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Call your veterinarian if any of these occur
General Guideliens
Any problem that persists longer than 24 hours
Any problem that worsens over several hours.
Any problem associated with systemic signs such as lethargy, loss of appetite, weakness and fever.
Body temperature less than 100°F or greater than 104°F.
Any indication that more than one body system (GI, urinary, neurological ) is affected.
Gastrointestinal Problems
Frequent bouts of vomiting or diarrhea resulting in loss of large volumes of fluid.
Inability to drink or to keep water down.
Blood or black material (digested blood) in the vomit or stool.
More than three to four episodes of vomiting or diarrhea in a puppy or in a dog older than 8 years.
Vomiting following suspected ingestion of foreign material (toys, garbage, rocks, etc.)
Suspected poisoning.
Suspected bloat.
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Bleeding
Bleeding from any body cavity (nose, mouth, anus.)
Bleeding accompanied by bruising of the skin, especially the abdominal skin.
Bleeding that can't be stopped by pressure application.
When you think blood loss has been excessive.
Weakness, difficulty breathing, or reluctance to move after a bleeding episode.
Lameness
Obvious fracture of a limb.
Nonweight-bearing lameness persisting for more than 12 hours.
Swollen, painful joints or a gait that appears as if the dog is "walking on eggshells".
Paralysis of one or more limbs.
Lameness that initially improves but does not resolve in 24-48 hours.
Other Emergencies
Trauma
Venomous snakebite
Choking
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