Does Pawtown offer 24-hour emergency vet services for Sisters pets?

No. Pawtown provides urgent and emergency care during business hours only — Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For overnight or weekend emergencies, you will need a 24-hour emergency facility.

Should I call ahead before bringing my Sisters pet in for an emergency?

Yes — always call ahead at (541) 777-6310. It allows our team to prepare for your pet's arrival and ensures you are seen as quickly as possible.

How far is the drive from Sisters to Pawtown in Bend?

Sisters is approximately 20–25 minutes from our Bend clinic at 63130 Lancaster St #100. For urgent situations during business hours, that drive is worth the level of care and diagnostics available.

What urgent care situations can Pawtown treat for Sisters pets?

We handle same-day situations including sudden lameness, digestive distress, eye injuries, suspected toxin ingestion, wounds and lacerations, respiratory concerns, and urinary issues. Call us and describe what you are seeing — we will advise on next steps.

Can Pawtown follow up on urgent care after the initial visit?

Yes. The veterinarians who treat your pet urgently are the same ones available for follow-up visits and ongoing care — no handoffs to staff you have never met.

Emergency Vet in Sisters, OR | Pawtown Veterinary Care

When your dog comes home limping after a hike on the Peterson Ridge trails, or your cat is suddenly hiding and refusing food, the question is always the same: where do we go, and how fast do we need to get there? For Sisters pet owners, Pawtown Veterinary Care is the emergency and urgent care option during business hours. We are based in Bend — a short drive from Sisters — and we offer same-day appointments for urgent situations that cannot wait for a scheduled visit.

Pawtown does not provide overnight or 24-hour emergency services. For a true middle-of-the-night crisis, you will need a 24-hour emergency hospital. But for anything that arises Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., our team is equipped to see your pet the same day — without the overhead and wait times of a large emergency facility.

Signs Your Sisters Pet Needs Urgent Veterinary Attention

Knowing when something requires urgent care versus a wait-and-see approach is one of the most useful things a pet owner can develop. The following signs warrant a same-day call to Pawtown — do not wait for a scheduled appointment if your pet is showing any of these:

Sudden limping or inability to bear weight

Common after trail runs through the Three Sisters area — may signal a fracture, sprain, or joint injury.

Vomiting or diarrhea more than twice

Especially if accompanied by lethargy, blood, or signs of dehydration.

Eye swelling, discharge, or cloudiness

Eye injuries deteriorate quickly — an eye that looks fine in the morning can be seriously damaged by afternoon.

Suspected ingestion of a toxin

Rodenticides, certain plants common in Central Oregon, human medications, and xylitol are all dangerous. Call immediately.

Difficulty breathing or open-mouth breathing in cats

Always urgent — cats should never breathe through their mouths under normal circumstances.

Straining to urinate with little or no output

Especially in male cats, this can indicate a life-threatening urinary blockage requiring same-day care.

Deep wounds or lacerations

Injuries from wildlife encounters, rocky terrain, or fencing that have broken the skin or are bleeding heavily.

Extreme lethargy or collapse

A pet that cannot stand, is unresponsive, or has suddenly lost interest in everything needs to be seen immediately.

The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine provides a useful overview of emergency signs in pets. When in doubt, call us — we would always rather you check in than wait too long.

Urgent and Emergency Care at Pawtown — What We Handle

Pawtown offers urgent and emergency care for dogs and cats during business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Same-day appointments are available for situations that cannot wait, and our in-house diagnostics — bloodwork, urinalysis, and imaging — mean we can assess and begin treating your pet without sending you elsewhere for results.

For Sisters pet owners, the drive to our Bend clinic is a reasonable one when your pet needs prompt, thorough attention rather than a rushed visit at a high-volume emergency hospital. We are a full-service practice, not a triage-only facility — which means the veterinarian who sees your pet in an urgent situation is the same one available for follow-up care afterward.

Call Ahead

Call (541) 777-6310 so our team is ready when you arrive. Do not just walk in — a quick heads-up lets us prepare.

Same-Day Triage

We assess urgency and prioritize care based on your pet’s condition, not appointment order.

In-House Diagnostics

Bloodwork, imaging, and urinalysis on-site — real answers the same visit, not days later.

Treatment & Follow-Up

We treat the issue and set a follow-up plan — continuity of care from the same veterinarians.

Why Sisters Pet Owners Trust Pawtown for Urgent Care

Sisters has a strong sense of community and a preference for local, relationship-based businesses — and that is exactly the kind of practice Pawtown was built to be. Dr. Erin Miller and Dr. Lauren Stayer are present and involved in every patient’s care. When your pet comes in for an urgent situation, they are not handed off to whoever is available — they are seen by the same veterinarians who will know their history and be there for their next wellness visit.

For Sisters pet owners making the drive to Bend, that continuity matters. Context about your pet’s baseline health — their weight history, their known conditions, their prior bloodwork — can change the course of treatment in an urgent situation. Financing is available through CareCredit and Scratch Pay for pet owners who need flexibility on costs.

Schedule Urgent Care from Sisters at Pawtown

If your Sisters pet needs urgent or emergency care during business hours, call us before you make the drive. Our Bend clinic is located at 63130 Lancaster St #100, and we welcome new and existing clients from across Central Oregon. For routine care, wellness visits, and preventive services, see our full Sisters veterinary care page. You can also explore our comprehensive pet exam services and pet vaccinations for Sisters pets.

Your Pet Needs Help — We Are Here

Call ahead so our team is ready. Open Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm. Serving Sisters and Central Oregon.

Call (541) 777-6310 or book online

Connect with Pawtown Veterinary Care in Bend

Sisters and Bend share more than a highway. They share a community of people who take their outdoor lifestyle seriously and who hold their pets close to the center of that life. At Pawtown Veterinary Care, we are proud to be the trusted veterinary team for families across Central Oregon who want personal, relationship-driven care from veterinarians who genuinely love what they do.

If your pet is showing signs of an urgent issue, or if you are ready to establish care before an emergency happens, we are here for you. Reach out through our contact form to get in touch with our team, and we will do everything we can to get your pet seen as soon as possible during our business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

Medically Reviewed By

Dr. Erin Miller, DVM

Owner & Veterinarian, Pawtown Veterinary Care — Bend, Oregon