Emergency
After hours Emergency Information
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) Falls Church
571-730-6880
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Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) Georgetown:
202-524-9199
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703-591-3304
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Wildlife Emergencies (NoVa): 703-440-0800 *Leave message for a volunteer
**Please note SEAVS is unable to take in wildlife due to concern for contagious disease that will affect our patients.
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Emergency During Hours
Stahl Exotic Animal Veterinary Services (SEAVS) sees scheduled appointments Monday through Saturday.
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In the case of an emergency during normal business hours, please contact our office immediately at 703-281-3750.
Our facility is equipped to hospitalize patients overnight, however we do not see or admit patients after hours.
Please also note that we are not staffed 24 hours.
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What constitutes an emergency?
Exotic animal pets are adept at hiding illness. By the time you notice signs of a problem, your pet may have been sick for quite a while. Signs/symptoms to watch for include decreased appetite and/or stool production, change in stool appearance or amount, change in thirst and/or urination, lethargy, piloerection (feathers or fur standing up, giving a fluffed appearance), eyes closed, etc.
Should you notice any of these signs in birds or mammals, please contact us or an emergency veterinary clinic immediately. Please note that decreased or absent appetite is considered a same day emergency in birds and small exotic mammals. Although true reptile emergencies are uncommon, there are situations where bringing your reptile in immediately may be recommended.
Should you have questions regarding your pet’s specific situation, or whether your pet requires immediate attention, please contact us or an emergency veterinary clinic.
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