Emergency Medicine

If your pet is experiencing a medical emergency, call LAASER immediately at (323) 800-VETS (8387) or come directly to our hospital.

When your pet needs emergency care, every minute matters. At LAASER, our Emergency & Critical Care team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year to provide prompt, compassionate care when your pet needs it most.

Because our emergency service works closely with our board-certified and specialty-trained teams in Neurology, Surgery, Cardiology, Internal Medicine and Rehabilitation, your pet has access to advanced diagnostics, specialized treatment, and seamless continuity of care – all within one hospital. This collaborative approach allows us to rapidly diagnose complex conditions and provide comprehensive treatment without the delays of transferring your pet between facilities.

Seek emergency care if your pet is experiencing:

  • Trauma, including being hit by a vehicle, falls, or other serious injuries
  • Difficulty breathing, choking, or severe coughing
  • Collapse, weakness, inability to stand, or loss of consciousness
  • Seizures or sudden neurologic changes
  • Suspected poisoning or ingestion of toxic substances
  • Persistent or repeated vomiting or severe diarrhea
  • Significant bleeding or wounds that won’t stop bleeding
  • Difficulty urinating, inability to urinate, or straining without producing urine
  • Difficulty giving birth or prolonged labor
  • Severe abdominal pain or a bloated abdomen
  • Heatstroke or overheating
  • Sudden paralysis, loss of coordination, or inability to use one or more limbs
  • Eye injuries or sudden vision loss
  • Known or suspected heart problems, fainting episodes, or blue/pale gums
  • Any condition that causes you concern or seems significantly different from your pet’s normal behavior.

Comprehensive Specialty Care Under One Roof

Our Emergency team works in partnership with our specialty services to ensure your pet receives the highest level of care throughout every stage of diagnosis and treatment.

Our specialty services include:

  • Neurology – Evaluation and treatment of seizures, spinal disorders, paralysis, and other neurologic conditions.
  • Surgery – Advanced soft tissue, orthopedic, and emergency surgical procedures.
  • Cardiology – Diagnosis and management of heart disease using advanced imaging and cardiac diagnostics.
  • Internal Medicine – Comprehensive care for complex medical conditions involving the gastrointestinal, endocrine, respiratory, kidney, liver, and immune systems.


Whether your pet requires emergency stabilization, advanced imaging, specialized surgery, or ongoing management of a complex medical condition, our collaborative team is equipped to provide comprehensive care in one location.

At LAASER, we understand that emergencies are stressful. Our commitment is to provide exceptional medical care while keeping you informed, supported, and involved in every step of your pet’s treatment.