Same-Day Sick Visits for Pets in Lake Hopatcong, NJ
When your pet suddenly isn’t themselves, the hardest part is not knowing how serious it is. At Lake Hopatcong Animal Hospital in Lake Hopatcong, NJ, we know how distressing that is, and we can usually accommodate same-day sick visits, just call ahead so we can fit you in. Because we have an in-house lab and X-ray, we can often diagnose the problem and start treatment in the same appointment.
Our sick-visit care commonly includes bloodwork, X-rays, and fluid therapy as needed to stabilize and treat your pet.
Sick Visits at Every Age
Puppies & Kittens
Young pets can go downhill quickly, especially with vomiting or diarrhea that leads to dehydration. Don’t wait, call us the same day if a puppy or kitten stops eating or seems lethargic.
Adult Dogs & Cats
For adult pets, a same-day visit is the right move for new limping, repeated vomiting, refusing food, or any change that worries you.
Senior Pets
In older pets, subtle changes, drinking more, eating less, sleeping more, can be early signs of conditions worth catching quickly. When in doubt, call.
Signs Your Pet Needs to Be Seen
Contact us the same day if you notice:
- Changes in eating or drinking habits
- Unusual lethargy or restlessness
- Visible discomfort or pain
- Repeated vomiting or diarrhea
- Unexplained weight loss or gain
A Same-Day Sick Visit Is Not the Same as Emergency Care
We provide scheduled and same-day sick visits during our regular hours; we are not a 24-hour or emergency hospital. If your pet has a true, life-threatening emergency, trouble breathing, collapse, a suspected poisoning, severe trauma, or bloat, please go straight to a dedicated emergency veterinary hospital. For everything in between, calling us first is often the fastest way to get your pet the right care.
Why Families Choose Lake Hopatcong Animal Hospital
Lake Hopatcong Animal Hospital has cared for the pets of Morris and Sussex County for more than 40 years. We are a family-owned, woman-led practice that treats dogs and cats only, so every protocol, every piece of equipment, and every conversation is built around companion-animal medicine.
Our veterinary team carries decades of New Jersey practice experience. Dr. Jose A. Navarro, D.V.M. has practiced in New Jersey since 1975, and Dr. Elizabeth Z. Navarro, D.V.M. since 1976; both focus on general medicine, surgery, and dentistry. Dr. Shelli Skeels, D.V.M., licensed in New Jersey and Florida, rounds out the team. You can read what local pet owners say on our reviews page, or meet the full team here.
- 40+ years serving Lake Hopatcong and the surrounding towns
- Family-owned and woman-led, not a corporate chain
- Dogs and cats only, with an in-house lab, digital X-ray, and ultrasound
- An on-site pharmacy so most prescriptions are filled before you leave
- Same-day sick visits can usually be accommodated, just call ahead
- 10% off your first visit as a new client
Areas We Serve
We welcome dog and cat owners from Lake Hopatcong and the neighboring communities of Sparta, Netcong, Byram, Wharton, and Mine Hill, across Morris and Sussex County, NJ.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Worried about your pet today? Call us, same-day sick visits can usually be accommodated.
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New clients save 10% off the first visit at Lake Hopatcong Animal Hospital. We care for dogs and cats across Morris and Sussex County, New Jersey.