Medically reviewed by Dr. Pritesh Vidhate, BVSc & AH, MVSc (Veterinary Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine).
A great clinic for routine care isn't automatically your best emergency option — emergency readiness is a distinct set of capabilities worth checking in advance.
What to Verify in Advance
Emergency hours or on-call availability, in-house diagnostic capability, and the clinic's ability to handle unstable or critical patients.
Why Advance Research Matters
Researching this before an emergency happens means you're not scrambling to find options while your pet is in crisis.
Save the Information Now
Keep your chosen emergency clinic's contact information easily accessible — in your phone, not just somewhere you'd have to search for it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should my regular vet also be my emergency option?
Only if they offer genuine emergency capability — confirm this rather than assuming.
What if my regular clinic is closed during an emergency?
Have a backup emergency option identified and saved in advance.
Is calling ahead always possible in an emergency?
When possible, yes — it helps the clinic prepare, though getting there safely takes priority.
Call Shivraj Pet Clinic & Lab at 077569 65169 or book an appointment online — we serve pet parents across Pimple Nilakh, Wakad, Pimple Saudagar, and Vishal Nagar, with same-visit lab results and full diagnostic support under one roof.
