24 Hour Emergency Vet and Urgent Pet Care in
franklin, Tennessee
Dr. Krista Wells
Medical Director
Mississippi State University
Pre-VEG, Dr. Wells practiced in Colorado at a walk-in ER (family practice) and a Specialty practice, then as an Emergency Veterinarian in Nashville. Special interests: nutrition, emergency medicine, and internal medicine. Proud owner of a Lab mix and a French bulldog.
Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in Franklin 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 Franklin pet emergency hospital is within minutes of Brentwood, Columbia, La Vergne, Smyrna, and approx. 20 minutes south of Nashville. VEG Franklin is located on Mallory Lane, between Cool Springs Blvd. and Mallory Station Rd.
Parking is conveniently at the front of the hospital with accessible parking spots. An accessibility ramp leads from the lot to 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.
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.
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15 February 2025
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3 February 2025
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