THE PETWELL CARE GUIDE

Know your next step in an emergency

Follow the reading path below and discuss your pet’s individual needs with a veterinarian.

Educational pet-health and visit-preparation reference. Not a diagnosis, prescription, dosage recommendation or substitute for a veterinarian.

01Toxins / accidents

First-aid and safe transport: what to do before reaching a clinic

A practical checklist for stabilizing the scene, calling ahead, collecting information, and transporting a sick or injured pet without causing extra stress.

02Respiratory

Breathing distress transport: when every minute matters

How to recognize breathing red flags, reduce handling, call ahead, and move a pet toward urgent care without adding heat or stress.

03Urinary / kidney

Unable to urinate: blockage red flags and transport notes

Repeated attempts to urinate with little or no urine can be an emergency, especially in cats; this guide helps owners recognize and document the pattern.

04Toxins / accidents

Bleeding and wound transport: pressure, protection, and clinic handoff

A focused guide for controlling visible bleeding, protecting wounds, avoiding unsafe cleaning, and preparing a clear handoff to the clinic.

05Toxins / accidents

Emergency call script: what to say before arrival

A concise call structure for owners who are anxious, driving, or unsure what information the clinic needs first.

06Digestive

Bloat and GDV warning signs: swollen belly, dry retching, restlessness, and collapse

Bloat and gastric dilatation-volvulus are time-sensitive dog emergencies; swollen abdomen with nonproductive retching should be treated as urgent.