When your dog or cat isn’t acting like themselves or seems sick, it’s easy to spiral. So how do you know when it’s time to head to the ER versus wait it out? Emergency vet Dr. Stevie Aitken is back to help you make the call. She shares the red flags and situations that in her experience can mean “go now,” what symptoms may be less urgent than they seem(you might be surprised!), and how to stay calm in the chaos. Because when your pet’s not acting like themselves,having expert insight may make all the difference.

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