Urgent Vets for Pets

11/10/2026

11/09/2026

Tomorrow Tuesday November 10th early closure.

11/08/2026

“Why do I have to call Pet Poison Control? Isn’t that YOUR job?”

Let’s clear up a common misconception!

When your veterinarian asks you to contact Pet Poison Control, it is NOT because we don’t know what we’re doing. In fact, it’s quite the opposite.

Veterinary medicine covers thousands of potential toxins, medications, chemicals, plants, and household products. Each exposure can have different effects depending on the substance, amount ingested, timing, and your pet’s individual health.

So why do we ask YOU to call?

🐾 They are the experts in toxicology. Board-certified veterinary toxicologists and other trained specialists have access to extensive, continuously updated toxicology resources, including information on uncommon substances and complex exposures.

🐾 They provide case-specific recommendations. They help determine toxic doses, potential complications, appropriate diagnostics, treatment protocols, and monitoring recommendations.

🐾 They work WITH your veterinarian. Once a case is established, our veterinary team can communicate directly with their specialists to discuss treatment and any changes in your pet’s condition.

🐾 The consultation fee isn’t a fee from our hospital. It goes toward accessing specialized toxicology expertise and case support.

Think of it this way: When your primary care physician refers you to a specialist, it’s not because they don’t know how to practice medicine. It’s because they recognize when additional expertise can provide the BEST possible care.

Veterinarians are trained to recognize and treat toxicities. Knowing when to utilize additional resources is part of practicing GOOD medicine, NOT a lack of knowledge.

We understand that emergencies are scary, stressful, and expensive. But please remember that our team is working to help your pet, not make things more difficult.

Asking for expert guidance isn’t a weakness. It’s advocating for your pet.

And we will never apologize for wanting the most accurate, up-to-date information to give your pet the best chance at a positive outcome.

10/31/2026

Huzzah & Happy Halloween from your favorite band of veterinary misfits!

When we’re not saving lives, dodging teeth, and questioning our career choices…apparently we’re off gallivanting through the Renaissance Faire!

A few of our crew traded in their scrubs and stethoscopes for corsets, cloaks, swords, and a little medieval chaos!

Turns out, whether we’re in the treatment area or the 16th century, we’re still a pretty entertaining bunch.

Wishing everyone a Happy Halloween filled with magic, mischief, and hopefully fewer emergencies than we’re used to! 🧡🖤

Huzzah!

10/31/2026

Trick or Treat? NOT for Your Pets!

Halloween is fun, but let's keep our furry, feathered, and scaly friends safe!

Hide the candy! Chocolate, xylitol, raisins, and candy wrappers can cause serious emergencies.

Watch those doors! With trick-or-treaters coming and going, frightened or curious pets may slip outside.

Check their ID! Make sure collars have updated identification tags and microchip information is current.
Keep all pets safe! Provide a quiet, secure space away from Halloween chaos.

If your pet eats something dangerous, contact your veterinarian immediately!

Keep the scares in the decorations, not in the emergency room!

Happy Halloween from all of is at Urgent Vets for Pets!

10/28/2026

🐾 Their paw prints line our hallways, but their memories live in our hearts.

Today, as Día de los Mu***os begins, we honor the beloved pets who have crossed the Rainbow Bridge.

In our hospital, hundreds of colorful paw prints remind us of the lives we've touched, the love we've witnessed, and the families who entrusted us with their precious companions.

In Mexican tradition, October 27 is a special day to welcome the spirits of our beloved pets home.

At Urgent Vets for Pets, we remember them not only today, but every day.

🧡 Forever loved. Never forgotten.

We invite you to share a photo or the name of a beloved pet you're remembering today.

***os

10/24/2026

💙 MORE THAN YOU KNOW — A SPECIAL SHOUT-OUT!

Meet Shay — An Extra Special Member of Our UVP Family!
As we wrap up Veterinary Technician Week, we couldn't let the celebration end without recognizing someone who has made a tremendous difference to our team over the past few months!
Shay comes to us from one of our fellow Mission Pet Health hospitals in Fayetteville, and she has been an incredible source of support during a time of staffing changes, medical leaves, and maternity leave.
She has stepped in when we've needed an extra set of hands, bringing her skills, dedication, positive attitude, and willingness to help wherever she's needed.
And there's something else worth celebrating!
Shay is currently pursuing her dream of becoming a veterinary technician!
While continuing her education, she's already making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients, their families, and the people she works alongside.
One of the beautiful things about veterinary medicine is that sometimes the people who come to help us during challenging times end up becoming an important part of our story.

Shay, THANK YOU!
Thank you for showing up, jumping in, sharing your talents, and helping us navigate these past few months. Your hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and we are grateful to have you alongside us.
We can't wait to see you continue growing in your veterinary career!
Because sometimes, the people who make the biggest difference aren't even officially part of your team yet.

💚💙 MORE THAN YOU KNOW!

10/23/2026

Meet Alison!

We're wrapping up our Vet Tech Week spotlights by celebrating the newest member of our team, Alison!

Alison has been working in veterinary medicine since 2012, bringing over a decade of experience, dedication, and compassion to our hospital.

One of her favorite parts of veterinary medicine is caring for senior pets. She loves the variety of challenges that each day brings, from helping uncover what's making a pet sick to nursing them back to health.

But for Alison, veterinary medicine is about more than treating illnesses. It's also about being a source of comfort and support for pets and their families, especially during those difficult final moments when compassion matters most.

When she's not caring for patients, Alison enjoys traveling, going to concerts, and discovering delicious food!

We're so happy to have Alison as part of our team! Please join us in giving her a warm welcome and celebrating the heart she brings to veterinary medicine.


Happy National Veterinary Technician Week!

10/23/2026

MORE THAN YOU KNOW

Meet Bria — Veterinary Technician!

For Bria, caring for animals has been a lifelong passion.

Growing up, her family's veterinarian made a lasting impression on her, demonstrating the compassion, kindness, and dedication that Bria now strives to bring to every patient and family she meets.

Her journey began by shadowing at her local veterinary clinic. She eventually joined the team as a receptionist before pursuing her degree in veterinary technology and becoming the technician she is today!

What does she love most about veterinary medicine? The opportunity to give back to the animals who give us so much. Helping them when they're sick or injured, while giving their families comfort and peace of mind, is what makes her work so rewarding.

But here's something Bria wishes more people knew about veterinary medicine: It's a MESSY job! You truly never know what might end up on your scrubs!

And her favorite patients might surprise you!

Birds, especially conures! Before joining UVP, Bria had never worked with them. Now she's developed a special love for these colorful, spirited little personalities!

When she's not caring for patients, Bria enjoys spending time with her dog, hiking, paddleboarding, trivia, and cheering on her favorite football, hockey, and baseball teams.

And here's a fun fact: Bria is from New England but has NEVER been skiing, snowboarding, or snowmobiling! I still can't believe this!

Her message to every pet owner is simple but meaningful:

“Our top priority is helping your companion to the best of our ability.”

Thank you, Bria, for the compassion, dedication, and kindness you bring to our patients and their families every day!

Because there's always MORE THAN YOU KNOW about the people behind the care.

10/23/2026

💚💙 MORE THAN YOU KNOW

Meet Jodi — Receptionist and One of Our Original UVP Team Members!

If you've visited Urgent Vets for Pets, chances are you already know Jodi! She's one of the familiar faces who has been welcoming our patients and their families since the beginning.

But her journey in veterinary medicine started 23 years ago, and the story behind it is deeply personal.

As a young single mother raising two small children, Jodi faced another heartbreak when her beloved Himalayan cat of nine years developed cancer. That experience inspired her to enter veterinary medicine, determined to learn more about caring for animals and helping others facing similar situations.

She began at a small veterinary practice, working both in the laboratory and at the front desk.

Today, what Jodi loves most about emergency medicine is comforting families during some of their most difficult moments. She's been on the other side of that conversation, and she understands how much kindness matters.

One of her favorite things? Listening to clients share stories about their pets. And, of course, working alongside what she calls “the most fabulous team I've ever worked with!”

Jodi wishes more people understood how difficult it can be when our hospital reaches capacity. Turning patients away is never easy, especially when our medical team is already caring for critically ill animals.

Her favorite patients? Exotics, especially bearded dragons and chinchillas!

Outside the hospital, Jodi enjoys crafting, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, and hunting for a great shopping bargain!

And here's something you might not know: Jodi graduated as her high school's valedictorian in 1994 AND is trained as a human phlebotomist!

Her advice to pet owners? Establish a relationship with a primary care veterinarian and stay consistent with flea, tick, and heartworm prevention.

Thank you, Jodi, for your years of dedication, your compassion, and for being one of the familiar faces our community knows and loves!

Because there's always MORE THAN YOU KNOW about the people behind the care.