Help & Safety
If You’re in Immediate Danger
If you or someone else may be in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services right away.
If you are in the United States and experiencing thoughts of self-harm or overwhelming distress, you can contact:
- 988 – Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (call or text, 24/7)
- Local emergency services (911)
Pet911 will always encourage reaching out to trained human professionals when safety is at risk.
How Pet911 Supports You
Pet911 provides emotional support and practical guidance related to pets and the intense feelings that can come with pet emergencies, loss, or grief.
The system is designed to:
- Respond calmly and compassionately
- Encourage healthy coping and grounding
- Offer practical next steps when appropriate
- Recommend professional help when a situation requires it
When to Seek Professional Help
Please reach out to a veterinarian, medical professional, or mental health provider if:
- Your pet is injured, unresponsive, or in medical distress
- You feel unable to care for yourself
- Your emotions feel unmanageable or unsafe
- You’re unsure whether a situation is urgent
Asking for help is a sign of strength, not failure.
Privacy & Respect
Pet911 is designed to treat every interaction with care and respect. Conversations are intended to provide support—not judgment—and to prioritize your safety and well-being.
If you ever feel that Pet911 is not enough, that’s okay. Human help is always the right next step.