospital – Renton
Kirkland
Seattle Veterinary
Specialists – Kirkland
Kirkland
Animal Emergency
and Specialty
Seattle
Seattle Veterinary
Specialists – Seattle
Seattle
Animal Medical Center
of Seattle (Shoreline)
Lynnwood
Veterinary Specialty
Center of Seattle
Pet Poison Control
If you suspect your cat has ingested a toxic substance, contact a pet poison hotline immediately. Please note that consultation fees may apply.
ASPCA Animal Poison Control
Pet Poison Helpline
Emergency Care Guidance
While Island Cats Veterinary Hospital does not offer after-hours emergency services, we’re committed to ensuring your cat receives the urgent care they need. We proudly serve feline patients from Mercer Island, Bellevue, Seattle, Redmond, Renton, Sammamish, Issaquah, Kirkland, and Bothell during regular hours. For after-hours emergencies, please get in touch with one of the trusted 24/7 clinics listed above. Your cat’s health and safety are always our top priority.