Pet Emergency Guide

Luxembourg - Belgium - France - Germany

When to Seek Emergency Care

Seek immediate veterinary attention if your pet exhibits any of these symptoms:

An accident / Fall

Wound / Heavy bleeding

Extreme lethargy / High fever (over 39°C)

Difficulty breathing

Toxic ingestion

Seizures, collapse

Unconsciousness or extreme lethargy

Paralysis or refusal to move

Difficulty urinating

Blood in urine

High fever (over 39°C) with no effort and lethargy

Severe diarrhea and apathy, especially in kittens and puppies

Repeated vomiting

Any respiratory problems

Excessive salivation with prostration or excitement

Incoordination of movements or ataxia

Facial swelling or hives after medication or an insect bite

Unexplained hemorrhage or bleeding

Blue tongue, drooling, ataxia

A difficult birth

Any signs of infection, especially in young animals

Emergency Response Steps

Stay calm

Your pet absorbs your emotions and needs you to stay focused. In an emergency your pet may feel scared and react differently, they may even bite. Speak calmly and make slow, gentle movements to reassure them.

Call the vet first

They may guide you through immediate first aid or redirect you to an available clinic.

Get Help

If you can, call someone who can help you take care of your pet, get the car ready, call the vet, and/or drive you if you can’t.

Transport your pet safely

Use a blanket or carrier to stabilize them during transport.

Bring medical info if available

Any documents, treatments, or known allergies help the vet.

In case of poisoning

bring the package/label with you or a picture of the plant ingested.

What to do in case of:

If the animal remains prostrate, is bleeding, or has injuries following an impact after a car accident, take it for an emergency consultation. And take first aid measures: Apply pressure to wounds that are bleeding heavily and transport the animal on a makeshift stretcher (board, coat, etc.).

If the wound is bleeding, apply pressure to limit the bleeding and seek the advice of a veterinarian. Any wound should be examined if it appears deep or extends over several centimeters.

The normal temperature for a cat or dog is between 98.6°F and 105.6°F (38°C - 39°C). If the animal has a temperature above 105.6°F (39°C), it is best to consult a veterinarian.

Due to the presence of a stone or crystals, for example, the animal is unable to urinate at all or only in small amounts and with pain. You should consult a veterinarian within 24 hours, as the situation can rapidly deteriorate and irreversible damage can occur.

If the animal is struggling to breathe (seems to be gasping for air by stretching its neck, breathing with its mouth open, showing strong chest movements or noisy breathing), it is best to take it to a veterinarian.

If the animal is vomiting repeatedly and is listless, seek veterinary advice.

If the animal suddenly can no longer stand up or begins to stagger on its hind legs, this may be a sign of severe pain or a neurological problem. Contact a veterinarian.

Any epileptic seizure (or series of seizures) lasting more than 10 minutes requires urgent treatment by a veterinarian.

This may be caused by an insect bite or an allergic reaction. It is advisable to consult a veterinarian to prevent the swelling from reaching the respiratory tract.

If the animal has been in a very hot place (such as a car) or has "exercised" when the outside temperature is high (e.g., during a walk) and is showing signs of difficulty breathing, blue tongue, drooling, or high rectal temperature, it must be cooled down immediately and taken to a veterinarian.

A twig or foreign object may enter the eye and become stuck or cause a corneal ulcer. Such an injury is very painful and can worsen without proper care.

Luxembourg Emergency Care

On-Call Vets in Luxembourg

Luxembourg has a rotating system for emergency veterinary care outside normal hours (nights, weekends, public holidays).

collegeveterinaire.lu

Veterinary Clinic of Bettembourg

Also know as "Déiereklinik Um Krakelshaff". Emergency care is available 24/7, but you must call before. Walk-ins without a call are not accepted, even in emergencies.

136 Z.A.E. Wolser F, 3290 Bettembourg

deiereklinik.lu