Here for you and your pet – when you need it most.
As a pet owner, you know that sickness or injuries can happen anytime, not just during the hours your family vet is available.
That’s why our urgent care service provides treatment when your pet needs it. Veterinary urgent care meets the needs of sick or injured pets who aren’t in serious or life-threatening situations but still need prompt medical attention from a veterinarian to feel better as soon as possible.
Similar to walk-in clinics in human medicine, veterinary urgent care is designed to treat acute, non-life-threatening conditions. The emergency hospital is the place to go if your pet is in critical condition and needs immediate, life-saving treatment.
If you’re not sure where to take your pet, give us a call – we’re here to help and support you during your pet’s time of need.
Experience makes all the difference.
Our urgent care 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.
Dr. Shannon Ankney is returning to Pennsylvania after practicing in western Montana for four years. Two years were spent in a mixed animal general practice and the last two were spent in a small animal emergency center.
Outside of her work at BluePearl, she has a special interest in equine medicine and supporting humane society with high-volume spay and neuter work.
Outside of the hospital, Dr. Ankney enjoys spending time with her husband, their daughter and two dogs. She likes hiking, paddle boarding and snowboarding.
Dr. Ben Kinnamon enjoys the dynamic, fast-paced nature of urgent care and the opportunity to treat a wide variety of cases. He is passionate about supporting clients and their pets through unexpected medical situations and challenges.
Outside of work, Dr. Kinnamon enjoys traveling, playing video games and spending time with friends. His weekends often include discovering new food and experiences in and around Pittsburgh. At home, he enjoys relaxing with his Siberian Husky, Nova, and his black cat, Nyx.
Dr. Nicole Palumbo enjoys seeing a variety of cases, especially dermatology, toxicology and internal medicine. She is Fear Free® certified and a Cat Friendly Veterinarian®, which helps ensure she is able to support pets during stressful situations, like going to the vet.
Dr. Palumbo is passionate about being a voice for your pet and making sure they get the best care possible.
Dr. Palumbo enjoys hanging out at home with her husband, three dogs and many cats. She also loves to read mystery/thriller novels and nap on her days off. Food is a passion of hers, and suggestions for new or exciting restaurants will earn you extra points in her book!
We know that seeing your pet sick or hurt 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.
Our goal is always for your pet to receive the best care possible so they can return home with you, happy and healthy.