Emerald City Emergency Clinic

Emerald City Emergency Clinic We are here 24 hours a day 365 day a year to help you with your pet emergencies.

Emerald City Emergency Clinic is Seattle's premier 24-hour veterinary urgent care. We customize medical care and accommodate most budgets by offering a variety of treatment and payment options. Our goal is to provide our patients with an excellent standard of care and our clients with only the best customer service.

Meet Charlie, a scruffalufagus of a wiry doodle who thought a corn cob looked like a tasty snack.🌽😅 Spoiler: it wasn’t.T...
08/29/2025

Meet Charlie, a scruffalufagus of a wiry doodle who thought a corn cob looked like a tasty snack.

🌽😅 Spoiler: it wasn’t.

Thankfully, her quick-thinking humans brought her in right away. We safely induced vomiting, and clear radiographs confirmed there was no obstruction. 🙌 That meant no surgery — just some rest, belly rubs, and a little chat about better snack choices. 🐶💚

👉 Ingesting foreign objects is one of the most common emergencies we see. From socks to skewers to corn cobs, pets get curious — and it can get serious, fast. Never assume it’s “no big deal.” Early intervention is the best medicine.

We are here for you and your four-legged troublemakers, 24/7.

Dr. Zaragoza and Willow - queens of the fear-free exam! 👑💞
08/25/2025

Dr. Zaragoza and Willow - queens of the fear-free exam! 👑💞

08/19/2025

Trying to beat the heat? Here’s something every pet parent should know.

We know you and your pets are looking for ways to cool off this summer—but beware of blue-green algae.

This toxic algae often grows in ponds, lakes, and still water during warm weather and can look like green paint or scum. Just a few licks or a quick swim in contaminated water can lead to severe illness—or even be fatal—for pets.

⚠️ To stay safe:
✔️ Avoid letting your pet drink or swim in stagnant or discolored water.
✔️ Rinse them off if they’ve been in natural water sources.
✔️ If exposure is suspected, seek emergency veterinary care right away.

When in doubt, stay out. We’re here if you need us.

📣 THIS IS OUR WHY ❤️‍🩹🐾Meet DJ, the bounciest, happiest, rolliest little Vizsla puppy you’ll ever see — and one of the t...
08/18/2025

📣 THIS IS OUR WHY ❤️‍🩹🐾

Meet DJ, the bounciest, happiest, rolliest little Vizsla puppy you’ll ever see — and one of the toughest cookies we've had the privilege of caring for.

DJ came to us after being hit by a car, suffering from head trauma and pulmonary contusions that landed him in the hospital for several days on oxygen support. 💔

But wow, did this little guy rally. 💪🏽✨

Thanks to quick intervention, round-the-clock care, and the unshakable love of his incredible parents, DJ made it through those scary first days. After discharge, he went home with the same spunky spirit (and those amazing squishy puppy rolls) — and hasn’t stopped bouncing since. 🐶💨

Today, he visited us for recheck chest radiographs, and his lungs are healing beautifully. His parents have been doing a TON of rehab work with him, and he couldn’t ask for a better care team. 🙌💙 Major kudos to them for their dedication, love, and tireless efforts to give DJ the best shot at a full recovery.

Arnie, a Lagotto Romagnolo, presented to the ER with severe ear pain. A sedated otoscopic exam revealed multiple foxtail...
08/17/2025

Arnie, a Lagotto Romagnolo, presented to the ER with severe ear pain. A sedated otoscopic exam revealed multiple foxtails lodged in his ear canal—OUCH! 😬

Thankfully, Dr. Stankowiak was able to remove them, and Arnie woke up feeling SO much better.

🖤🐾Coho the Lab, with nose to the ground,Sniffed up some foxtails, not the best find around!We scoped his snout and peeke...
08/15/2025

🖤🐾Coho the Lab, with nose to the ground,
Sniffed up some foxtails, not the best find around!

We scoped his snout and peeked in his ear,
Just some inflammation, nothing severe.

With meds for his ears and a wagging tail,
This best boy’s ready to hit the trail! 🖤🐾

08/12/2025

As we transition from summer to work, school, and daily routines, it’s easy to overlook everyday items that can be harmful—or even deadly—to our pets. In this video, our team shares some of the most common household toxins for cats and dogs, from food items, cleaning products, medications, and more.

Tip for pet parents:
Keep all hazardous items stored securely and out of reach, especially during busy mornings or after-school routines.

⚠️ If you suspect your pet has ingested something toxic:
• Stay calm.
• Remove access to the substance.
• Call the ASPCA Pet Poison Helpline (888) 426-4435 & visit your nearest emergency veterinary hospital immediately.

See a complete list of household hazards at AVMA: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/pet-owners/petcare/household-hazards

Not an emergency, just missing Beluga.Sending them home is bittersweet when our patients are this perfect! ...
08/10/2025

Not an emergency, just missing Beluga.

Sending them home is bittersweet when our patients are this perfect!

🌊 AHOY, MATEYS! 🌊Beluga (aka Baloo) hit some rough seas with a bout of canine seasickness (aka GI upset) 🤢⚓️, but our cr...
08/09/2025

🌊 AHOY, MATEYS! 🌊

Beluga (aka Baloo) hit some rough seas with a bout of canine seasickness (aka GI upset) 🤢⚓️, but our crew helped get this good boy’s belly back on course. 🫡

Keep your eyes on the horizon—you just might spot this seafaring snoot riding shotgun on a paddleboard with his human! 🏄‍♂️🐾

Drop a 🐳 if you'd boop the snoot and wish Captain Beluga calm tummies and clear skies ahead!

Meet Kim Koerner, Regional Director of Operations at Lakefield Veterinary Group, a longstanding leader at Lakefield.Star...
08/08/2025

Meet Kim Koerner, Regional Director of Operations at Lakefield Veterinary Group, a longstanding leader at Lakefield.

Starting as a CVT over 40 years ago, Kim’s journey has taken her from the treatment floor to leading hospitals across multiple states. Her leadership style? Rooted in empathy, positivity, and respect for each hospital’s unique culture.

“I’ve had to make tough calls, but I hope people remember me as a kind, caring leader - someone who made their practice better, not just operationally, but emotionally too.”

📖 Read Kim’s full story and the legacy she’s building: https://bit.ly/4m4jSQl

When you let the doctor take the selfie 🤳🏼😊Huge thanks to Lincoln Memorial University and the SAVMA students for having ...
08/07/2025

When you let the doctor take the selfie 🤳🏼😊

Huge thanks to Lincoln Memorial University and the SAVMA students for having Dr. Darren Taul kick off your first day with a talk on “Opportunities in Vet Med”! He covered everything from AVMA and SAVMA to practice ownership, mixed practice, VMG, AAHA, and of course - Lakefield externships and career opportunities. He promises that next time he will work on his selfie technique.

Look who’s back at it again… it’s Looney Tunes herself, Miss Luna! 🌀🐾This sweet senior pittie has quite the taste for tr...
08/07/2025

Look who’s back at it again… it’s Looney Tunes herself, Miss Luna! 🌀🐾

This sweet senior pittie has quite the taste for trouble—and by “trouble,” we mean non-edible household items. This time? Socks and a corn cob.

Luna’s a frequent flyer here at ECEC, but thankfully, she always lands safely thanks to her stellar care team.

Here she is giving her signature side-eye to Dr. Fukuzato, our fearless medical director, just before discharge. (Pretty sure she’s already plotting her next snack attack.) 😅

08/05/2025

Snake Season is Here—Stay Alert, Pet Parents!

Snakes can be found in backyards, parks, hiking trails, and even near water sources. Peak activity occurs during warmer months, especially at dawn and dusk. Pets are often bitten on the face or legs while investigating tall grass, brush, or hidden crevices.

To help prevent bites:
✔️ Keep pets on a leash during walks.
✔️ Avoid tall grass, rocky areas, and dunes.
✔️ Don’t let pets explore under logs or brush piles.

🚨 If you suspect your pet has been bitten:
• Look for sudden swelling, pain, or bleeding.
• Avoid handling the bite area.
• Keep your pet calm and carry them if possible.
• Head to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital right away.

We’re excited to welcome a phenomenal group of veterinarians who have recently joined our hospital teams across the coun...
08/01/2025

We’re excited to welcome a phenomenal group of veterinarians who have recently joined our hospital teams across the country! 🐾💙

These doctors bring diverse experience, fresh perspectives, and a shared passion for compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. From emergency medicine and equine practice to specialty surgery and small-animal wellness, they’re already making a difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.

👏 Please join us in giving a warm welcome to:

- Dr. Nate VanDenTop – All Creatures Veterinary Clinic
- Dr. Natalia Sachs – Mountain View Veterinary Hospital
- Dr. Robin Reese – Puget Sound Veterinary Specialty & Emergency
- Dr. Ryan Swanson – Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty
- Dr. Amy Zug – Wilderness Animal Hospital
- Dr. Shannon Fehrenbach – Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic
- Dr. Julia Hartmann – Hillcrest Animal Hospital
- Dr. Jahar Bose – Bellevue Veterinary Emergency + Specialty
- Dr. Hannah Gordon – Catlett Animal Hospital & Compassion Animal Hospital
- Dr. Shannon Russell – Waller Equine Hospital
- Dr. Emma Beans – Rockford Road Animal Hospital
- Dr. Kaitlyn Morey – Blaine Central Veterinary Clinic
- Dr. Chloe Adams – Inver Grove Heights Animal Hospital
- Dr. Maifiza Momin – All Pets Animal Hospital

We’re thrilled to have you all on board. Welcome to the team! 💚

🚨 New Hospital Alert! 🚨We’re excited to welcome All Care Animal Hospital to the Lakefield family! Located in Minneola, F...
07/29/2025

🚨 New Hospital Alert! 🚨

We’re excited to welcome All Care Animal Hospital to the Lakefield family! Located in Minneola, Florida, this talented team takes care of pets in Lake County and beyond.

To kick things off, we hit up Ax-Caliber for some axe throwing and laser target shooting. This crew knows how to have fun (one of our core values!), and we’re excited to have them on board. Welcome, All Care - we’re so glad you’re here! 💙

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at ACVIM! We loved connecting with you, swapping stories, and talking abo...
07/18/2025

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at ACVIM! We loved connecting with you, swapping stories, and talking about the future of veterinary medicine. See you next year — and until then, let’s keep raising the bar for the pets and people we serve.

When our out-of-town team members visit, it’s a good excuse to snap a photo. Here’s the crew at this month’s Pupdate at ...
07/17/2025

When our out-of-town team members visit, it’s a good excuse to snap a photo. Here’s the crew at this month’s Pupdate at our Kent, WA headquarters — catching up, sharing ideas, and making a few good (bad) dad jokes.

Washington DC, here we come! Catch Lakefield Veterinary Group at Booth #1344 at the AVMA Convention this weekend!Stop b...
07/15/2025

Washington DC, here we come! Catch Lakefield Veterinary Group at Booth #1344 at the AVMA Convention this weekend!

Stop by our booth to:
● Chat with our recruiting team about career opportunities
● Donate to Frankie's Friends
● Enter for a chance to WIN a trip with World Vets and your very own blue-footed b***y stuffy
● Meet Hamish, the Gentle Giant Leonberger

Plus, don't miss the Career Mix & Mingle on Friday! See you in the capital.

😼 Gus reporting for duty at Token Creek Veterinary Clinic! During his exam, he hopped right in to help Dr. Covington and...
07/14/2025

😼 Gus reporting for duty at Token Creek Veterinary Clinic! During his exam, he hopped right in to help Dr. Covington and Laurie complete his exam notes—clearly making sure his chart said “extremely handsome” and “treats required daily.” We’re pretty sure he’s gunning for Employee of the Month! 🐾🖋️

Help Animals Impacted by the Texas Flooding 🐾💙 The recent flooding in Texas has displaced countless families and their p...
07/09/2025

Help Animals Impacted by the Texas Flooding 🐾💙

The recent flooding in Texas has displaced countless families and their pets. Kerrville Pets Alive is working tirelessly to rescue, shelter, reunite, and care for animals affected by this disaster — but they can’t do it alone.

We’ve set up a fundraiser through our Instagram and pages, and 100% of the funds will go directly to Kerrville Pets Alive to help provide food, medical care, and safe shelter for pets in crisis.

To amplify your impact, Lakefield Veterinary Group will match donations dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000. Your gift will go twice as far to help animals who need us most. Please share!

To learn more about Kerrville Pets Alive, visit https://kerrvillepetsalive.com.

07/04/2025

🎆 Fireworks can be fun for us — but scary for our pets! Here are five quick tips to help keep your furry family members safe and calm this Fourth of July:
• Make sure your pet’s ID tags and microchip info are up to date
• Take them for a long walk or play session during the day
• Double-check that your yard and fence are secure
• Turn on the TV or radio to help drown out the fireworks noise
• Stay home if you can — your comfort matters most to them

A little planning goes a long way. Wishing you and your pets a safe, relaxing holiday — enjoy the BBQs, fireworks (from a distance!), and time with family and friends! 🇺🇸🌭

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight 💡Meet Max, a Michigan State veterinary student passionate about exotic animal care and reh...
07/02/2025

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight 💡
Meet Max, a Michigan State veterinary student passionate about exotic animal care and rehab medicine! When he's not studying, you’ll find him hosting board game nights, hanging with his cat and blue-tongued skink, or catching a movie. Future day-one vet in the making! 🦎

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight! 💡Meet Sydney, a proud Minnesotan and DVM candidate at the University of Minnesota College...
06/25/2025

💡Student Ambassador Spotlight! 💡

Meet Sydney, a proud Minnesotan and DVM candidate at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, Class of 2026! 🎓 She’s passionate about community and preventative care for both small animals and horses. When she’s not studying, you’ll find her camping, biking, snowboarding, or chilling with her orange cat, Gouda. Thanks for being one of our student ambassadors!

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We're Open during COVID-19! Offering Curbside service for you and your pets. Emerald City Emergency Clinic is Seattle's premier 24-hour veterinary urgent care. We customize medical care and accommodate most budgets by offering a variety of treatment and payment options. Our goal is to provide our patients with an excellent standard of care and our clients with only the best customer service. We are now offering Curbside Service for drop off and pick up.