data/emergency.txt

As an experienced veterinarian, I'll break down emergency situations by common pet species. Remember, when in doubt, it's better to be safe and seek emergency care.

DOGS:
Immediate emergency care needed if:

Difficulty breathing/choking
Severe bleeding
Seizures
Collapse or unconsciousness
Bloated, hard abdomen with retching
Trauma (hit by car, falls)
Ingestion of toxic substances
Unable to urinate
Severe vomiting/diarrhea with lethargy
Heat stroke symptoms

CATS:
Seek emergency care for:

Difficulty breathing
Urinary blockage (especially male cats)
Prolonged vomiting
Trauma
Poisoning
Paralysis/inability to move
Seizures
Not eating for >24 hours
String/foreign object ingestion
Open-mouth breathing

RABBITS:
Emergency situations include:

Not eating for 12+ hours
Diarrhea
Difficulty breathing
Paralysis
Head tilt
Seizures
Fly strike
Severe lethargy
GI stasis symptoms

BIRDS:
Require immediate attention if:

Difficulty breathing
Bleeding
Egg binding
Severe lethargy
Unable to perch
Trauma
Suspected poisoning
Not eating for 24+ hours

GENERAL RED FLAGS FOR ALL SPECIES:

Severe bleeding
Difficulty breathing
Seizures
Severe pain
Poisoning
Trauma
Extreme lethargy
Unconsciousness

Always keep your vet's emergency contact information readily available, and remember that some symptoms that seem mild can be serious emergencies in certain species (like not eating in rabbits).