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Traildog First-aid Page

The following information has been compiled as a helpful resource and is by NO means a comprehensive replacement for personal study and certification in Pet First-aid and Wilderness First-aid. All information has been taken from various web based sources, books, and the Red Cross Pet First-aid and CPR program. Whenever possible, focus has been placed on addressing/treating canine related issues while "on trail".

 

 

 

 

 

 

Topics A-Z (This page is still be added to, bear with me)

Abrasions and Minor Cuts

Animal Bites

Bleeding

Breaks

Burns

Cacti Removal

Choking

Cold Related Issues

Dehydration

Eye Injuries

First-aid Kit Contents

Fish Hook Removal

Gun Shot

Heat Related Issues

Make Shift Muzzles

Pain management

Paw and Pad Injuries

Punctures

Shock

Stings

Strains & Sprains

Tick Removal

Transporting an Injured Dog

Vomiting

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Abrasions and Minor Cuts Return to Topic's Directory

 

Animal Bites Return to Topic's Directory
 
Bleeding Return to Topic's Directory

 

Burns Return to Topic's Directory

 

Cacti Removal Return to Topic's Directory

Definition

Prevention

Early Warning Signs

Symptoms

Treatment

Caution

Is it in your pack?

Choking Return to Topic's Directory

 

Cold Related Issues Return to Topic's Directory
 
Dehydration Return to Topic's Directory
 
Eye Injuries Return to Topic's Directory
 
First-aid Kit Contents Return to Topic's Directory
 
Fish Hook Removal Return to Topic's Directory
 
Fractures / Breaks Return to Topic's Directory

 

Gun Shot Return to Topic's Directory
 
Hyperthermia (Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke) Return to Topic's Directory eturn to Topic's Directory

Definition

Hyperthermia is defined in canines as an elevated core body temperature, general anything over 102.5 F. The beginning phase of hyperthermia is commonly referred to as Heat Exhaustion. If the dog's body temperature continues to rise the next stage is Heat Stroke. Heat Stroke occurs when the dog's core body temperature exceeds 104 F. Both are very serious issues and could result in permanent brain damage or death if not treated immediately.

Prevention

  • Older, overweight, or long haired breeds are more likely to suffer from heat related issues. You can help by brushing the coat more often, lowering your dog's weight and taking it easy when hiking with a high risk traildog.
  • Pre-condition to temperatures, distance and difficulty level.
  • Learn what is normal for your dog. (Normal body temp., panting, water intake, etc.)
  • Encourage your dog to pre-hydrate the night before and the morning of the hike. Provide copious amounts of water before loading into a vehicle, at breaks while driving to the trailhead and at the trailhead before setting off.
  • Keep your dog leashed. This allows you to control how fast they are moving on the trail and decreases the likelihood they will over do it by racing back and forth.
  • Take regular rest stops in the shade. Force your dog to relax if necessary.
  • Bring a bowl. This helps your dog drink more efficiently and helps you conserve water.
  • Learn the warning signs and watch for them closely.

Early Warning Signs

  • Pace slows and the dog tries to lie down whenever shade is encountered
  • The dog has an abnormally large tongue
  • He coughs up water after drinking
  • The dog eagerly looks for water at every stop or barges into other dog's bowls
  • Abnormal irritability

If you are seeing these types of behaviors, heat exhaustion is likely right around the corner. Stop and cool the dog before he gets worse. If possible find a shaded location and allow a sufficient amount of time for the dog to recover before continuing on.

Heat Exhaustion

Symptoms

  • Excessive panting and/or salivating
  • Ear skin is flush red
  • Muddy pink or grey gums
  • Unresponsive to commands or other stimuli

Heat Stroke

Symptoms

  • Extreme panting
  • Weakness and/or staggering
  • Fainting/collapse
  • Vomiting and/or runny stool

Treatment

Treatment is basically the same for both heat exhaustion and heat stroke. With both you should deal with the problem in the field and only proceed to your vehicle AFTER the dog's temperature has returned to normal or near normal.

Heat exhaustion is a little less life threatening but should still be addressed promptly before it escalates in to heat stroke.

  • Cool the dog ASAP
    Move into the shade. Washes or areas that are shaded for longer portions of the day are best if there is one close by. If there is cool sand in the wash have the dog lie there as opposed to on warmer rocks. If shade isn't immediately present it might be necessary to make your own shade by using a rain poncho, tarp, space blanket, umbrella, etc. A t-shirt extended between two trekking poles will also work if nothing else is available. If you are alone and can't create shade quickly do it after you wet your dog down.

    Wet the dog completely. Submersion in cool (not cold) water is best, if this is not possible then focus on the dog's head and neck area first. Apply an ice pack to the neck or head if you have one with you. If you need to keep your hands free to continue wetting the dog then loosely tie the ice pack on with your bandanna or light bandage material. Do not restrict breathing. If water is scarce have your dog lay on something hydrophobic (non-absorbent) like a trash bag, rain jacket or poncho in a recessed area if possible. This will create a bathtub effect and allow the water to pool keeping it on the dog longer.

    Fan the dog with your hat, backpack, or an item of clothing. Air movement facilitates cooling.


    Provide small amounts of cool water to drink.
  • Get Help
    If you are traveling with other hikers ask for help. Gather as much water as the other humans are willing to spare. Have at least one person stay with you and send two or more to the nearest water source (river, pond, lake, your vehicle, the trailhead) to get more water. You will either need this to continue cooling your dog down or for the humans to drink while hiking the dog out.

    When your dog's temperature returns to normal or near normal and you think it's safe to start walking again move slowly to your vehicle. As you near the trailhead, send someone ahead with your car keys to start your vehicle and get the air conditioning running. This way your vehicle is already cooled down when you and your dog arrive.

    Call ahead to the veterinarian and let them know you are coming and what your situation is. This will facilitate their response when you arrive.

Caution

Never muzzle a dog with hyperthermia. Dogs use their mouths as one of their primary temperature regulation options.

Is it in your pack?

If this emergency happened to your dog today would you have the right items with you to provide adequate care? Here are some suggestions...

  • Water, water and more water. Carry more than you think you AND your dog will need. It's worth it and if you don't need it, you may run into another hiker that does.
  • Phone number and address of the two nearest veterinarians to your hiking location. (Hours of operation should be pre-confirmed.) (View CHCoA Emergency Vet List)
  • Ice pack(s)
  • Bandanna, self adhesive bandage wrap or other bandaging material in case you need to tie the ice pack(s) on.
  • Hydrophobic material (can be used as bathtub to conserve water or as shade material)
    Trash bag, Neat Sheet, Nylon table cloth, Ground sheet from tent, Tarp, Backpack rain cover, Poncho or rain jacket, Space blanket, etc...
  • Sugar cubes or honey packets - All can be used after your dog's temperature has returned to normal or near normal as a way to boost energy for the hike out.

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Lacertaions Return to Topic's Directory

 

Make Shift Muzzles Return to Topic's Directory
 
Pain Management Return to Topic's Directory
 
Paw and Pad Injuries Return to Topic's Directory

Definition

Paw and pad injuries are unfortunately one of the more common health issues among active dogs. The good news is they are rarely life threatening and not overly difficult to treat in the field. The following types of problems will be covered in this section: Minor abrasions, blisters, lacerations to the webbing between the toes or on the paw, foxtail removal and damaged toenails. Cacti removal, fishhook removal, punctures and fractured toes are addressed in other sections.

Prevention

Canine foot pads are actually specialized skin and since the brunt of the dog's weight is distributed onto the pads with each step it is important they stay in healthy condition so walking is not adversely affected.

  • Preconditioning by walking/running the dog on various types of surfaces over a gradual period of time is the best preventative. In the same way you would break in new shoes before setting off on a long walk, an unconditioned dog needs time to build up their foot pads so they are less likely to "blow" a pad.
  • Foot pad lotions, sprays and waxes can be useful as conditioners or as a means to toughen the pads before heading into the field. Consult your veterinarian for advice regarding these products.
  • Dog boots or booties are also useful in some situations but they do have drawbacks. Booties should be introduced well before they are needed so the dog has time to get used to wearing them and so you know they are properly sized. Boots reduce traction and may contribute to slips or falls depending on the type of ground surface. They should not be used as a substitute for preconditioning the dog's feet before outdoor activity. They also need to be taken off periodically throughout your hike to allow the dogs feet to cool and so you can inspect their paws for debris that may have entered the boot during the hike.
  • Keep toenails trimmed to reduce the likelihood of injuries to the nail and so booties fit properly.
  • The hair between the toes and under the pads should also be regularly inspected and trimmed if necessary.
  • Conduct a post hike inspection while in camp or when you return home. Closely examine under and in between the pads, each toenail and between each toe watching for foreign bodies, swelling, redness, cracks, bleeding, pain, fluid seepage, etc…. Address any issues before hiking again.

Early Warning Signs

Inhospitable trail conditions are a good indicator that there is potential for injury. Dogs that have come into contact with hazards like sharp rocks, broken glass, hot sand, pavement or pebbles, ice and road salt, repeated travel through water, fish hooks, unfriendly plants and even trash should be carefully monitored during the trip. Any of these factors may contribute to a hike ending paw injury. In my personal experience paw and foot pad injuries have been quite easy to spot as the dog typically offers obvious symptoms like favoring the paw, limping, whining, and/or biting at the wound area. It is entirely possible, however, for a dog to continue hiking despite pain or discomfort because they want to keep up with their owner. Any signs of abnormal behavior should always be investigated.

Minor Abrasions to the Foot or Footpad (See also Bleeding)

Symptoms

  • Visible open wound
  • Bleeding (may be heavy, especially from the footpads)

Treatment

  • Remove any visible foreign bodies still in the opening
  • Flush the area with clean water using forceful irrigation if possible. A hydration bladder hose works well for this. If this isn't an option, an antiseptic cleanser will also work.
  • Apply an antibiotic ointment or cream if you have one.
  • Bandage the area and keep it clean and dry.

Footpad Blisters

Symptoms

  • Limping or favoring a limb
  • A decrease in pace and/or an evident change in normal "on trail" behavior
  • Visible cracks, blisters, raw spots, or openings in the foot pad
  • You may also see a blood trail left behind with each step

Treatment

Footpad Blisters, also called Blown Pads, is not life threatening but it is definitely painful for the dog and will drastically slow your hiking progress. Address this type of injury as soon as you spot the symptoms so the blister does not grow or become deeper and more painful.

  • Clean the foot pad by flushing it with clean water.
  • If the skin has already cracked or opened up make sure all debris has been removed from under the outer skin layer.
  • Treat with an antibiotic or first-aid cream
  • Bandage
  • Covering the bandage with a bootie may help preserve the dressing and keep the wound cleaner.
  • If the blister is severe or on more than one paw and the dog appears to really be struggling, something may be needed to manage the pain. (See the Pain Management section for more info)

At Home

Re-examine the dog's injury when you return home and apply a new clean dressing if needed. The blister will heal in a couple of weeks with rest and light duty walking. Application of an ointment or pad conditioner may speed recovery.

Lacerations to the Webbing Between the Toes

Caution

This type of injury will likely be painful, watch for signs of aggression or change in temperment. Additionally, some dogs are not overly keen on having their paws touched even when uninjured. If you suspect having problems, muzzling should be considered before you begin treatment. (See the Make Shift Muzzle section)

Symptoms

Treatment

At Home

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Punctures Return to Topic's Directory
 
Shock Return to Topic's Directory
 
Stings Return to Topic's Directory
 
Strains & Sprains Return to Topic's Directory

 

Tick Removal Return to Topic's Directory
 
Transporting an Injured Dog Return to Topic's Directory
 
Vomiting Return to Topic's Directory

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Emergency Pet Care
around Arizona

Vet list pic

Let's face facts, outdoor activities, even those conducted on city trails, involve some level of risk. It is our responsibility as the caretaker of our dog(s) to be ready to help them should an emergency situation arise while in the field. A good place to start is to learn Pet First-aid and CPR and to carry first-aid supplies with you at all times. (There is another page on this site dedicated to K9 First-aid issues if you are interested.) Beyond learning emergency skills it is a wise idea to always carry contact information for the nearest source of help to the location you are hiking. Some outdoor emergencies will require a trip to the vet even if you have administered aid while on the trail. Having this information clearly written out and on your person will save you precious time once you get your dog into the closest vehicle and you are on your way to civilization. The list below has been put together to help all traildog owners locate these emergency options more easily. Please feel free to print it out and carry it with you on every outdoor adventure you share with your four-legged hiking partner.

**Although we try to keep this list up to date please verify all info. before you rely on it. Neither the webmaster or any CHCoA member is responsible for any inaccurate phone numbers, addresses or directions.**

This section is still being worked on as of May 2008. Thank you for your patience. If you have a clinic you want to see added please contact Jamie D - jdeben@hotmail.com

Clinics Listed Alphabetically by Nearest Town/City

Alpine
Amado
Apache Junction
Avondale
Bumble Bee
Bisbee

Camp Verde
Carefree/Cave Creek
Casa Grande

Chandler
Chino Valley
Cortez Junction

Cottonwood
Crown King
Elfrida
Flagstaff
Fountain Hills
Gilbert
Glendale

Globe/
Superior
Goodyear
Green Valley
Greer
Happy Jack
Heber

Kingman
Mesa
New River
Oracle
Payson
Peoria
Phoenix
Pine/Strawberry
Portal
Prescott
Safford
Scottsdale

Sedona
Show Low
Sierra Vista
Springerville
Sun City West

Tempe
Tucson
Wickenburg
Williams
Winslow
Yuma

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Apache Junction (Superstition Mtns, Goldfield Mtns, Lost Dutchman State Park)

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
1st Emergency Pet Care
1423 South Higley Road, Suite 102
Mesa, AZ
480-924-1123

Near US 60 and Higley Road

Open 24 hrs - 7 days a week
VCA Apache Junction Animal Hospital
10241 E. Apache Trail
Apache Junction, AZ 85220
480-984-2114
Near Mountain and Apache Trail east of Signal Butte Call ahead for emergencies

M - F: 7am to 7pm
Sat: 8am to 2pm

     

Camp Verde (Verde River Trails, West Clear Creek Wilderness, Cedar Bench Wilderness, Fossil Springs Wilderness, East end of Prescott NF, South end of Coconino NF) **Back to Town Directory**

Anasazi Animal Clinic
407 W. General Crook Trail
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
928-567-3807
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Camp Verde Veterinary Clinic
100 S. Montezuma Castle Hwy.
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
928-567-9400
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
     

Carefree/Cave Creek (Spur Cross Ranch Recreation Area, Seven Springs Recreation Area, Bartlett Lake, Horseshoe Lake, SW end of Tonto NF) **Back to Town Directory**

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
Scottsdale Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC
14202 N. Scottsdale Rd., #163
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-949-8001
On Scottsdale and Acoma(Acoma is just north of Thunderbird) Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
Animal Hospital at Tatum Ranch
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 515-5448

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M to F: 8am - 6pm

Sat: 8- 1

??Arizona Skies Animal Hospital
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
(480) 488-3400
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Bell West Animal Hospital
4532 E. Lone Mountain Rd. #102
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
480-488-3400

Cave Creek Rd and Lone Mtn.

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M T TH F: 7:30am to 5:30pm

Wed & Sat: 8am to Noon

Carefree Animal Hospital
6718 E. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
480-488-3080
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M T TH F: 9am to 5pm

Wed & Sat: 9am to noon
Desert Forest Animal Hospital
6554 E. Cave Creek Rd.
Cave Creek, AZ 85331
480-488-2010
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M - Sat: 9am to 1pm
M T W F: 3pm to 6pm

     

Casa Grande

Casa Grande Animal Hospital
Casa Grande, AZ 85222
(520) 836-5979
Emergency services are unconfirmed
at this time
 
     

Chandler (East end of South Mtn Park, Santan Mtns Regional Park) **Back to Town Directory**

First Regional Animal Hospital Emergency and Critical Care
1233 West Warner Road
Chandler, AZ 85224
480-857-0451 or 480-732-0018

On Warner just west of Alma School Road

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time
East Valley Mobile Vet
25835 S. 154th St.
Chandler, AZ 85249
480-802-6904
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Kennel Care
6277 W. Chandler Blvd.
Chandler, AZ 85226
480-940-0066
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  

Ray & Rural Animal Hospital
4939 W. Ray Rd. #24
Chandler, AZ 85226
480-940-9494

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  

Flagstaff (KachinaPeaks Wilderness, Coconino NF) **Back to Town Directory**

Alpine Animal Hospital
1066 W. Rte. 66
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-774-9441
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Aspen
928-526-2423
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
?Canyon Pet Hospital
12 S. Mikes Pike
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-774-5197
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Coconino Animal Hospital Ltd
2712 N. W. St.
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
928-779-3657
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Continental Animal Wellness Center
928- 522-6008
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Flagstaff Animal Hospital
2308 E. Rte. 66
Flagstaff, AZ 86004
928-779-4565
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Westside Veterinary Clinic
963 W. Rte. 66 #230
Flagstaff, AZ 86001
928-779-0148
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
     

Fountain Hills (McDowell Mtn Regional Park, Lower Verde River, Four Peaks Wilderness, Three Bar Wildlife Area, Tonto NF)

Fountain Hills Veterinary Hospital
12035 N. Saguaro Blvd. #102
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
480-837-9261
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
Palisades Veterinary Clinic
16813 E. Palisades Blvd.
Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
480-837-0082
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
     

Gilbert **Back to Town Directory**

The Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC
86 W. Juniper Ave.
Gilbert, AZ 85233
480-497-0222 or 480-635-1110
Just west of Gilbert Rd between Guadalupe and Elliott Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
     

Glendale (Thunderbird Park) **Back to Town Directory**

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
Northwest Valley Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC
9875 W. Peoria
Peoria, AZ 85345
623-974-1520
SE corner of 99th Ave and Peoria Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
**Nearest After-hour Emergency**
North Valley Animal Emergency Clinic
3134 West Carefree Highway, Suite 2
Phoenix, AZ 85086
623-516-8571
Tramonto Marketplace on the Northeast Corner of I-17 and Carefree Highway. M - F: 6pm to 8am
Saturday 12pm to Monday 8am.
24 hours on most holidays.
??Academy West Animal Hospital
6231 W. Bell Rd.
Glendale, AZ 85308
602-938-8650

South side of Bell Rd on 62nd Avenue

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M-F: 8am - 6:30pm
Sat: 8am to 4pm

??Arrowhead Plaza Animal Hospital
20165 N. 67th Ave. #114
Glendale, AZ 85308
623-561-8482
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M-F: 830am - 530pm; Closed 12pm - 2p for lunch

??Animal Medical Center of Deer Valley
3830 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd. #109
Glendale, AZ 85310
623-780-3535

North side of Pinnacle Peak and 38th Avenue

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

 

     

Globe/Superior

     
     
     

Mesa **Back to Town Directory**

1st Emergency Pet Care
1423 S Higley Rd, #102
Mesa, AZ 85206
480-924-1123

Near US 60 and Higley Road

Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
VCA Animal Referral & Emergency Center of Arizona
1648 N Country Club Dr
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-898-0001
Between Brown and McKellips on Country Club Dr. (0.6 of a mile south of the Loop 202) Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
     

New River (Cave Creek Regional Park, Lake Pleasant, Black Canyon Trail)

**Nearest After-hour Emergency**
North Valley Animal Emergency Clinic
3134 West Carefree Highway, Suite 2
Phoenix, AZ 85086
623-516-8571
Tramonto Marketplace on the Northeast Corner of I-17 and Carefree Highway. M - F: 6pm to 8am
Saturday 12pm to Monday 8am.
24 hours on most holidays.

Oracle (Oracle State Park, Back side of Santa Catalinas, Coronado NF) **Back to Town Directory**

     

Peoria (Lake Pleasant Regional Park)

**Nearest 24 hr Emergency**
Northwest Valley Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC
9875 W. Peoria
Peoria, AZ 85345
623-974-1520
SE corner of 99th Ave and Peoria Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
**Nearest After-hour Emergency**
North Valley Animal Emergency Clinic
3134 West Carefree Highway, Suite 2
Phoenix, AZ 85086
623-516-8571
Tramonto Marketplace on the Northeast Corner of I-17 and Carefree Highway. M - F: 6pm to 8am
Saturday 12pm to Monday 8am.
24 hours on most holidays.
Banfield Lake Pleasant - opening Sept 2007    

Phoenix (Grouped by nearest trailhead or hiking location) **Back to Town Directory**

AZ Humane Society Emergency Animal Medical Technician(EAMT) Ambulance Service
(602) 997-7585, Ext. 2073.
Valleywide service for animals in distress or sick or injured stray animals Services are free and available daily from 6am to 2am.

Phoenix Mtns. Preserve - Dreamy Draw Park Trailheads and southern access points into the Shaw Butte area

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
The Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC(Phoenix)
2260 W. Glendale
Phoenix, AZ 85021
602-995-3757

On the North side of Glendale and 23rd Ave

(About 5 miles from Dreamy Draw; About 4 from southern Shaw Butte trailheads)
Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
Sonora Veterinary Specialists
4015 E Cactus
Phoenix, AZ 85032
602-765-3700

SE corner of 40th Street and Cactus

(About 3 miles from Dreamy Draw;)
Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
Palo Verde Animal Hospital
1215 East Northern Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 944-9661
SE corner of 12th Street and Northern Emergency Walk-Ins welcome - Call Ahead
M - F: 7am to 5:30pm
Sat: 8am to 3pm

Phoenix Mtns. Preserve - Trails starting from the North Mtn. Visitor Center, in North Mtn Park and the Central and Thunderbird trailhead for Shaw Butte

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
North Valley Regional Animal Hospital
520 W Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 849-0700
North side of Union Hills just east of 7th Avenue Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week
Companion Pet Clinic
2017 E Cactus Rd # A
Phoenix, AZ 85022
(602) 485-0485
Next to the QT on the S. side of Cactus E of Cave Creek Rd. Emergency Walk-Ins accepted - Call ahead
M - F: 8:30am to 5:30pm
Sat: 8am to 2pm
??Lookout Mtn Veternary Clinic
15440 North 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
602-993-1660

NW corner of Coral Gables and 7th Street
(Coral Gables 1/2 mile S of Thunderbird

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

MT&TH: 7:30am to 7pm
W&F: 7:30am to 5:30pm
Sat: 8am to Noon
VCA Mountain View Animal Hospital
9812 North 7th Street,
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 861-1355
NW corner of Mtn View and 7th Street
(Mtn View is S. of Peoria Rd.)
Emergency Walk-Ins accepted - Call ahead
M - F: 7:30am - 6pm
Sat: 8am to 4pm

North Mountain Visitor Center
(602) 495-5540

It may be possible to call or go to the center to find a ranger to assist with evacuating a dog from the trails in this area.

Phoenix Mtns. Preserve - Northeast side of Piestewa Peak - 32nd Street & 40th Street S. of Shea access points and Tatum & Double Tree Trailhead

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
Sonora Veterinary Specialists
4015 E Cactus
Phoenix, AZ 85032
602-765-3700

SE corner of 40th Street and Cactus

(About 1 to 2 miles from 32nd and 40th Street parking areas; About 4 miles from the Tatum Trailhead)

Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

**Nearest Emergency**
VCA Paradise Valley Emergency Animal Hospital

6969 E. Shea #225
Scottsdale, AZ
480-991-1845

SW corner of 70th Street and Shea Blvd.

About 4 miles from the Tatum Trailhead

Monday to Thursday 5pm to 8am
Friday to Monday - 24 hrs

Phoenix Mtns. Preserve - South side of Piestewa Peak - Phoenix Mtn. Park and 32nd Street and Lincoln Trailheads

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
The Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC (Phoenix)

2260 W. Glendale
Phoenix, AZ 85021
602-995-3757

On the North side of Glendale and 23rd Ave

This clinic is about 6 miles away.

Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

VCA Paradise Valley Emergency Animal Hospital
6969 E. Shea #225
Scottsdale, AZ
480-991-1845

This clinic is about 6 miles away.

SW corner of 70th Street and Shea Blvd.

M - TH: 5pm - 8am Fri 5pm until Monday at 8am

Phoenix Mtns. Preserve - Lookout Mountain Trailhead

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
North Valley Regional Animal Hospital
520 W Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 849-0700

North side of Union Hills just east of 7th Avenue

Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

?Lookout Mtn Veternary Clinic
15440 North 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85022
602-993-1660
NW corner of Coral Gables and 7th Street
(Coral Gables is a 1/2 mile S of Thunderbird)

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M,T&TH: 7:30am to 7pm
W&F: 7:30am to 5:30pm
Sat: 8:30am to Noon

REACH 11 Recreation Area - Trailheads located on Cave Creek Road and on both sides of Tatum, including the AZ Horse Lovers Park

**Nearest Afterhour Emergency**
Deer Creek Animal Hospital
3025 E Rose Garden Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85050
602-404-0066

1/2 mile N of the 101 Freeway between Cave Creek Road and 32nd Street

M,T,W 7:30am - 5pm
TH 7:30am - 7pm
Fri, Sat, Sun 7:30am - Midnight

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
North Valley Regional Animal Hospital
520 W Union Hills Dr
Phoenix, AZ 85027
(623) 849-0700

North side of Union Hills just east of 7th Avenue

Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

??Banfield Desert Ridge
21001 N. Tatum Blvd, Ste 22
Phoenix, AZ, 85050
(480) 419-4067

North of the 101 Freeway on the east side of Tatum Blvd. Inside PetsMart

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M,T,F,S: 9am to 6pm
W&TH: 10am to 7pm
Arizona Horse Lover Park (Located on the west side of Tatum Blvd. in the REACH 11 Recreation Area) All trails are accessible by vehicle in this park. Contact the staff if you need assistance evacuating a dog from the trail. Someone can generally be found at the office or on the park grounds until 9pm.

South Mtn Park - Trailheads Near the Main Entrance off of Central Avenue

South Mountain Environmental Education Center
10409 S. Central Ave.
Phoenix, Arizona 85042-8302
(602) 534-6324
It may be possible to call or go to the center to find a ranger to assist with evacuating a dog from the trails in this area. October through April: Open Wed - Sat from 9am to 3pm
Sun 9am to 2pm
     
     

South Mtn Park - Trailheads Near the Pima Canyon Entrance(east side of park)

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of AZ

1648 North Country Club Drive
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-898-0001
SW corner of Ivyglen and N. Country Club Drive between McKellips and Brown

I-10 south to Hwy 60 east to 202 north to W. McKellips Exit - Head east to Country Club then south to the clinic

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
     

South Mtn Park - Trailheads on the south side of the park (Ahwatukee area)

     
Prescott & Prescott Valley (Prescott NF ) **Back to Town Directory**
??VCA Thumb Butte Animal Hospital
1441 West Gurley Street
Prescott, AZ 86305
928-445-2331

On W Gurley Street just east of Gail Gardner Way

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M - Th: 8am to 6pm
Fri: 8am to 5:30pm
Sat: 8am to 2pm
     

Scottsdale **Back to Town Directory**

McDowell Sonoran Preserve

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
Scottsdale
Emergency Animal Clinic, PLC
14202 N. Scottsdale Rd., #163
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
480-949-8001

On Scottsdale just north of Thunderbird Open 24 hrs a day, 7 days a week

VCA Paradise Valley Emergency Animal Hospital
6969 E. Shea #225
Scottsdale, AZ
480-991-1845

SW corner of 70th Street and Shea Blvd.

M - TH: 5pm - 8am Fri 5pm to Monday at 8am

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??Blue Ridge Pet Clinic
712 White Mtn. Blvd. (260)
Lakeside, AZ 85929
928-367-5950
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
     

Sierra Vista **Back to Town Directory**

??VCA Apache Animal Hospital
2145 S. Highway 92
Sierra Vista, AZ 85636
520-458-0930
Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time  
     

Tempe (Papago Park, Tempe Town Lake, A -Mountain) **Back to Town Directory**

**Nearest 24hr Emergency**
VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of AZ

1648 North Country Club Drive
Mesa, AZ 85201
480-898-0001

SW corner of Ivyglen and N. Country Club Drive between McKellips and Brown

Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

Tri City Veterinary Hospital
2332 E. Broadway

Tempe, AZ
480-968-9236

On the north side of Broadway just east of the 101 freeway

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

M-F: 8am to 6pm
Sat: 8am to 2pm

University Animal Hospital
2500 South Hardy Drive
Tempe, AZ
480-968-9275

On Hardy Between Broadway and Southern

Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time

Emergencies Welcome - Call Ahead
M-F 7am to 10pm, Sat 8am to 8pm, and Sun 8am to 2pm

Tucson **Back to Town Directory**

??Animal Emergency Service
4832 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85712
520-327-5624 or 520-326-7449
On Speedway between Swan Rd. and Craycroft Rd. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Ina Road Animal Hospital
7320 La Cholla Blvd, Ste 114
Tucson, AZ 85741
520-544-7700
NE corner of Ina and La Cholla Blvd in the Albertson's Shopping Plaza. 7 days a week, 365 days a year 8am to Midnight
Southern AZ Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center

Central: 141 E Ft. Lowell Rd
Tucson, AZ 85705
520-888-4498 or 520-888-3177

Eastside: 7474 E Broadway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85710
520-888-3177

Central:Between Stone and First streets on Fort Lowell Road

 

EastsideOn Broadway just east of Kolb

Both are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
(VSC)Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson
4909 N La Canada Drive
Tucson, AZ 85704
520-795-9955
Just south of River on La Canada Drive (River is between Orange Grove and Wetmore) about 1 mile east of I-10 Open 24 hours, 7 days a week
Valley Animal Hospital
4984 E. 22nd Street
Tucson, AZ 85711
520-748-0331
South side of 22nd St. between Swan Rd. and Craycroft Rd. Emergencies Welcome - Call Ahead
M – F: 8am to 6pm
Sat: 8am to Noon
VCA Animal Medical Center of Tucson
2661 N 1st Avenue
Tucson, AZ 85719
520-624-5291
Between Grant and Glenn streets on 1st Avenue Emergencies Welcome - Call Ahead
Sun: 9am to 4pm Monday - Saturday: 8pm - 8pm
     

Yuma **Back to Town Directory**

All Creatures Mobile Veterinary Clinic
928-344-9696
http://www.azvma.org/find_a_vet.htm  
     
Rio Colorado Veterinary Service (928) 344-1108 Emergency services are unconfirmed at this time