24 Hour Emergency Vet and Urgent Pet Care in
commack, New York
Dr. Mario Costa
Medical Director
Binghamton University; Western University of Health Sciences; West Hills Animal Hospital and Emergency Center/Gold Coast Center for Veterinary Care - small animal rotating internship
Dr. Costa was born and raised in Queens, NY and has practiced medicine at a general practice for two years before returning to emergency medicine. A VEG ER doctor since 2021, Dr. Costa became a Medical Director in 2024. He is committed to providing excellent medical quality and superior customer service to people and their pets when they need us most. He enjoys playing the guitar, reading, woodworking, exercising, and spending time with his wife, two children, and two dogs.
Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in Commack 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 Commack pet emergency hospital is conveniently located on Jericho Turnpike. It is easily accessible from Elwood, Hauppauge, Kings Park, and Smithtown.
VEG Commack pet hospital features parking in front of the building, as well as an accessible parking spot next to the entrance. There is additional parking around the back of the building.
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.
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, close-to-home 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.
the reviews are in!
20 April 2025
Donna Angus
17 April 2025
Gigi
22 March 2025
