Pet care is important, that goes without saying, but there are times when we may overreact to what is actually happening to our pooch. In case you're not sure what equates as an emergency and what does not check out the information below followed by an important video. It will guide you and put your mind at ease!

Life-threatening conditions often involve organ failure, sepsis (full-body infection) or bloat, which is a condition in which a dog's stomach becomes distended and twists around on itself.

Disseminated intravascular coagulopathy (DIC) is another life-threatening condition, in this case a bleeding disorder that may result from infection or autoimmune disease.

The 13 medical conditions, symptoms and scenarios that follow, compiled by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), also warrant emergency veterinary attention.1 This is not an all-inclusive list, but if you notice any of the following, get your pet to an emergency veterinary clinic immediately.

via Healthy Pets

Our pups may all have the souls of wolves but that does not keep them from becoming ill or getting hurt. We need to take their well-being seriously but over reaction will not help either of you. It's always important to err on the side of caution but keep your head about you.

Again, check the grid above and for more info go to Healthy Pets.