Know if your pet needs a vet.
In under 2 minutes.
AI-assisted triage based on veterinary decision frameworks.
Owner: My dog suddenly won't put weight on his back leg after playing fetch.
VetNudge: Acute non-weight-bearing lameness with sudden onset during activity may indicate a fracture, ligament tear, or joint injury. Veterinary assessment within hours is recommended.
Three steps. No guesswork.
You enter symptoms
Describe what's wrong in plain language. Add a pet profile for breed- and age-adjusted accuracy.
AI maps to triage rules
Structured veterinary triage logic assesses urgency. Follow-up questions fill clinical gaps.
You get urgency + next action
A colour-coded triage level with specific actions to take now, and warning signs to watch for.
Here's exactly what you get
Real output from VetNudge. Every session follows this structure.Sound familiar?
It's 11pm. Your dog won't stop scratching his ear.
Is it a "watch and wait" or a midnight dash to the emergency vet? Googling symptoms sends you down a rabbit hole. Calling at 3am feels like an overreaction. Waiting until morning feels wrong.
VetNudge gives you a clear answer in minutes.
Five colour-coded verdicts
Every assessment ends with a clear urgency level — so you always know exactly what to do next.
Life-threatening. Get to a vet or emergency clinic now. Minutes matter.
Needs prompt attention. See a vet within a few hours. Do not wait until morning.
See a vet within 24 hours. If symptoms worsen, upgrade to Emergent.
Monitor for 24–48 hours. Book a vet visit if symptoms persist or worsen.
Not time-sensitive. Mention it at your pet's next routine vet visit.
Built for real-world decisions
VetNudge isn't a wrapper around a language model. It's a structured triage engine that maps symptoms to clinical categories — the same way insurers and veterinary call centres do.
Insurance claims triage
Structured urgency output that maps directly to claims categories. Pre-qualifying evidence for insurers before a clinic visit — reducing fraud and accelerating payouts.
Structured symptom mapping
Every session produces a categorised output: urgency level, clinical reasoning, recommended actions, and escalation signs. Machine-readable. Auditable. Consistent.
Enables automation downstream
Triage output feeds into vet referral routing, appointment prioritisation, and claims pre-authorisation. Not a dead end — a starting point for action.
Pet owners trust VetNudge
Real outcomes from real triage sessions.
"Rufus started limping at 10pm on a Sunday. VetNudge told me it was urgent and I should see a vet first thing. The vet found a thorn lodged in his paw. Without VetNudge I might have waited days."
Sarah M.
Cape Town · Rufus, Golden Retriever"I panic every time Whiskers does something weird. VetNudge gave me a SEMI-URGENT verdict with a clear list of warning signs. Knowing what to watch for was exactly what I needed to stop spiralling."
Priya K.
Johannesburg · Whiskers, Domestic Shorthair"My vet is 45 minutes away and after-hours calls cost a fortune. VetNudge correctly flagged IMMEDIATE — bloat symptoms in my Boxer. We got there in time. I can't overstate how much this app matters."
Kobus V.
Pretoria · Rocky, BoxerSimple, transparent pricing
No surprises. No hidden fees. Start free — upgrade if you need it.
Let's be clear about what VetNudge is not.
We believe transparency builds trust. Here's exactly what we don't do.
Not a vet
VetNudge is an AI triage tool. It does not provide veterinary consultations, clinical examinations, or professional veterinary advice. Always follow the guidance of a qualified vet.
Not a diagnosis
We assess urgency — not illness. VetNudge tells you how quickly to act, not what disease your pet has. Only a vet can diagnose.
Not a replacement for emergency services
If your pet is in immediate danger, do not use VetNudge first. Call an emergency vet line or go directly to an emergency clinic.
What VetNudge IS: your confident first step when something feels wrong with your pet.
Frequently asked questions
Is VetNudge a real vet?
No. VetNudge is an AI-powered triage tool built on Claude, a leading large language model. It helps you assess urgency — it does not provide diagnosis, prescriptions, or veterinary consultations. Think of it as a knowledgeable first step, not a replacement for professional veterinary care.
How accurate is the triage assessment?
VetNudge uses a structured clinical questioning framework informed by veterinary triage principles, combined with Claude AI's reasoning capabilities. It is designed to be appropriately cautious — erring towards higher urgency when symptoms are ambiguous. It should not be used as the sole basis for medical decisions. Always consult a vet for definitive guidance.
What happens to my pet's data?
Your pet profiles and triage session history are stored securely on our servers and are never sold to third parties. Your data is used only to provide the service to you. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
Can I use VetNudge in a real emergency?
If your pet is in immediate distress — unconscious, not breathing, actively bleeding, having seizures — do not use VetNudge. Go directly to the nearest emergency vet or call an emergency animal line. VetNudge is for situations where you are unsure whether something is an emergency. It will tell you if it is.
Does it work for all dog and cat breeds?
Yes. VetNudge supports all dog and cat breeds. When you add a pet profile with breed, age, weight, and sex, the assessment is adjusted accordingly — for example, accounting for breed-specific conditions or the different risk profiles of puppies versus senior pets.
Act early when it matters. Skip the panic.
Get guidance in under 2 minutes. Avoid unnecessary vet visits — or catch the ones you can't afford to miss.
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