Emergency Pet Care Recommendations

Vaccine Reactions

Emergency pet care for vaccine reactions and side effects Most dogs and cats have no side effects from vaccination. If your pet is showing any side effects, do not panic. These signs usually subside in 24-48 hours. Only a small minority of dogs and cats will have these symptoms, and only a small percentage of the reactions are serious.

If your pet has any of the following signs:

  • Repeated episodes of vomiting and/or diarrhea
  • Lethargic or restless behavior lasting more than 48 hours
  • Swollen face
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Hives (bumps) on the body

Please consult our advertised schedule, and return to one of our clinics as soon as possible on Saturday or Sunday in order for us to treat your pet free of charge. You may also reach us at (888) 234-1350 to speak with someone regarding the best way to treat your pet.

Recommended Emergency Animal Hospitals

In the event of an emergency in the Portland area, we recommend clients visit the Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital. Dove Lewis is open evenings and weekends only.

Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital Northwest
1945 NW Pettygrove
Portland, OR 97209
503-228-7281
Click here for directions

In the event of an emergency in western Washington, we recommend the following emergency hospitals—please check with the individual hospital for hours.

The Animal Emergency Clinic
5608 S Durango St
Tacoma, WA 98409
253-474-0791
Click here for directions

Animal Critical Care and Emergency Services (ACCES)
11536 Lake City Way NE
Seattle, WA 98125
206-364-1660
Click here for directions

Seattle Veterinary Specialists
11814 115th Ave NE Ste 102
Kirkland, WA 98034
425-823-9111
Click here for directions

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital
11308 92nd St SE
Snohomish, WA 98290
360-568-9111
Click here for directions

Pet Emergency Center
14434 Avon Allen Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
877-848-5913
Click here for directions

If you cannot return to one of our clinics, contact a local 24-hour emergency veterinary facility listed in the Yellow Pages. Good Neighbor Vet is not responsible for any veterinary fees that result from treating vaccine reactions.

In any case, please inform us of any vaccine reactions and follow-ups. If your pet has a history of adverse reactions to vaccination, please arrive early so we can take the extra time necessary to review your pet's vaccination history.