Urgent Appointment Request

Requesting a visit outside the current availability allows a licensed vet to review your request and try to accommodate your pet's needs

How it works

Compassionate care
when you need it most

Frequently Asked Questions

Urgent appointments are for situations where your pet is experiencing a sudden decline, visible pain, distress, or other time-sensitive end-of-life needs — and no standard appointment times are available.

These requests are most appropriate when care is needed same-day, but existing time slots don’t work or aren’t shown

No — this is not an emergency service.

Urgent requests are not designed for situations that require immediate intervention. If your pet is in critical distress, please contact a 24/7 emergency veterinary clinic.

Not immediately. Your request is sent to licensed veterinarians in your area. If one is able to help, they will reach out directly to discuss the proposed arrival time and any additional fees.

After you agree on the details, you will receive a booking link to confirm the appointment.

Response times can vary. Vets who offer flexible availability typically try to reach out as soon as they’re able — but they may be attending to other pet families or personal responsibilities before they can respond.

While many pet parents hear back within a few hours, we can’t guarantee a timeframe. We recommend continuing to explore other options until you’ve connected with a vet.

Yes, urgent appointments usually include an additional fee based on the time of day or night, your location, and the vet’s ability to accommodate. You’ll see all estimated costs before confirming your appointment.

Unfortunately, urgent appointments are not guaranteed bookings. If no vet is immediately available, your request stays open and visible to local providers — and we’ll notify you if someone is able to help.

In the meantime, we strongly recommend continuing your search for care. You can explore alternative in-home providers at: inhomepeteuthanasia.com

Yes. If a vet accepts your request, they’ll try to connect with you as soon as possible — often by text message for speed, or with a phone call when needed.

This allows you to confirm the proposed time and any added fees, and ask any questions before the booking link is sent.

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We are truly grateful for the care and compassion shown by Vet Sumit during such a difficult time. He treated our pet with kindness, patience, and deep respect, making sure we felt supported throughout the entire process. His professionalism and gentle approach brought comfort to our family when we needed it most. Vet Sumit took the time to explain everything clearly and ensured that our pet’s needs came first. We will always appreciate his dedication and the heartfelt care he provided

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The vet was incredibly compassionate and patient. They made an unbearably hard day peaceful and full of love. I’ll always be grateful for their kindness and care.

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Dr. Sumit is an exceptional veterinarian who truly cares about both pets and their families. His calm, compassionate approach makes every visit reassuring, even during the most difficult moments. He takes the time to explain each step clearly, answers questions patiently, and treats every pet with genuine kindness and respect.

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