(605) 271-3442

info@upleash.com

208 W. 37th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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Urgent Care

Prompt, high-quality care for urgent medical concerns, delivered with calm expertise and clear communication.

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Where Exceptional Medicine Meets Genuine Compassion

When Something Can’t Wait, But Still Deserves Thoughtful Attention

Not every medical problem is an emergency, but some situations need attention sooner rather than later. Urgent Care at Upleash is designed for pets who need prompt evaluation, clear decision-making, and appropriate next steps, without the chaos or assumptions that often accompany emergency situations.

Our focus is on calm assessment, stabilization when needed, and thoughtful guidance, so you understand what’s happening and what makes sense going forward.

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What Urgent Care Means at Upleash

Urgent Care bridges the gap between routine appointments and emergency hospitals.

It is appropriate for concerns that:

  • Can’t safely wait for a scheduled visit
  • Are causing discomfort or rapid change
  • Require timely evaluation to determine severity

Urgent care is not defined by panic or pressure, it’s defined by good judgment.

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Common Reasons Pets Are Seen for Urgent Care

Urgent Care may be appropriate for issues such as:

  • Sudden lameness or injury
  • Vomiting or diarrhea that is persistent or worsening
  • Difficulty breathing or coughing
  • Pain or acute discomfort
  • Wounds or lacerations
  • Sudden weakness, collapse, or change in behavior
  • Concerns that feel “off” and need timely evaluation

Not every urgent concern becomes an emergency, and part of our role is helping determine which treatment options are appropriate to help your pet onto the path of recovery.

What Happens During an Urgent Care Visit

Urgent care visits focus on rapid assessment and clear decision-making.

Depending on your pet’s condition, this may include:

  • Focused physical examination
  • Stabilization when necessary
  • Diagnostic testing such as bloodwork or imaging
  • Pain management or immediate treatment
  • Discussion of findings and next steps

When advanced diagnostics, surgery, or referral care are indicated, we help guide that transition smoothly.

Urgent Care Integrated With Advanced Services

One advantage of urgent care at Upleash is immediate access to:

  • Advanced imaging
  • Specialists on site
  • Cardiology or oncology input when relevant
  • Comprehensive medical decision-making

This integration allows many urgent cases to be evaluated more thoroughly and efficiently than in a standalone setting.

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What Urgent Care Is, and Isn’t

Urgent Care is:

  • Timely evaluation for pressing concerns
  • Stabilization and guidance
  • A place to start when something can’t wait

Urgent Care is not:

  • A replacement for a 24-hour emergency hospital
  • A guarantee that every case can be managed on site

Setting clear expectations allows us to deliver better care.

Clear Communication Matters

Urgent situations are stressful. We prioritize communication that is:

  • Calm
  • Honest
  • Easy to understand

We’ll explain what we know, what we don’t yet know, and what options exist — so you can make informed decisions without feeling rushed or pressured.

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If You’re Unsure, Start With a Call

If you’re not sure whether your pet’s situation is urgent, our team can help you decide the best next step.

Urgent Care at Upleash is about meeting moments of uncertainty with clarity, experience, and calm, so your pet gets the right care at the right time.

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(605) 271-3442

info@upleash.com

208 W. 37th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105

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