The objective of Intensive Care is to manage a stable recovery for critical patients who, depending upon the complexity and severity of the case, require ongoing care, monitoring, assistance and therapy at the highest level.
Abat Marcet Veterinary Hospital, located in Terrassa, is equipped with multiparametric monitors, oxygen , and comfortable facilities that allow for an easy stay.
Generally, Intensive Care cases support a broad range of issues including, but not limited to, toxic comas, induced comas, cranioencephalic trauma, post-surgical patients with difficulty in waking up, cardiac issues and severe neurological diseases (tetanus, neuritis with respiratory failure, status epilepticus, etc.).
What the service includes:
24/7 care, 365 days a year.
Direct supervision by intensive care veterinarians and specialised assistants.
Continuous monitoring (vital signs, fluid therapy, pain control, etc.).
Full equipment: heated cages, heat lamps, monitoring systems, and an onsite laboratory.
Species-specific hospitalisation:
Dogs: Cages adapted to their size, with access to private garden patios where they can walk, relieve themselves, and sunbathe, all accompanied.
Cats: Areas physically and acoustically separated from the rest, with comfortable cages, humidity and temperature control, and calming protocols (e.g., Feliway® pheromones) to minimise stress.
Why choose us:
Uninterrupted and highly specialised care.
Facilities designed for comfort, recovery, and safety.
Direct coordination with other specialities (surgery, internal medicine, diagnostic imaging, etc.) for a comprehensive approach.
How the service works:
Referral or prior appointment is recommended, but we are prepared to receive emergencies at any time.
Immediate assessment upon admission and planning of necessary tests to stabilise the patient and advance their treatment.
