We do not provide emergency consultations, emergency management, or transport.
Our focus is routine veterinary care. If your pet needs urgent help, please go straight to your closest vet clinic or one of the emergency centres listed below. If you prefer a mobile option that can come to you and, if required, transport your pet safely to hospital, contact Ready Vet Go.
When to seek emergency vet attention
Common Emergency type clinical signs (but not limited to)
include the following:
Acute lethargy
Difficulty breathing
Blue or pale gums
Collapse
Seizures
Snake bite
Toxin ingestion
Uncontrolled bleeding
Suspected bloat
Repeated vomiting with weakness
Inability to pass urine
Eye injuries
Please contact your nearest emergency centre if so or are concerned.
Found below.
include the following:
Acute lethargy
Difficulty breathing
Blue or pale gums
Collapse
Seizures
Snake bite
Toxin ingestion
Uncontrolled bleeding
Suspected bloat
Repeated vomiting with weakness
Inability to pass urine
Eye injuries
Please contact your nearest emergency centre if so or are concerned.
Found below.
Emergency vet option
Mobile emergency vet option
Ready Vet Go – Mobile urgent care and ambulance
What they do: Mobile urgent vet consultations at home and vet-grade ambulance transport between clinics or to an emergency hospital. Staffed by an emergency-trained veterinarian.
Service Area: www.readyvetgo.com.au/service-area
Phone: 0421 095 838
Hours: Open 7 days a week: Weekdays 12pm to 10pm Saturday 9:30am to 6:30pm Sunday 9:30 to 7:30pm
Website: www.readyvetgo.com.au
Service Area: www.readyvetgo.com.au/service-area
Phone: 0421 095 838
Hours: Open 7 days a week: Weekdays 12pm to 10pm Saturday 9:30am to 6:30pm Sunday 9:30 to 7:30pm
Website: www.readyvetgo.com.au
Emergency hospitals in Melbourne (non-mobile)
CARE (Centre for Animal Referral and Emergency) - Collingwood
Phone: (03) 9417 6417
Address: 5 Hood Street, Collingwood VIC 3066
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: arevet.com.au/wp/
Address: 5 Hood Street, Collingwood VIC 3066
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: arevet.com.au/wp/
Advanced Vetcare – Kensington
Phone: (03) 9092 0400
Address: 26 Robertson St, Kensington VIC 3031
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: advancedvetcare.com.au/contact/
Address: 26 Robertson St, Kensington VIC 3031
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: advancedvetcare.com.au/contact/
Advanced Vetcare – Kew
Phone: (03) 9020 3555
Address: 2–6 Chandler Highway, Kew VIC 3101
Hours: Emergency consultations 4 pm to midnight on weekdays, and 7 am to midnight on weekends and public holidays. Critical care available.
Website: https://advancedvetcare.com.au/contact/
Address: 2–6 Chandler Highway, Kew VIC 3101
Hours: Emergency consultations 4 pm to midnight on weekdays, and 7 am to midnight on weekends and public holidays. Critical care available.
Website: https://advancedvetcare.com.au/contact/
Northern Suburbs Animal Emergency Centre - Bundoora
Phone: (03) 9092 0400
Address: 19 Plenty Road, Bundoora, 3083
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: northernsuburbsvet.com.au
Address: 19 Plenty Road, Bundoora, 3083
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: northernsuburbsvet.com.au
Animal Referral Hospital (ARH) - Essendon Fields
Phone: (03) 9379 070
Address: 72 Hargrave Avenue, Essendon Fields, VIC, 3041
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: emergencyvet.com.au
Address: 72 Hargrave Avenue, Essendon Fields, VIC, 3041
Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days. No appointment needed for emergencies, but please call before arriving.
Website: emergencyvet.com.au
Before you leave & what to expect
Before you leave
Keep your pet warm and quiet. Do not give human medicines. If there is bleeding, apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth. Use a secure carrier for cats. For dogs, use a lead and lift carefully, supporting the chest and hindquarters. Call the clinic as you set off so they can be ready.
What to expect on arrival
Emergency hospitals triage patients. The most critical pets are seen first, which can mean waiting if your pet is stable. Fees are set by each hospital, and payment is usually required at the time of care. If you have pet insurance, bring your policy details or app.