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201-438-7122
VEG San Diego
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VEG Emergency Vet
san diego, California

24-hour animal hospital

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24 Hour Emergency Vet and Urgent Pet Care in
san diego, California

Dr. Christopher Trott

Dr. Christopher Trott

Medical Director

Loyola Marymount University; Colorado State University 

Dr. Trott grew up in Southern California. After attending colleges out of state, he came back to San Diego to complete a rotating internship at a veterinary specialty hospital. As an emergency vet, Dr. Trott was intrigued by the new way of practicing ER medicine that was happening at VEG veterinary emergency hospitals. He especially appreciated the openness of the company, being able to allow clients to be involved in the treatment of their pets, and the ease of communication when people and their pets are kept together.  

Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in San Diego 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 San Diego, CA pet emergency hospital, at the corner of Camino de la Reina and Mission Center Rd. in Mission Valley, is within minutes of Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Mesa.

Parking for our San Diego pet hospital is convenient, with a large lot and accessible parking spaces. 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

980 Camino De La Reina
San Diego, CA, 92108-3290

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.

bark blog

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!

31 March 2025

Haley Luong
This past week has been one of the hardest my boyfriend and I have ever faced. Our precious Nala was diagnosed with an aggressive tumor, and during such an emotional, scary, and uncertain time, the team at VEG provided us with unwavering support and care, making this heartbreaking transition as smooth as possible. A special thank you to Dr. Chuck Kalb—his compassion and dedication were truly evident. He didn’t just offer medical advice; he spoke to us as if Nala were his own, guiding us with empathy and honesty. Dr. Sarah, thank you for walking us through every step of the ultrasound with such patience while carefully managing Nala’s sedation. Karen D, your kindness and empathy meant the world to us—you went above and beyond to ensure we were as comfortable as possible. And Josh, your constant check-ins and positivity were a much-needed light during this difficult time. We are beyond grateful to the entire VEG team for turning an overwhelming situation into one that felt more manageable. It’s clear that everyone here genuinely cares about the well-being of animals, far beyond just a job. I truly cannot recommend them enough—your pet will be in the best hands with this incredible team. Our precious Nala passed peacefully on March 30. He is pain-free now, and I know he’s having the best time with unlimited snacks and belly rubs.

31 March 2025

Bailey Brown
This weekend was the most stressful weekend for me as I thought for sure I was going to walk away by the end of it without my pup. VEG made me feel heard and cared for the second we came into their facility. I could not love a group of strangers more for doing everything they did to take care of my pup this weekend!! 10000000/10 would recommend to anyone in need of a good emergency vet!

2 February 2025

Yesenia Rios
The team at VEG was stupendous at attending to the needs of my Great Dane with GDV. I called around everywhere central San Diego and no one except for them were willing to take my boy for surgery that night. It was “all hands on deck” as soon as we got there. He had multiple vet techs and veterinarians working in surgery. I felt so confident he was going to be fine that I truly wasn’t worried. Everyone at the hospital truly cares about their clients and it’s comforting to see. It did cost a pretty penny, but well worth it! I can’t recommend them enough!
37,359 Total reviews

4.8

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