Emergency Veterinary Medicine by BluePearl Olympia WA

BluePearl Pet Hospital
Olympia, WA
Emergency Medicine

24/7 Emergency and Specialty

Pet emergency medicine by BluePearl.

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Conditions treated

Learn which conditions our emergency team can help diagnose and treat, so your pet gets the right care for their needs.

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Success stories

Discover how other pets have overcome their diagnoses with specialized care, giving you hope for your pet’s recovery.

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Call the hospital

Take the next step toward answers and getting the care your pet needs by connecting with our hospital team.

Pet emergencies can be scary – we’re here to help you handle them.

We understand that seeing your pet sick, hurt or in distress can be stressful – especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. Fortunately, our experienced ER clinicians are prepared to take action and help.

Common pet emergencies.

A BluePearl anesthesiology and pain management vet prepares to fix an anesthetic facemask on a yellow lab while a vet tech helps hold the dog on the exam table.

Acting quickly in an emergency may save your pet’s life.

If your pet is experiencing an emergency, you’ll have an entire veterinary team helping them so you can get back to what matters most – spending precious moments together.

  • Accidents, injuries and trauma (hit-by-car, animal attacks, etc.)
  • Bleeding 
  • Bloat (gastric dilatation volvulus, or GDV)
  • Collapse or unresponsiveness
  • Complications from chronic diseases 
  • Difficulty breathing 
  • Straining to urinate
  • Ingestion of medications, poisons or objects 
  • Seizures
  • Vomiting and diarrhea

Our emergency team.

Experience makes all the difference. 

Our emergency team is made up of veterinarians, vet technicians and assistants, and support staff with rigorous training and experience in specialty medicine. The team works hand in hand to provide the comprehensive, compassionate care your pet needs and deserves. Because we’re a multidisciplinary hospital, the team can consult the expertise of other specialty departments, too.

Kaley Boone

MPH, DVM

Emergency Medicine
Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
  • Master of Public Health, Midwestern University, Glendale, AZ
  • Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences, Arizona State University, Tempe

Talwinder Dhanjal

BVSc & AH

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Talwinder Dhanjal is committed to collaborative clinical practice, focusing on enhancing patient care. His professional interests include diagnostic imaging, internal medicine and soft tissue surgery.

Education
  • Internship, Radiology, University of Missouri, Columbia
  • Internship, Small Animal Internal Medicine, VCA Animal Specialty & Emergency Center, Los Angeles, CA
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle, Lynnwood, WA
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
Off duty

Outside of the hospital, Dr. Dhanjal enjoys exploring the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest, hiking scenic trails and visiting national parks.

Amy Eilbeck

DVM

Emergency Medicine
Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens
  • Bachelor of Science, Berry College, Mount Berry, GA
Off duty

Dr. Eilbeck has a one-eyed horse named Jack, a border collie named Myna, the hairiest large dog who wants to be small named Lulu and two cats named Bea and Prentice. She lives in Olympia for most of the year and in the mountains in the winter with her daughter.

George Pirie

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. George Pirie has been practicing veterinary medicine since 2011, with experience at several facilities across Georgia, California, Pennsylvania and now Washington. His primary clinical interest is emergency medicine, with additional interests in orthopedic cases and lameness. At BluePearl, he enjoys helping as many pets as possible while collaborating with the dedicated staff to advance patient care and expand treatment options for pets.

Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, University of Georgia, Athens
Off duty

Since moving to Washington in 2022, Dr. Pirie has been enjoying everything the state has to offer, especially camping, hiking and motor sports activities. At home, he relaxes with his five dogs and one cat or works on woodworking projects, primarily creating wall art and furniture pieces.

Stephen Prevost

DVM

Emergency Medicine
Education
  • Internship, Small Animal Medicine & Surgery, LeadER Animal Specialty Hospital, Cooper City, FL
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, Starkville
  • Bachelor of Science, Biology, Metropolitan State College of Denver, CO

Gurmukh Thandi

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Gurmukh Thandi’s clinical interests include surgery, endoscopic foreign body removal, and emergency and urgent care. 

Education
  • Bachelor of Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry, Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, Ludhiana, Punjab, India
Off duty

Dr. Thandi is an avid gymgoer who loves playing basketball and cheering on the LA Lakers and Seattle Seahawks. He and his wife, who is also a veterinarian, have an American Bully, aka the sweetest boy ever.

Shannon Tyler

DVM

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Shannon Tyler’s clinical interests include preventative medicine, heartworm disease, soft tissue surgery and anything feline related.

Education
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Ross University, St. Kitts & Nevis, West Indies
  • Bachelor of Science, Columbus State University, GA

Naomi Weinberg

DVM, CVA

Emergency Medicine
On the job

Dr. Naomi Weinberg has a passion for surgical repair and correction as well as ophthalmology.

Education
  • Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist, Colorado State University, Fort Collins
  • Internship, Large Animal Medicine & Surgery, West Coast Equine, Somis, CA
  • Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis
  • Bachelor of Science, Animal Science, University of California, Davis
Off duty

In her free time, Dr. Weinberg enjoys riding horses, reading, drawing, painting and napping next to a bonfire with her dogs, Cheesecake, Jellybean, Crumble Cake and Squirt (aka Piglet).

What to expect.

We know an unexpected trip to the emergency pet hospital can be stressful, and we want you to be prepared so you have one less thing to worry about. Our entire BluePearl team will be with you every step of the way.

Before your visit

  • If possible, call us before arriving so we can discuss your pet’s condition, help you with directions and prepare our team.
  • Collect your pet’s medical records, current medication or any historical information.
  • If your pet has eaten something potentially toxic, bring the substance with you if it’s safe to do so.

During your visit

  • When you arrive, let us know if you need help bringing your pet in from the car, and we’ll be ready to assist you.
  • Our team will perform an initial triage exam on your pet to assess their condition.
  • To stabilize your pet, we may need to administer IV fluids, pain medications, oxygen therapy and sometimes blood or plasma transfusions.
  • Before you leave, you’ll receive discharge instructions and a list of any recommended medications.

After your visit

  • We’ll let your family veterinarian know about your pet’s condition and the treatment they receive at BluePearl. This communication is key in the ongoing management of your pet’s care.
  • You know your pet better than anyone, and you play a crucial role in any follow-up treatment necessary. If you have any concerns about providing care at home (such as giving medication or monitoring your pet’s symptoms), let us know – we’re here for you.

Success stories.

"Thanks to the quick thinking of his veterinary team, the support of a generous donor dog, and the innovative use of autotransfusion, Harley pulled through surgery. Just two weeks later, Harley returned to BluePearl for his post-operative recheck. Tail wagging and spirits high, he was doing great."
Read Harley's story.
“The hard work and dedication of both teams was inspiring,” said Sierra, reflecting on Everest’s care at both hospitals. “No one gave up on him and because of that he thrived and was able to come to his forever home.”
Read Everest's story.
“Everyone at BluePearl was amazing. They were super kind and sweet, and now Suni is right back to his normal self.”
Read Suni's story.
"Over the next few days, it seemed that everything I have known and told people over my 30 years as a vet tech went out the window. Broski was nauseous and not eating and we were all worried there was something very wrong with him. Even after hours, the surgeon responded to my concerns and eased my worries. Our dog is now fully recovered and back to normal. Thank you to Dr. Heintz, Dr. Ferrell and everyone else who assisted!"
Read Broski's story.