Urgent Care for Dogs and Cats in San Francisco
Pets do not wait for convenient timing. When your dog is suddenly limping, your cat will not stop vomiting, or something just feels wrong, you need a place that can see them today. SF Vet Hospital offers same-day urgent care & emergencies for dogs and cats in San Francisco's Mission District, open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday. Our team sees both urgent and emergency cases during clinic hours, Call ahead or schedule an appointment.
When to Bring Your Pet for Urgent Care
Some symptoms are clear urgent care reasons: difficulty breathing, repeated vomiting, sudden collapse, severe limping, deep cuts, suspected toxin ingestion, seizures, urinary blockage, or any rapid worsening of how your pet feels. Allergic reactions, eye injuries, ear infections that flare overnight, and unexplained pain also warrant a same-day visit. When in doubt, call (415) 907-7576 and our team will help you decide whether your pet should be seen today.
Urgent Care & Emergencies in San Francisco
You do not need an appointment for urgent care during open hours. Our team will assess your pet, triage based on what they are showing us, and start care as quickly as possible. We handle a wide range of same-day situations including foreign body concerns, wound care, urinary issues, GI upsets, ear and eye problems, and trauma assessment. Our in-house lab and digital imaging support fast answers so we can begin a care plan during the same visit.
After-Hours Referral and Emergency Support
SF Vet Hospital is a daytime general practice with same-day urgent care & emergencies during open hours. We are not a 24-hour facility. For after-hours situations that need overnight or around-the-clock monitoring, our team coordinates referral to SAGE Veterinary Centers - San Francisco, open 24/7, 365 days a year. If you are unsure whether to wait until morning or seek immediate after-hours care, call (415) 907-7576 during our open hours and we can advise on the right next step.
Same-Day Conditions We See for Dogs and Cats
Common same-day visits include limping and minor orthopedic concerns, gastrointestinal upsets, ear and skin flare-ups, eye irritation, allergic reactions, lacerations, and acute changes in appetite or behavior. Our team also handles emergency cases during clinic hours including suspected toxin ingestion, urinary blockage, severe lacerations, and acute breathing concerns. For procedures and care that go beyond what we can offer in-house, or for cases that need overnight monitoring, our team coordinates next steps with our 24/7 emergency referral partners.
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Do I need an appointment for urgent care?
No. Visit us during open hours, seven days a week, and our team will see your pet as soon as possible. Calling ahead at (415) 907-7576 helps us prepare for what your pet may need.
What counts as a true pet emergency?
Trouble breathing, sudden collapse, repeated vomiting, urinary blockage, suspected toxin ingestion, seizures, severe limping, and any rapid worsening warrant a same-day visit. Less dramatic symptoms like ear infections or skin flare-ups are also welcome.
Are you open 24 hours for emergencies?
No. SF Vet Hospital is a daytime general practice open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Sunday 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. For overnight or 24-hour care, we coordinate with 24/7 referral partners.
How much does an urgent care visit cost?
Cost depends on what your pet needs, including the exam itself, any diagnostics, and any in-clinic care. Our team gives you an estimate before proceeding with anything beyond the initial exam so you can make decisions with full information.
Pet not acting right today? Visit SF Vet Hospital in San Francisco’s Mission District or call (415) 907-7576 to let us know you are coming. Same-day urgent care & Emergencies, seven days a week.