Same-Day Vet Appointments in Hanahan, SC
We offer same-day availability for urgent or sick visits, plus evening and Saturday appointments that fit around work hours. Contact us today!
Same-Day Appointments at Best Friends Animal Clinic
When your pet is unwell or you just want your pet to be seen, Best Friends Animal Clinic offers same-day appointments for dogs and cats in Hanahan, SC, and the surrounding area. If something has changed with your pet and you are not sure whether it can wait, call us. We would rather take a look than have you worry about it overnight.
Appointments That Work Around Your Schedule
We also extended our hours specifically so pet owners are not forced to choose between work and their pet's care:
- Evening appointments available on Tuesday and Thursday, with the clinic open until 7:00pm.
- Saturday morning appointments from 8:00am to 1:00pm.
- Monday and Friday until 6:00pm, and Wednesday until 5:00pm.
- Closed Sunday.
If you need an appointment after work or on a weekend, Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings are the easiest times to get in.
When to Come In for a Same-Day Visit
Same-day appointments are intended for pets and owners who need attention now rather than at their next routine visit. Common reasons include:
- Wellness exam before a trip or travel.
- Vomiting, diarrhea, or a sudden loss of appetite.
- Limping, stiffness, or signs of pain that appeared suddenly.
- Ear scratching, head shaking, squinting, or eye discharge.
- Itching, hot spots, or a rash that is getting worse.
- Straining to urinate or accidents from a house trained pet.
- Any change in behavior or energy that seems out of character.
What to Expect at a Sick Visit
A same-day visit starts with a full examination and a conversation about what you have noticed at home. Depending on what we find, we may recommend diagnostics to narrow things down, and we will explain what we are recommending and why before anything moves forward. Our full range of services means most concerns can be worked up and treated here, including surgical care if it comes to that.
If Your Pet Needs Emergency Care
Best Friends Animal Clinic is not a 24 hour emergency hospital. If your pet is struggling to breathe, has collapsed, is bleeding heavily, has had a seizure, was hit by a car, or has swallowed something toxic, go directly to a 24 hour emergency veterinary hospital rather than waiting for us to open. For urgent but not life threatening concerns, we are here during business hours.
Request a Same-Day Appointment
If something is wrong with your dog or cat, call us and we will work to get you in today. You can also learn more about our pet exams or meet our veterinary team before your visit.
Same-Day Appointment Questions & Answers
Do you actually offer same-day appointments?
Yes. We hold same-day availability for urgent and sick visits. Call as early in the day as you can, since same-day slots fill quickly.
What are your evening and weekend hours?
We are open until 7:00pm on Tuesday and Thursday, until 6:00pm Monday and Friday, until 5:00pm Wednesday, and 8:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday. We are closed Sunday.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
We see patients by appointment so that each pet gets focused time with a veterinarian. If you would like to walk in, please call us and we will find the soonest opening, which is often the same day for urgent concerns.
How do I know if my pet needs to be seen today or can wait?
If you are unsure, call. Our team can ask a few questions and help you decide whether your pet should come in now, later this week, or head to an emergency hospital instead.
Are you open late at night?
No. Our latest hours are Tuesday and Thursday until 7:00pm. For overnight or after hours emergencies, please contact a 24 hour emergency veterinary hospital. You can find more answers on our FAQs page.