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After-Hours Emergency Vet Care

24/7 Emergency Resources for Pet Parents in Owego, NY

When our hospital is closed and your pet needs immediate care, you’re not alone. We’ve partnered with 24-hour emergency vet hospitals in Ithaca, NY to ensure your pet can receive expert care after hours.. Whether your pet needs critical attention overnight or extended-hour support on weekends, you have trusted options nearby.

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Emergency Vet Care When Our Office is Closed

While Day Hollow Animal Hospital provides same-day urgent care during business hours, we refer all after-hours emergencies to local 24/7 emergency vet hospitals. These facilities are equipped to handle life-threatening conditions and provide round-the-clock monitoring.

In case of an after-hours emergency, please call our main number at (607) 687-1750. Our voicemail message will provide updated instructions and referrals.

We recommend the following emergency hospitals:

Cornell University Hospital for Animals (24/7 Emergency Vet Care)

For companion pet emergencies in the Ithaca region, the Cornell University Hospital for Animals is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Their emergency and critical care service is operated by board-certified vet specialists and provides advanced diagnostics, medical treatment, and surgical interventions for life-threatening conditions.

  • Phone: 607-253-3060 (Press 1 for emergencies)
  • Address: 930 Campus Road, Ithaca, NY 14853
  • Website: vet.cornell.edu/hospitals
  • Hours: Open 24/7, 365 days a year
  • Services: Full-service emergency, specialty, and surgical care
  • Note: Please call before arriving

Colonial Veterinary Hospital (Extended Hours, 7 Days a Week)

Though not open overnight, Colonial Veterinary Hospital offers extended emergency hours every day of the week, making it a valuable resource for pet parents needing support outside standard clinic times. They also provide continuous care for hospitalized patients, as well as advanced diagnostic and surgical services.

  • Phone: 607-257-3650
  • Address: 2369 N. Triphammer Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
  • Website: vcahospitals.com/colonial
  • Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Monday through Sunday
  • Services: Emergency and specialty care, in-hospital 24/7 monitoring for admitted patients
  • Note: Call ahead recommended

When to Call Us Instead

Some pet health concerns can be managed during the day—before they become emergencies. If your pet is showing early signs of illness, has a vaccine reaction, or isn’t healing as expected after a procedure, please call us as early as possible during the business day. We’ll do our best to fit your pet into our same-day schedule and help you avoid the need for more costly after-hours treatment.

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Tips for After-Hours Emergencies

  • Stay calm and keep your pet warm, quiet, and safe during transport
  • Call ahead to the emergency hospital to notify them and receive triage instructions
  • Bring any medications, medical history, or notes that could assist the veterinary team

Reliable Emergency Vet Resources for Your Pet

After-Hours and 24/7 Emergency Vet Access in the Ithaca Area

Whether your pet needs care at midnight or on a Sunday afternoon, we’ve made sure you have access to trusted emergency vet services near Ithaca. From 24-hour specialty care at Cornell University Hospital for Animals to the extended-hours availability at Colonial Veterinary Hospital, help is only a phone call away.