Urgent Veterinarian in Plano, TX
Hospital Hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wednesday: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Thursday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (Open on Limited Saturdays)
Sunday: Closed
When your pet is sick, painful, or suddenly not acting like themselves, you need answers quickly, so our urgent veterinarian in Plano, TX provides prompt care during regular business hours when our schedule allows.
Our urgent care services are led by Dr. Nina Waldron, who brings over a decade of emergency room experience to our team. With advanced diagnostics, daytime hospitalization, and experienced case management, we help bridge the gap between a routine appointment and a 24/7 emergency hospital.
Please call ahead at (972) 905-6664 so we can confirm availability, talk through your pet’s symptoms, and prepare for your arrival.
A Practical Alternative to the ER During the Day
Major 24/7 emergency hospitals provide incredible care, but overnight stays can easily cost $4,000–$6,000. For many pet families, that level of care is not always financially feasible.
Plano Animal Hospital helps bridge that gap. During our regular business hours, we provide advanced diagnostic tools, urgent case support, daytime hospitalization, and the critical care experience of an ER-trained medical leader. This allows us to treat many sick or injured pets effectively while helping families make care decisions that fit their budget.
We also offer payment and financing options, including Cherry, for unexpected veterinary costs.
The Difference Between Urgent & Emergency Care
We offer urgent care services for health concerns that need prompt attention but are not life-threatening. Contact us if you notice:
Urgent Care Situations in Pets
Plano Animal Hospital can often help with urgent but non-overnight cases, including:
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Same-day illness or injury evaluations
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Vomiting, diarrhea, or appetite changes
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Ear, skin, and eye infections
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Urinary tract symptoms
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Minor wounds and wound care
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Limping, pain, or sudden mobility changes
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Coughing, sneezing, or worsening respiratory symptoms that do not require oxygen support
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Diabetes complications
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Kidney disease support and renal failure management
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Heart failure evaluation and daytime care when stable enough for outpatient or daytime hospitalization
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Seizure evaluation and management
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Advanced wound care
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Daytime hospitalization during business hours
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Diabetes complications
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Kidney disease support and renal failure management
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Heart failure evaluation and daytime care when stable enough for outpatient or daytime hospitalization
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Seizure evaluation and management
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Advanced wound care
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Daytime hospitalization during business hours
Meet Dr. Nina Waldron
Before stepping into the role of Medical Director at Plano Animal Hospital, Dr. Nina Waldron spent 11 years in high-intensity emergency room settings. This includes eight years working full-time at a major emergency and specialty referral hospital, where she managed complex trauma, critical care, and advanced internal medicine cases.
Her extensive ER background allows her to offer a level of diagnostic insight and case management rarely found in standard general practice. At Plano Animal Hospital, she uses that experience to help pets receive timely, thoughtful urgent care during the day, while also guiding families honestly when a 24/7 ER is the safer option.
In-Hospital Specialist Services
Plano Animal Hospital also brings advanced support directly into our hospital through trusted in-hospital specialists. This helps many pets receive a higher level of diagnostic care without needing to start at a referral hospital for every step.
Specialist-supported services may include:
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Echocardiograms
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Abdominal ultrasounds
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Endoscopy
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Internal medicine consultations
What to Expect When You Call
Urgent care availability depends on our daily schedule and the medical needs of the pets already in our hospital. Calling ahead helps us prepare for your arrival, review your pet’s symptoms, and determine whether we can safely support your pet that day.
When you call, our team may ask about your pet’s symptoms, how long they have been happening, your pet’s breathing, appetite, energy level, medications, and any known medical conditions. Based on that information, we will guide you toward the best next step.
Convenient Pet Care When You Need Us
If your pet needs prompt care, Plano Animal Hospital may be able to help with same-day urgent care during regular business hours. With ER-experienced leadership, advanced diagnostics, daytime hospitalization, and clear referral guidance, our team is here to support pets who need more than a routine visit.
Please call (972) 905-6664 before coming in so we can confirm availability and prepare for your pet’s arrival.