24/7 emergency care
Pet emergency?
We're here to help.
If your pet is seriously unwell or injured, do not wait. Call Mecco immediately — we are available around the clock for urgent and critical situations.
What counts as an emergency
Do not wait for a symptom to get worse.
- Difficulty breathing
- Severe bleeding
- Poisoning
- Road accidents
- Collapse
- Seizures
- Severe trauma
- Difficulty giving birth
- Sudden inability to walk
- Severe vomiting or diarrhoea with weakness
What to do during an emergency
Stay calm. Call first. Travel safely.
Call Mecco immediately before travelling where possible.Calling ahead lets us prepare for your arrival and guide you on safe first aid on the way.
1
Call us
Describe what has happened, when it started and what your pet is doing now.
2
Stay safe
An injured or frightened pet may bite. Approach slowly and use a towel or blanket if needed.
3
Transport carefully
Support the body on a flat surface and control bleeding with firm pressure. Do not remove embedded objects and do not induce vomiting unless we tell you to.
4
Bring information
If poisoning is suspected, bring the packaging, plant or medication with you.
Emergency line+255 656 513 707 · Answered 24/7
Mecco Veterinary Clinic161 Kunduchi Road, Kunduchi / Bahari Beach, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Opening hours08:30 – 20:30 · 24/7 Emergency