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Not feeling like themselves? We're here to diagnose, treat, and help your pet feel better fast.

Sick Visits & Injury Care: Here When Your Pet Needs Us Most
When your pet isn’t acting like itself, whether it’s a sudden illness, a limp, or something just seems off—it’s important to get answers quickly. Our veterinary team is here to help assess, diagnose, and treat your pet when they’re not feeling their best.

We know how stressful it can be when your pet is sick or hurt. Our goal is to provide compassionate care and clear communication, so you’re never left wondering what’s next.

When to Schedule a Sick Visit

It’s always okay to call if you’re unsure. In general, we recommend booking a visit if your pet shows any of the following:

  • Vomiting or diarrhea

  • Limping or pain

  • Coughing or sneezing

  • Loss of appetite

  • Sudden weight loss

  • Excessive itching or shaking head

  • Eye or ear discharge

  • Trouble urinating or going to the bathroom

  • Lethargy or hiding

  • Open wounds, swelling, or visible injury

Even subtle behavior changes can be signs that something’s wrong—especially in cats or senior pets.

What to Expect During a Sick Visit

  • Thorough physical exam to assess the issue

  • Discussion of symptoms and any changes you’ve noticed

  • Diagnostics as needed, such as bloodwork, urinalysis, x-rays, or ultrasound

  • Treatment recommendations tailored to your pet’s condition

  • Clear explanation of options, costs, and home care instructions

In many cases, we can start treatment on the same day. If your pet needs further testing or specialist care, we’ll help coordinate that too.

Injury & Wound Care

Accidents happen. From minor scrapes to more serious trauma, we offer:

  • Wound cleaning, sutures, or bandaging

  • Pain management and anti-inflammatories

  • Digital x-rays for possible fractures or internal injuries

  • Monitoring for infection or swelling during follow-up visits

If your pet is bleeding, unable to stand, or in distress, please call us right away so we can prepare for urgent care.


No one knows your pet like you do. If something doesn’t seem right, don’t wait, we’re here to help you get to the bottom of it and guide your pet back to feeling like themselves.

🐾 Looking to keep your pet healthy and happy? Visit us—we’re here to support every step of the way.

FAQs

Answers to Common Questions

We are open Monday to Friday 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Sundays we are closed. We do walk-in hours every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 AM - 3:30 PM?

Yes, we do. Lafayette Animal Hospital carries Royal Canin products primarily, but we do have some Hill's Science Diet and Purina prescription diets on hand.

Lafayette Animal Hospital does have a few pages on our website dedicated to pet wellness, and on those pages, we explain what vaccinations are recommended for your pet's species and age group. Please feel free to click on the page below that fits your pet's description: Puppy and Kitten Care: puppies and kittens under 1 year of age. Wellness Care: Adult dog or cat over 1 year of age. Senior Pet Care: Senior dog or cat 7 years of age or older. If you have a question as to which vaccinations your pet is currently up to date on, please call our office.

The only payment plan that Lafayette Animal Hospital offers is through CareCredit. To learn more, please visit our CareCredit page.

Yes, Lafayette Animal Hospital does require payment at the time that services are rendered.

Cost varies depending on many different variables, including but not limited to, type of treatment needed, type of animal, etc. Please call Lafayette Animal Hospital for an estimate. Please keep in the mind that the estimate that you receive is just an estimation. The total cost is subject to decrease or increase depending on what the doctor concludes after examining your pet and talking with you. Feel free to ask your doctor or technician when you are in the exam room for a more accurate quote once the plan of action is determined.