South Atlanta Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center

08/25/2024

"My dog eats socks all the time and always poops them out," has been heard in veterinary clinics all around the world. Some times even our largest of friends needs a little help passing small items. You never know what will get stuck.

If you see them ingest it, get them in quick to hopefully avoid an expensive surgery. Some times your veterinarian can inducing vomiting to get the object out of the stomach, and some times you need an endoscopic procedure to remove it, or even surgery. Watch out for vomiting as a symptom of a possible blockage.

Our friend here has no regrets and was not overly thrilled with seeing all his hard work removed.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs, call 770-460-8166.

08/24/2024

Hook worms are an intestinal parasite that steals the nutrients from your pet's GI tract. If left unchecked they can cause anemia and even death.

Pictured here are some of the hookworm ova (eggs) found in a f***l exam under the microscope. The two microhematocrit tubes show a simple test that helps show if your pet is anemic - normal on the left and an anemic tube on the right. You can also see pale or white gums when your pet is anemic, usually gums are pink.

This is an emergency and some times can require a blood transfusion depending upon how anemic your pet is.

A monthly prevention from your primary care veterinarian is key in keeping these intestinal parasites in check.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs, all other departments by appointment only, call 770-460-8166.

08/23/2024

Any insect or spider can cause problems if they bite or sting your pet. A bite or sting can cause swelling, redness, and itching.

Some animals can have an allergic reaction to a sting or bite that may result in a range of symptoms:

🐝 mild to severe hives
🐝 facial swelling
🐝 vomiting
🐝 difficulty breathing
🐝 or even collapse

Some spider bites can lead to extensive skin necrosis (skin death) which may need treatment or surgery.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.



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Any insect sting or spider bite can cause problems for your pet.

08/23/2024

Show off those amazing pets that navigate every day blind! It's National Blind Dog Day so let's show them some love!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergent needs, by appointment for all other departments, call 770-460-8166

08/22/2024

We're all smiles here because its National Bring Your Cat to the Vet Day! We love to see your cats but as an emergency clinic would rather they see the vet while they are healthy for some preventative maintenance!

Call your primary care veterinarian to schedule your check-in today!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs, all other departments by appointment only, call 770-460-8166 or visit us at 1090 Hwy 54 East Fayetteville Ga

08/21/2024

Could your pet be allergic to you?! Check out this quick list of surprising pet-allergy facts!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166

08/21/2024

Can't urinate? That is always an emergency. Here is a furry friend that visited SAVES Emergency and oh, boy did he have a large bladder stone blocking the exit (along with many tiny stones all throughout his urethra). A little surgery and he was feeling the urine flow again!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs, by appointment only for all other departments, call 770-460-8166

08/20/2024

08/19/2024

Is that expensive bloodwork really necessary?

Routine bloodwork can tell your veterinarian many things that your pet can't say out loud. In an emergency visit blood work, even if done the previous day, is frequently necessary and essential to help with the medical management and treatment elected for your pet.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.

08/19/2024

Be a "cool" pet owner and leave your pets at home! Vehicle temperatures rise rapidly and can become a severe problem for your pet very quickly.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs. By appointment for all other departments, call 770-460-8166 for the most accurate, real time information.

08/18/2024

Summer in Georgia is still in full swing! And our snake friends are still out and very much about! We are still getting calls and seeing pets daily for snake envenomation.

Swelling, and pain at the bite location are hallmarks for a snake bite, but these situations can become life threatening.

Pictured here are two of our more common venomous snakes in Georgia - the Copperhead and the Cottonmouth.

Be aware out there while you are having fun! Should your pet become the victim of a bite upon meeting one of these friends, please call us and bring your pet in!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs: 770-460-8166
1090 Hwy 54 East in Fayetteville Ga

08/17/2024

It's National Black Cat Appreciation Day! Show us those black beauties in the comments below!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, by appointment only for all other specialty departments, call 770-460-8166

08/16/2024

Did you know heartworms in cats can be fatal? Is your cat on prevention?

Yes, even your indoor cat is exposed to mosquitos and can become infected with heartworms.

Check out this quick infographic about heartworms in cats and what you can do about preventing them.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.

08/16/2024

It's National Tell a Joke Day! What's your favorite pet joke? Share it below in the comments!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 (no joke) for all your pet's emergency care needs, by appointment only for all other specialty departments, call 770-460-8166

08/15/2024

It's time to update your pet's microchip information!

No microchip no problem! Call your primary care veterinarian for an time to stop by and get your pet microchipped!

Getting lost pets back to their owners is how these chips save lives!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergency needs, by appointment only for all other specialty departments, call 770-460-8166

08/14/2024

The underlying causes of itching can stump owners and may need more than what can be purchased over the counter. A visit to your primary care veterinarian should help begin to clear up the itchy pet in your household!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166

08/14/2024

Can you recognize the signs of a urinary obstruction in your cat? Once you learn the signs, you can spot the behavior changes that indicate a possible urinary obstruction, but they are easy to miss if you’re unaware of them.

- Increased vocalization
- Straining in the litter box
- Licking hind end
- Frequent trips to the litter box
- Blood-tinged urine

If you see any of these signs, call us right away! Cats with a urinary obstruction can deteriorate rapidly, resulting in vomiting, lethargy, an inability to get up, and death.

SAVES Center open 24/7: call 770-460-8166 or visit us at 1090 Hwy 54 East in Fayetteville Georgia

If you’ve been a cat parent for any length of time, chances are you have heard about urinary obstructions, or cats being “blocked.” These terms refer to a life-threatening blockage of the lower urinary tract, which prevents a cat from being able to urinate. Unfortunately, this condition is rel...

08/13/2024

Your dog may tilt its head when you call their name and ask them if they’d like to go for a walk, but if they’re walking with their head tilted, walking in circles, tilting their head for no reason, or be unable to walk due to a severe head tilt, it may be a red flag.

Vestibular disease can be particularly alarming for pet owners to witness, as the symptoms can come on suddenly and be quite severe. It can cause pets to appear disoriented and dizzy.

Read along in this brief article as we explore what factors cause this condition, what symptoms can look like.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergency care needs, call 770-460-8166

While pets are more prone to developing vestibular disease as they advance in age, this condition can affect your pet at any time in their life.

08/12/2024

Can my indoor cat get ticks? Yes! Ticks can catch a ride in to your home on your dogs or even on you! Be sure to protect your cats from ticks as well as your dogs!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.

08/12/2024

World Elephant Day is all about raising awareness about these gentle giants that need our help. There are several ways you can help from the comfort of your home.

- Watch a documentary about elephants
- Read a book about elephants
- Challenge yourself to learn 5 facts about elephants and share them with your friends
- Adopt an elephant (there are several organizations that do this, start by checking with your local zoo!)

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's (no elephants please!) emergency care, by appointment only for all other specialty departments, call 770-460-8166

08/11/2024

CATS and HAIR TIES!!! 😱🙀

Hair ties are one of the most common causes of intestinal obstruction in cats. Cats with intestinal obstruction typically present with vomiting and poor appetite as the most common clinical signs. Often these cats will continue to drink small amounts of water.

If your cat likes to play with hair ties and is showing these signs, please call immediately. We are open 24/7, 770-460-8166.

Below you can see multiple x-rays of hair ties found in the stomachs of different cats. Surgery is needed to remove hair ties that are ingested.

*Post, photos and cases shared from Kentwood Cat Clinic and Cat Clinic North*

08/10/2024

Did that mosquito just bite you? It probably bit your pet too!

Can you be sure that mosquito didn't just give your pet heartworms? You can breath a little easier if you give your pet heartworm prevention! But what are the symptoms you should watch out for?

Check out this quick infographic about heartworms and the importance of preventing them year round!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.

08/10/2024

Tell us your pet is spoiled without telling us your pet is spoiled!!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for you pet's emergency needs, by appointment for specialty departments, call 770-460-8166

08/09/2024

Accurate and complete information is necessary to help us diagnose your pet’s condition quickly and provide appropriate treatment. Our number one priority is your pet’s health. We aren’t here to pass judgment or get anyone in trouble, so please be upfront and honest so we can get your pet feeling better as quickly as possible.

Increased accessibility to the drug has also increased the risk of accidental pet exposure. Cannabis doesn’t necessarily have the same medicinal use in pets as it does for people since most medicinal ma*****na is often grown to have higher levels of THC, elevating the drug’s potency. In addition, because pets have more cannabinoid receptors in the brain, and due to their smaller size in relation to humans, ma*****na is highly toxic to pets.

If you think your pet may have ingested a substance, please call!

ASPCA Poison Control: (888) 426-4435 *call-in fee
Pet Poison Helpline: (800) 213-6680 *call-in fee
Home Again Members: (888) 466-3242

We are open 24 hours a day for your emergent needs: SAVES Center 770-460-8166

We commonly see pets who are suffering from ma*****na toxicity and who require emergency treatment. Here's everything you need to know.

08/08/2024

Is your pet itchy? Licking their paw excessively? It might be allergies. Check out this brief list to see if you should visit your primary care veterinarian!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166

08/08/2024

Happy International Cat Day!! Cats rule and dogs drool! Tell us your cat's story below in the comments!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166

08/07/2024

If your dog is vomiting or not eating, do not go more than 24 hours without seeking care from your veterinarian.

If your pet’s stomach is still upset or symptoms seem to be worsening, please call your primary care veterinarian, or find your nearest pet emergency hospital.

Read this quick article for some tips and tricks when it comes to your pet and their upset stomach.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.

Depending on the severity and likely cause of your pet’s upset stomach, your vet may recommend at-home care. Learn about how to help your dog with vomiting and diarrhea.

08/06/2024

Summer is still in full swing here in the south and the ticks are out!! Be sure you are protecting your pet with flea and tick prevention.

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for all your pet's emergency needs, call 770-460-8166.

08/06/2024

August is national clear the shelters month! Even if you are not able to adopt a pet this moment you can still help those shelter pets in a variety of ways.

- Volunteer your time to help socialize the pet, walking and caring for pets
- Monetary donations
- Donations of pet foods, toys, towels

Reach out to your local shelter to see if you can help support the shelter pets even if you can't adopt one today!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergent needs, call 770-460-8166

08/05/2024

Are you working like a dog today? Whether its a high drive breed you emulate or a couch pug-tato let us know how you're celebrating National Work Like a Dog day below in the comments!

SAVES Center is open 24/7 for your pet's emergency care, by appointment for all other departments, call 770-460-8166.