Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty

About Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty

Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty (DCES) is a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital based at 6700 Laurel-Bowie Road (Route 197) in Bowie, Maryland. The hospital provides around-the-clock emergency care for pets in crisis, as well as specialty services in internal medicine, neurology, surgery, and oncology — areas where pets are often most vulnerable and families face their most difficult decisions. DCES accepts referrals from primary care veterinarians and is reachable at (301) 809-8800 for emergencies at any hour.

While Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty is not a dedicated pet memorial or cremation provider, families of patients with terminal diagnoses or serious quality-of-life decline often work through DCES when making end-of-life decisions. Specialists in oncology, neurology, and internal medicine are experienced in guiding families through compassionate conversations about prognosis, pain management, and when euthanasia may be the kindest choice. DCES's mission emphasizes a welcoming environment for both patients and their families, and their team strives to support every family with care and professionalism during these moments.

Services Offered

Dogs and Cats Emergency & Specialty provides the following services to families in the Bowie, MD area:

• 24/7 emergency veterinary care
• Internal medicine specialty consultations
• Neurology services
• Veterinary surgery
• Oncology consultations
• End-of-life support and euthanasia services
• Referral-based specialty appointment scheduling

What to Expect

For emergency situations, families should bring their pet to DCES immediately at 6700 Laurel-Bowie Road, Bowie, MD 20715 — the emergency department is open 24 hours a day. For specialty consultations in internal medicine, neurology, surgery, or oncology, families can submit an online appointment request form through the DCES website. Those whose pets are under specialist care and facing an end-of-life situation should speak with their specialist directly to discuss quality of life, available treatment options, and next steps. DCES's team is trained to support families through these conversations with both clinical expertise and genuine compassion. The main phone number is (301) 809-8800.