emergency is all we do,
so we do it best
We’re ready 24/7 to immediately triage and treat all kinds of pets. From accident wounds to vomiting to complex surgeries, you’ll see healing-focused heroics up close. Our fully transparent approach lets you be involved in your pet’s care and stay by their side the entire time.
Every minute at VEG, we expect the unexpected. We never know which species will come through our doors but we’re ready, with emergency doctors who are specially trained to treat every cute, quirky, slimy, scaly (yes, we’re talking to you, exotics!), extraordinary pet.
WALK IN 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 surgeon is on site for emergency operations.
treatment + hospitalization
Care starts right away; if your pet needs to stay overnight, you can too.
IMMEDIATE CARE FOR:
Animal attacks
Disconnected or cut off limb or tail
Dog fights
Falls
Allergic reactions / hives / swollen face
Anaphylactic reactions
Ear infections
Vaccine reactions
Loose bowels
Runny stool
External parasites
Hot spots
Itching
Skin infections
Skin lesions
Heat stroke / heat exhaustion
Hypothermia
Smoke inhalation
Snake bite / envenomation
Porcupine quills
Egg binding / Dystocia
Shell disease
Corneal ulcer / scratch / foreign body
Eye discharge
Eyelid laceration
Glaucoma
Infection
Inflammation / Redness
Injury
Proptosis (eye popped out)
Squinting
Blood in stool
Constipation / straining to defecate
Decreased appetite
Diarrhea
Food bloat
GI stasis
Loss of appetite
Swelling of abdomen
Vomiting and blood in vomit
Disinterested in food or toys
Extreme tiredness
Sluggishness
Unresponsive to stimuli (sound or touch)
Abnormal vulvar discharge
Dystocia / trouble giving birth
Paraphimosis (penis stuck out, swollen penis)
Prolapsed uterus
Pyometra (infected uterus)
Coughing
Labored breathing
Nasal discharge
Pneumonia
Sneezing
Convulsions / uncontrollable muscle activity
Loss of awareness
Uncontrollable shaking
Crying / whimpering / whining
Hiding
Abdominal and reproductive emergency surgeries
Soft tissue emergency surgeries
Abdomen
Face
Limbs
Loss of consciousness
Unresponsive
Frequent urination
Not able to urinate
Urinary blockage / urethral obstruction
Urinating inappropriately / outside of the litter box
Can’t keep anything down
Gagging / dry heaving
Throwing up bile, food, or liquids
Bite wounds
Lacerations
Open wounds
Puncture wounds
Care, health, and safety blogs about every kind of pet, from fur to
feathers, and shells to scales!
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