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VEG Pleasant Hill
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VEG Emergency Vet
pleasant hill, California

24-hour animal hospital

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24 Hour Emergency Vet and Urgent Pet Care in
pleasant hill, California

Dr. Kevin Baker

Dr. Kevin Baker

Medical Director

UCLA; University of California, Davis

After completing a rotating internship in San Diego, Dr. Baker practiced in emergency and GP. A passion for the human-animal bond as well as practicing excellent medicine in a collaborative environment fueled him to join VEG San Ramon, then to open VEG Pleasant Hill, where he resides. Serving the community drives him to be the best leader he can be for his team. Special interests: surgery, emergency medicine, and trauma. Dr. Baker loves traveling with his wife and exploring new cultures. He also enjoys mountain biking, snowboarding, hiking, and trips with his dog Hendrix.

Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in Pleasant Hill come in. From vomiting to complex surgeries, we treat emergency and urgent care needs for all kinds of pets—even avians and exotics! Discover the VEG difference, with our open floor plan hospitals, pet-parent participation, and an emergency-focused team that’s always ready to expect the unexpected.

Our Pleasant Hill pet emergency hospital is located in the San Francisco East Bay area, within minutes of Concord, Oakland, Vallejo, and Walnut Creek. VEG Pleasant Hill is accessible from Contra Costa Blvd., Cottonwood Dr., and Golf Club Rd.

Parking for our Pleasant Hill pet hospital is convenient, with a large lot and an accessible parking space just outside our front door. If you need assistance getting your pet into the hospital, call ahead—one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door. Your pet will receive urgent vet care and you never have to leave their side.

OPEN 24/7

622 Contra Costa Boulevard
Pleasant Hill, CA, 94523

why choose veg

customer-focused veterinary emergency care

call us 24/7

Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian to get your medical questions answered.

see a vet now

No appointment needed, come in 24/7. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.

stay together

No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.

stress less

At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.

open now for:

Emergencies

High-quality critical care for when the unexpected happens.

point-of-care ultrasound

Non-invasive, soft-tissue imaging with same-day results.

urgent care

For injuries or illnesses that simply cannot wait.

x-rays

Performed on site to immediately diagnose fractures, stones, foreign ingestions, and more. 

diagnostics + testing

Done right in our hospital for less wait time and fast results. 

end-of-life care

Comfortable, compassionate care during the most difficult time.

surgery

A high-quality veterinarian is on site for emergency operations.

treatment + hospitalization

Care starts right away; if your pet needs to stay overnight, you can too.

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Care, health, and safety blogs about every kind of pet, from fur to feathers, and shells to scales!

Birds & Exotics
Cats
Common Emergenices

the reviews are in!

21 March 2025

Luke Ivanov
Brought my dog here because he got attacked by two dogs while he was on a run. He was bleeding still when we got there, and I had no idea the extent of his wounds. From the first phone call with Molly, I felt like we were in good hands. The staff never made it seem like we were a burden, and everyone was very sweet and respectful of his nervous temperament. The facility was really clean and modern, and they have a courtesy snack and drinks area, which was really nice because we were there for a few hours from check in to leaving. Molly was so sweet and cleaned up the blood my dog left on the floor while we were in the bathroom so it didn't look so distressful, and she even got him towels and a doggy bed to lay in since he didn't want to lay on the couch after awhile. Dr. Mackenzie Forsythe was amazing. She was very clear about everything and thorough. I love her demeanor. The nurses were all great as well. We were lucky to work with Ben, Gabrielle, and Sierra. Ben and Molly were very helpful with some billing stuff at the end since the other dogs' owner was footing the bill for us. Gabrielle and Sierra were so kind and patient with us, and they were so personable and accommodating. I really appreciate the fact that you can stay with your pet from start to finish here unlike some other ERs Ive been to where they just take your dog and you have no idea what's going on for hours on end. I got to keep him comfortable and happy the whole time and even got to watch the procedure. These people care about service quality and patient comfort, and you can tell they care about the families as well. All wonderful folks. The vibe in the office was so chill too, so that really helps the animals, I'm sure. It didn't feel like a crisis center like some of the other places We've been to, and I wish all vet experiences were this pleasant. They really made a terrible, stressful situation palatable and memorable in a very positive way. I hope we don't ever have to go back, but I would come back in a heartbeat for any other emergency.

20 March 2025

John Bell
Dr Shannon and the rest of the team were great. They handled by dog with care and kindness, and even though she had to have stitches, she was wagging her tail the next day. What a great service, and a relief to know they are there 24/7

1 March 2025

Christina Shamon
The best emergency vet I’ve ever been to. My cat had to stay overnight, and the entire team—doctors, nurses, and techs—was incredibly kind, patient, and thorough. They answered all my questions (even when I spiraled into many scenarios) and reassured me that I could call anytime to check in. They even offered for me to stay overnight with him, but I had to return to my other pet. The facility is beautiful and clean with an open floor plan, free snacks/coffee/water/tea, and such a welcoming atmosphere. They even have couches that turn into sofa beds if you wanted to stay overnight. You can really tell these doctors and their team know exactly what they’re doing and how much they care. While I hope I never need to return, I’d trust them with my cat again in a heartbeat. He’s home and feeling really good now, and I’m beyond grateful.
37,359 Total reviews

4.8

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