24/7 Emergency Vet for Dogs Hit by Cars in Anaheim
If your dog has been hit by a car, seek emergency veterinary care immediately, even if your dog seems alert, can walk, and has no visible injuries.
Internal bleeding and injuries to the lungs, brain, or other organs may not be obvious at first and can quickly become life-threatening.
Do not wait to see if your dog improves. Call 657-999-1150 and bring your dog directly to CASE Animal Hospital at 1400 N Burton Pl, Anaheim, CA 92806. We’re open 24/7.
Warning Signs After a Dog Is Hit by a Car
Seek emergency veterinary care immediately if your dog has any of the following warning signs:
Breathing & Circulation
Neurologic & Mobility
Bleeding & Other Warning Signs
Common Injuries
Don't Wait for Symptoms to Appear
Serious injuries may not be immediately visible after a car accident, even if your dog appears alert and has no obvious injuries.
Why a Dog That Seems Fine Still Needs Emergency Evaluation
Your dog may seem alert, able to walk, or have no visible injuries after being hit by a car. That does not mean they are safe.
Adrenaline can temporarily mask pain, and some injuries may not cause obvious signs right away.
Hidden injuries can continue to worsen over the following minutes or hours, even if your dog initially appears stable.
Prompt emergency veterinary care allows these hidden injuries to be identified and treated before they become life-threatening.
⚠️ Every minute counts. Do not wait for symptoms to appear. Bring your dog to an emergency veterinarian immediately.
Dog Hit by a Car? Follow These Emergency Steps
If your dog has been hit by a car, bring them to CASE Animal Hospital immediately. Before transporting your dog, follow these steps to protect yourself, prevent further injury, and prepare for safe transport.
1
Make Sure the Area Is Safe
Before approaching your dog, check for moving vehicles and other hazards.
If possible, ask someone to warn approaching drivers or direct traffic while you help your dog.
2
Approach Your Dog Carefully
Because pain and fear can cause even gentle dogs to bite, approach slowly, speak calmly, and keep your face and hands away from their mouth.
3
Check for Critical Signs
Quickly check whether your dog is:
✓ Conscious or responsive
✓ Breathing normally
✓ Bleeding heavily
✓ Pale, white, blue, or gray gums (if safe to check)
✓ Collapsed, having seizures, or unable to stand
⚠️ If you are unsure whether your dog is seriously injured, do not wait to see if symptoms develop. Bring your dog to CASE Animal Hospital immediately.
4
Stop Bleeding & Stabilize
First, address any severe external bleeding by applying firm, steady pressure to the wound with a clean towel, cloth, or gauze.
Next, ensure your dog remains completely still. Do not allow them to walk, even if they seem able to stand.
Finally, cover them with a blanket or coat to retain body heat, but make sure their nose and mouth remain uncovered so they can breathe easily.
5
Transport Your Dog Safely
If possible, use a firm board, folded blanket, or other sturdy surface to support your dog’s body during transport.
Keep the head, neck, and spine aligned, and ask someone to help if your dog is too large to lift safely.
📞 While You’re on the Way
Call CASE Animal Hospital before you leave. If someone is with you, ask them to call while you drive.
If possible, be ready to tell our emergency team:
✓ When the accident happened
✓ Whether your dog is conscious and breathing
✓ Whether there is severe bleeding
✓ Your estimated arrival time
Calling ahead allows our emergency team to prepare for your arrival so treatment can begin without delay.
What Not to Do After Your Dog Is Hit by a Car
Avoid these common mistakes, as they can worsen your dog’s injuries or delay emergency treatment.
❌ Do not wait for symptoms to develop.
❌ Do not give food or water unless instructed by a veterinarian.
❌ Do not give human pain medication.
❌ Do not attempt to straighten broken bones.
❌ Do not remove deeply embedded objects.
❌ Do not wrap the chest or abdomen tightly.
❌ Do not muzzle a dog with breathing problems.
❌ Do not delay emergency care to collect accident information.
❌ Do not speed or drive recklessly to reach the hospital.
⚠️ When in doubt, transport your dog to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital as quickly and safely as possible.
What Happens When You Arrive at the Emergency Vet
Once you arrive, our emergency team will assess your dog immediately and begin emergency care if needed.
The first priority is to identify life-threatening injuries, stabilize your dog’s condition, and determine the most appropriate treatment plan.
Why Choose CASE Animal Hospital
CASE Animal Hospital provides 24/7 emergency, critical, and specialty veterinary care under one roof in Anaheim, so your dog can receive immediate treatment without delays caused by transfers between hospitals.
Our emergency veterinarians and board-certified specialists provide advanced diagnostic imaging, emergency surgery, and continuous ICU monitoring for dogs with severe injuries caused by vehicle accidents.
Contact Our Emergency Team
📍 Visit Us: 1400 N Burton Pl, Anaheim, CA 92806
📞 Call Now: (657) 999-1150
🕒 Open 24/7
✅ Walk-in emergencies welcome
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any additional questions, or wish to speak with someone, please contact our office today.
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CASE Animal Hospital
1400 N Burton Pl
Anaheim, CA 92806
657-999-1150
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Monday through Sunday
Open 24 Hours a Day
