Emergency Cat Care in Oxford, CT

If your cat is sick or injured during our office hours, call us right away — emergency cases take priority at Cat’s Corner Veterinary Hospital in Oxford, CT. As a feline-exclusive practice, we provide in-clinic emergency vet service for cats while we’re open. Outside those hours, we’ll point you to a trusted 24-hour emergency hospital nearby.

Call (203) 264-2287

Emergency Care During Office Hours

If your cat is having an emergency during our office hours, we will do everything we can to accommodate them. Emergency cat care always takes priority here at our Oxford facility because we know how urgent and stressful pet emergency situations can be. Whether your cat has sustained injuries or fallen seriously ill, our skilled and compassionate team will work to give your loved one the care and attention they need. We only ask that you call us at (203) 264-2287 before coming to the office.

Unfortunately, there are some situations where we may refer you and your pet to an emergency veterinary care facility, even during office hours. Please understand this is in the best interest of your pet. Listed below are the Emergency Veterinary Hospitals in our area:

VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center

Phone: (203) 929-8600

Address: 895 Bridgeport Ave. Shelton, CT, 06484

VCA Website

Newtown Veterinary Specialists

Phone: (203) 270-8387

Address: 52 Church Hill Road, Newtown, CT 06470

Newtown Website

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists

Phone: (203) 595-2777

Address: 880 Canal Street, Stamford, CT 06902

Cornell Website
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How to Get Help Fast

In an emergency, knowing what to do ahead of time saves precious minutes. Here’s how we handle urgent cases — and when we may send you somewhere better equipped for your cat.

Call Before You Come

Always call (203) 264-2287 before heading in. A quick call lets our team prepare, advise you on the spot, and make sure we can see your cat right away.

When We Refer You Out

Sometimes, even during office hours, a case needs a fully equipped emergency hospital. If so, we’ll refer you promptly to a trusted facility — always with your cat’s best interest first.
Call (203) 264-2287

If It’s Outside Our Hours

We’re not a 24-hour ER, so it helps to know where to go before an emergency strikes.

Because Cat’s Corner is open only during regular business hours, we can’t help with overnight or weekend emergencies. If your cat needs urgent care when we’re closed, don’t wait — go straight to a 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital. It’s worth saving the contact details for a nearby emergency center now, so you’re not searching for them in a stressful moment.
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Plan Ahead

Keep the number and address of a 24-hour emergency hospital somewhere handy, so you can act quickly if your cat needs help when we’re closed.

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We Can Guide You

During our office hours, if we’re not the right place for your cat’s emergency, we’ll help direct you to a facility that is.

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Common Questions About Emergency Cat Care

Emergencies are frightening, and knowing what to do helps. Here are answers to questions cat owners often ask about emergency care at Cat’s Corner Veterinary Hospital. When in doubt, the safest step is always to call — us during our hours, or an emergency hospital when we’re closed.

Does Cat's Corner offer 24/7 or after-hours emergency care?
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No. Cat's Corner provides in-clinic emergency care for cats only during our regular office hours, and we are not a 24-hour facility. If your cat has an emergency while we're open, call us first at (203) 264-2287. If we're closed, please go directly to a 24-hour emergency veterinary hospital.
What should I do if my cat has an emergency during your hours?
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Call us at (203) 264-2287 before coming in. A quick call lets our team get ready, give you immediate guidance, and confirm we can see your cat right away. Emergencies take priority at Cat's Corner, and calling first is the fastest way to get your cat the help they need.
Where should I take my cat for an after-hours emergency?
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When we're closed, head to a 24-hour emergency hospital. Facilities our team trusts in the area include VCA Shoreline Veterinary Referral & Emergency Center in Shelton at (203) 929-8600, Newtown Veterinary Specialists, and Cornell University Veterinary Specialists. We recommend saving one of these contacts before you ever need it.
How do I know if my cat's situation is an emergency?
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If you're worried, it's safest to treat it as one. Cats hide illness so well that sudden changes — or anything that alarms you — are worth a call. During our hours, phone Cat's Corner and we'll help you decide what to do; when we're closed, contact a 24-hour emergency hospital rather than waiting.
Call (203) 264-2287