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Collingwood and Region's
Emergency, Urgent Care and After-Hours Walk in Clinic
BayVETS Urgent Care Collingwood was founded by a group of local veterinarians with a shared goal: to provide timely, efficient, and compassionate medical care for pets when your family veterinarian is closed. As long-time members of the Collingwood veterinary community, we understand the need for a local, trusted option for urgent cases, one that doesn’t come with extensive travel, long delays. We also warmly welcome visitors to our region - whether you're here for a weekend or an extended stay, we're here to help.
Our clinic runs on a team-based approach, combining the skills of our experienced veterinarians with a highly trained team of registered veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants.
We assess all patients who walk through our door. We are equipped to perform diagnostics, hospitalize and perform select surgeries. If your pet needs more advanced, critical, or specialized care we will ensure your pet is assessed, stabilized and made comfortable, and we’ll coordinate a seamless referral to the most appropriate facility. This helps avoid confusion, wasted time, and unnecessary expenses — making sure your pet gets the right care, in the right place, without delay.
At BayVETS Urgent Care, our goal is simple: to treat urgent cases swiftly and skillfully, and to support pet owners with clear communication, honest guidance, and outstanding care every step of the way.
For an optimal experience, we encourage calling ahead but walk-ins are welcome. We are located in downtown Collingwood across from Loblaws (operating out of Collingwood Veterinary Services after hours)
Experienced Veterinarian Always Onsite (not on-call)
No Pre-registration Required
All Welcome
16 Pine Street Collingwood
(across from Loblaws)
We are able to assess any situation from life-threatening emergencies to less critical, " just can't wait conditions".
When to Contact Us
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Vomiting/Diarrhea
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Loss of appetite
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Lethargy/pale gums
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Urinary tract issues
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Coughing/Sneezing or breathing issues
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Trauma/Road accidents
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Lacerations/Bite wounds
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Limping
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Ear, Eye and Skin issues
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Allergic reactions
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Ingestion of a toxin or foreign material
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Porcupine encounters
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Pain management
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End of life concerns
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Concerns that can't wait for your regular veterinarian
Our Services
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Professional Consultations and Team-Based Veterinary Care
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Transparent Pricing and Care Plans
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In House Laboratory
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Digital X-ray
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Ultrasound FAST Scans (comprehensive scans based on sonographer availability)
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Surgical Services and Endoscopic Foreign Body Removal (based on DVM availability)
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Seamless Referral when ICU/Specialty Care is Required
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Compassionate End-of-Life Care
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Financing Programs
Payment and Financing
We understand that unexpected pet illnesses can be stressful, both emotionally and financially. Our goal is to provide compassionate, high-quality care while ensuring transparency in our payment policies and care plans. Payment for services is required at the time of care, and for larger procedures, we will provide clear estimates and require payment before treatment begins. To support our clients, we offer easy-to-apply payment plans through ScratchPay and Humm, with easy online applications available through the links on our website. Approval is usually within minutes and you can apply prior to your visit.
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Helpful Videos
Veterinary ultrasound is a valuable, non-invasive diagnostic tool that helps veterinarians quickly assess many urgent and emergency conditions in dogs and cats, including internal illness, trauma, breathing difficulties, and foreign body ingestion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions can ultrasound help diagnose in dogs and cats?
Ultrasound can help evaluate vomiting, abdominal pain, hit-by-car trauma, breathing difficulty, internal bleeding, fluid accumulation, bladder issues, foreign bodies, intestinal obstruction, and certain masses or internal abnormalities.
Is ultrasound safe for pets?
Yes. Ultrasound is a safe, painless, non-invasive diagnostic procedure that does not use radiation and is generally very well tolerated by dogs and cats.
Does my pet need sedation for an ultrasound?
Some pets tolerate ultrasound very well without sedation. However, many pets are more comfortable and relaxed with a small amount of light sedation, which can also improve image quality and allow for a more complete diagnostic assessment.
Can ultrasound detect foreign bodies or intestinal blockages?
In many cases, ultrasound can help identify foreign material within the stomach or intestinal tract and help determine whether endoscopy or surgery may be needed.
What is the difference between ultrasound and x-rays?
X-rays are excellent for evaluating bones, lungs, and overall abdominal structure, while ultrasound allows veterinarians to assess internal organs and soft tissues in real time. Ultrasound and x-rays are often used together in emergency and urgent care cases.
Can ultrasound be used to evaluate the heart?
Yes. Specialized cardiac ultrasound, known as an echocardiogram, can be used to assess heart structure and function. Focused cardiac ultrasound can also help veterinarians quickly differentiate cardiac versus respiratory causes of breathing difficulty in emergency patients.
At BayVETS Urgent Care Collingwood, upper GI endoscopy may be used in appropriate cases to retrieve foreign bodies from the stomach of dogs and cats without the need for invasive abdominal surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is upper GI endoscopy in dogs and cats?
Upper GI endoscopy is a procedure that uses a specialized camera and retrieval instruments to examine the esophagus and stomach and, in some cases, remove swallowed foreign objects without traditional surgery.
What types of foreign bodies can sometimes be removed with endoscopy?
Depending on the size, shape, and location of the object, endoscopy may be used to remove socks, toys, fabric, bones, fish hooks, rawhide, and other swallowed foreign material from the stomach.
Does my pet need anesthesia for endoscopy?
Yes. Upper GI endoscopy is performed under general anesthesia to allow the procedure to be performed safely and comfortably.
How do veterinarians determine if my pet is a candidate for endoscopy?
Diagnostic imaging such as x-rays and ultrasound are often used to determine whether the foreign object is still within the stomach and whether endoscopic retrieval may be possible.
What are the benefits of endoscopy compared to surgery?
Because endoscopy is minimally invasive, many pets experience less discomfort, faster recovery times, and reduced healing periods compared to traditional abdominal surgery.
Work With Us
We have built an incredible team and continue to grow! As we move toward expanding our hours, we are looking for experienced veterinary professionals. We welcome DVMs. RVTs, VTs, VAs and CSRs to apply. Enjoy flexible scheduling, above average compensation and work with a team that values a healthy practice culture designed from the ground up. Email us at hello@bayvets.ca
24 Hour Emergency and Specialty Hospitals
Should your pet require overnight, ICU or specialty care, we are able to facilitate a transfer after a thorough assessment and treatment plan. You may also contact these facilities direct when we are closed. Specialty hospitals provide advanced care/diagnostics while emergency hospitals can stabilize and monitor should overnight care be required.
Huronia Veterinary Emergency Clinic - Barrie 24/7
705-722-0377 hvecbarrie.ca
Bluewater Veterinary Emergency Clinic - Owen Sound Friday 6pm - Monday 6am and Stat Holidays
519-964-0949 bluewatervec.ca
King Animal Hospital - Newmarket 24/7 ICU and Specialists
1-888-622-7345 kinganimalhospital.com
404 Emergency and Referral - Newmarket 24/7 ICU and Specialists
905-953-1933 https://vcacanada.com/404emerg
ASPCA Pet Poison Control 24/7 Hotline
1-888-426-4435 aspca.org
Operating out of Collingwood Veterinary Services (across from Loblaws)
16 Pine Street, Collingwood, ON
L9Y 2N7
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Hours
Saturday, Sunday and Statutory Holidays 8am-8pm
Mondays - Fridays 6pm-10pm
