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Emergency Vet in Los Lunas: Pet Emergency C-Sections

Looking for an emergency vet in Los Lunas, NM, for a dog in labor? Los Lunas Animal Clinic offers 24/7 emergency C-section on-call services. If you think your dog needs help, call the clinic right away.

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How Do I Know If My Dog Needs to Come for an Emergency C-Section?

We have 24/7 emergency C-section on-call services for pets in Los Lunas, NM. If it is outside of normal business hours, call the clinic number, and you will be redirected to the emergency call line. Please read the information below to know if you need a C-section, as you will be asked the same questions and told the same information over the phone.

Our staff is on an on-call basis after hours. We are not at the clinic 24/7 and must leave our homes to come for emergencies. We are happy to provide these services and understand emergencies happen at all times. Please respect our staff’s home time and sleep. Strive only to call if you need services.

For French Bulldog, Pug, or English Bulldog (or any mix containing these breeds)
If your dog has started active labor (stage 2: you will see contractions and the dog actively trying to push puppies out), call the clinic and bring the dog in for a C-section right away. Do not wait for the dog to try on their own.
For All Other Breeds (Not French Bulldog, Pug, English Bulldog, or any mix containing these breeds)
If your dog is in active labor (stage 2: you will see contractions and the dog actively trying to push puppies out) and it has been going on for more than 4 hours without a pup being born, call the clinic and bring the dog in for C-section right away.

If there has been more than 2 hours since a puppy being born and your dog is still in active labor, call the clinic and bring the dog in for C-section right away.

If you see or feel a puppy stuck during birth, call the clinic and bring the dog in for C-section right away. We do not recommend trying to pull the puppy out, as this can be dangerous to the puppy and to the mom.

If your dog shows signs of finishing labor (more than 2 hours of resting with no pushing) but you know there are more puppies, call the clinic and bring the dog in for a C-section right away.

In order to protect our staff, the following policies are in place

The first emergency call is free. If you elect not to come in for a C-section, all future emergency calls before the next business day will require credit card information prior to consultation with the veterinarian, and you will be charged a consultation fee. All fees will be applied the next business day. Any fees that cannot be collected will result in an outstanding balance, and we will not provide further services until fees are paid.

If you do not show up for a requested C-section, all emergency fees, staff fees, and no-show fees will be applied to your account. We will not provide future services until fees have been paid.

If you are a new client and have never been seen with us, we will require credit card information before staff will come for a C-section. This ensures payment of staff in the event of a no-show. All fees will be applied the next business day. Any fees that cannot be collected will result in an outstanding balance, and we will not provide further services until fees are paid.

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FAQs About Emergency C-Sections in Los Lunas, NM

Do you offer an emergency vet for C-sections in Los Lunas, NM?

Yes. Los Lunas Animal Clinic provides 24/7 emergency C-section on-call services for dogs in Los Lunas, NM. After hours, call the clinic, and you will be redirected to the emergency call line.

When should I call the emergency line for my dog in labor?
Call right away if your dog is in active labor with no puppy born after the breed-specific time window, if more than 2 hours pass between puppies, or if a puppy appears stuck. In these cases, bring your dog in for a C-section without delay.
How fast can your on-call staff respond after hours?
Our staff is on an on-call basis and must leave home to come to the clinic for emergencies. We respond as quickly as we can. Please call only when you need services, so our team can prioritize true emergencies.
Is the first emergency call free?
The first emergency call is free. If you decline to come in, future after-hours calls require credit card information before consultation, and a consultation fee may apply. New clients provide credit card information before the staff come in for a C-section.
Where is your emergency vet located in Los Lunas, NM?

Los Lunas Animal Clinic serves pets throughout Los Lunas, Valencia County, and Bernalillo County. If you have a C-section emergency, call the clinic right away, and our team will guide you on the next steps.

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