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Emergencies can happen anytime—day or night. That's why at VEG, you never need an appointment. Call and speak directly with a veterinarian or come in—we're open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Care begins the moment you walk through our door.

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VET EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE FOR DOGS, CATS, AND ALL PETS

Avoid the guessing game and don’t delay. From accident wounds to vomiting to complex surgeries, VEG is the place to go with any kind of pet—even exotics—for any pet emergency.

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Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to get your medical questions answered.

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No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.

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

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

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pets helped in the last 12 months:

1,000,000+

a radically different approach to vet emergency

Veterinary emergency care is not just our specialty, it’s all we do. We handle challenging cases day and night, and seamlessly give pet parents the peace of mind they deserve.
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At VEG, we keep things completely transparent, from our fully open and immersive hospital environment to our focus on the customer. You see life-saving heroics as they happen, and can participate in your pet’s care as much as you want.
 
It’s an elevated animal ER experience that works for people and their pets.

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October 22, 2026

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Ashley Medrano

This was truly exemplary veterinary care! This was my pup and I’s first emergency vet visit, and from the first phone call, Samantha immediately connected me with Dr. Donohue, who offered her initial plan of action based on our situation. Once we arrived, the entire staff led with kindness and empathy — you can really tell their priority is taking care of your pet (and you too!). The entire process was transparent and I left knowing my boy has the best care possible. I especially love their “say yes” policy which allows you to work with them financially, if needed. Emergency vet medicine can be financially inaccessible, but knowing about this policy lowered the threshold for making that decision to take my boy in. Facility wise, the hospital was clean and open concept, so I could see my dog the whole time. It also had with rooms available for stressed dogs. The space makes a scary experience less stressful for all parties involved. We are so thankful for the staff’s hospitality and kindness. Highly recommend this as your main ER vet hospital in Staten Island!!

October 20, 2026

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Victoria Bianchini

I don’t even know where to start…the staff, Samantha, Sam, Christina and Dr.Donohue, the absolute best…from the minute we walked in we were seen immediately and taken care of. The place is immaculate, you could live there! They are so compassionate, and patient, they took their time explaining everything to us…I HIGHLY recommend going here if you have an emergency, and very affordable too..

October 18, 2026

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Ondina Beverly

THERE ARE SO MANY GOOD THINGS TO SAY ABOUT THIS PLACE!!! Let me start by saying from the time we got out of our vehicle struggling to carry a 58 pound Belgium Malinois with a severe tear to her top paw we were greeted with help by staff from the front desk opening the door for us. At first I thought we would be placed in a room but instead we were taken to a sitting area with its own exam table in an open floor concept. During my short wait to see Dr. Baine I took notice of how clean the staff kept the facility and how well everybody works together. Before seeing Dr. Baine, a staff member from the front desk, approached me asking if I would like a beverage or something to eat while I wait. She offered a variety of chips/crackers along with either water or Espresso. I only declined it because I was so worried about my dog at first, but gave in later and I must say the espresso is very good. I was then approached by nurse Shelby and Despite nurse Shelby having a knee injury, she did not hesitate for one moment to do her job in a fashionable way, including getting on the ground to evaluate my dogs injury. Shortly after nurse Shelby evaluated my dog, I met Doctor Baine and she informed me that there was going to be a shift change however she will be taking care of my dog. She was very informative and let me know what her plans were for my dog. I was then approached by a nurse named Jasmine and I was notified that my dog would be sedated before her procedure. Nurse Jasmine is the sweetest girl and very good at keeping my dog calm while nurse Shelby administered an IV and drew blood. Once my dog was sedated, Dr. Baine followed through with her plans and completed my dogs procedure by stitching up her injury. She did inform me that my dog will have a recovery period before leaving the facility. Everything went smoother than I expected, and I will always take all of my pets here at time of need. 🫶❤️ Thank you all!!!

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Sep 25, 2026

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Lisa Rachall

This experience exceeded anything we could have expected from an ER facility. They wasted no time helping our girl and even made us feel comfortable during the process. I love that we were able to stay with her and know what was going on. What a relief!! We are incredibly grateful for the care our dog received, and the comfort they provided us as well. They saved her life, the staff are heroes in our eyes!!

Jul 13, 2026

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Omar Chacon

A million thanks to everyone who was there to help my boy Loki! Since Thursday Loki was acting strange not eating. Friday morning we woke up and his whole face was swollen, took him to the vet I work at and they did amazing. Gave him two injections to help with the swelling and itchiness he was having. Was good for the rest of the day. Friday night before we go to bed, he starts shaking his head a lot but I read it could be due to the injections so I left that alone. After going back to work my gf told me Loki’s eyes are not normal and that he’s acting weird again. She brings him to me at work and I noticed his eyes ( look at last picture ) they were I guess getting swollen and bulging out. So we left my job and went straight to this amazing crew! Dr Godfrey, Cyle and the other tech( didn’t get his name, Mikayla (may be spelt wrong and the young gentleman who greeted us at the door were alll amazing and very caring for my little golden! They immediately started getting his vitals, checking him out as soon as we got there. I can’t thank them enough, I’m very pleased with how they handled everything. I definitely have already recommended everyone I know to go there in case of an emergency! Once again Dr. Godfrey and crew thank you from the bottom of our hearts! 🙏

Sep 7, 2026

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Pedro Dos Santos

Hey. My name is Oliver. I’m a Goldendoodle who likes to eat things that I shouldn’t. I swallowed a part of my toy yesterday and my dad was convinced it was an emergency. 🙄Thankfully, he took me to VEG in Clifton. They are so pawsome! They saw us immediately. Within 8 minutes of walking through the door, they had me vomiting the thing I was allegedly not supposed to eat. They even gave me fluids so I could leave nice and strong. I don’t like going to see a doctor, but they make me feel super comfortable and really show me lots of love and care so it makes the experience digestible (hoomans call that a pun). Anyway, just wanted to thank Dr. Rothstein for overseeing my care along with Ariel, Darcy, Jackie, and all the other ladies who absolutely fell in love with me. I mean, helped me (sorry, autocorrect). Anyway, gotta go. Dad is calling me to the park. Thanks again guys. I’ll be sure to tell all my friends. 🐶🫶🏽

Jul 9, 2026

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Drew Weiss

Mel, Elly, and Marianne were world-class. Such an incredible, caring, and personable team. This is hands down the best vet service I’ve ever experienced. Everyone was completely locked in and genuinely cared about my cat. You can tell this isn’t just a job to them. They were super responsive, compassionate, and always one step ahead. I truly appreciate their care and heart. By the end, they felt like they were my cousins lol. If every vet operated like this, the world would be a better place.

Jun 6, 2026

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Takara Upshaw

Everyone's favorite little Chihuahua wasn't acting like himself. He was lethargic, experiencing labored breathing, and showing several other concerning symptoms. I immediately rushed him to VEG in Snellville, and from beginning to end, I thoroughly loved the entire experience. What stood out most was that I was able to be involved in every step of his care. The staff took the time to explain what they were doing and made me feel included in the process rather than leaving me wondering what was happening behind closed doors. My fur baby needed to spend time in an oxygen tank, which was scary as a pet parent, but the entire team treated him with so much love and compassion. They even provided him with a soft, furry bed to help keep him comfortable during his stay. The communication was exceptional. They reached out regularly and kept me updated every step of the way, which gave me tremendous peace of mind during a stressful situation. The level of care, kindness, and professionalism we received was outstanding. I would absolutely bring my baby back to VEG for any future animal emergency and highly recommend them to anyone looking for compassionate, high-quality veterinary care. THANKS VEG!😇🥰🐕

Aug 10, 2026

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Morgan Peltier

Words won't be able to encapsulates my gratitude for this amazing team, but I'll try. Bringing Theo, my little garbage disposal, in during such a scary and uncertain situation was overwhelming. But from the beginning, we were met with compassion, patience, kindness, and a breadth of knowledge that left my flabber gasted. What meant the most to me was feeling like Theo was never just another patient. The team cared for him with such gentleness and attentiveness that it helped me feel confident that he was in the best possible hands. Dr. Chatterjee gave him a kiss on his forehead before surgery and it made me tear up (and jealous in a way I'll have to discuss in depth with my therapist later) that I had to blame allergies to preserve my reputation. I hope with everything in me that I never have to see them again under the same circumstances, but I genuinely sleep better knowing they are there if we ever need them. I will always be grateful for the care they gave Theo and for the kindness they showed me during one of the most frightening experiences that, just to be clear, he did to himself. I mean come on, who eats FIVE squeakers, rocks, and an assortment of plastics??? Do you know how expensive his premium dog food and bone broth is 🤨

Jun 14, 2026

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teryn blais

Dr. Adams, Cav, Izzy, and the whole VEG team were phenomenal. They are exceptionally attentive, genuinely caring, and resoundingly professional. THEY ARE ROCKSTARS! I love the VEG business model and will continue to recommend VEG to friends, patients, and anyone who isn’t already a VEGGIE. We are so lucky to have a VEG in our community. Thank you for taking such great care of VinDi and all the pets under your care. No one wants to visit the ER, but once you experience VEG, you will never take your pet anywhere else in an emergent situation.

Jul 20, 2026

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Kelly Reeve

The entire staff, from the doctor to the vet technicians, to the lady who met me at the door and walked me back… This is the kindest, sweetest and most compassionate group of humans I’ve ever had the privilege to meet. The love and caring that was displayed to my poor boy in his last minutes on this earth, humbled me and made me feel so incredibly grateful that he was in such a caring environment as he passed. I honestly could have never imagined such a warm, caring and kind group of people, and I will never ever forget these wonderful humans. Thank you for everything

Aug 16, 2026

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Crys Carter

Let me just note that not every veterinarian or emergency group will even see an exotic pet, especially a large bird. VEG Greenville will! I went to VEG Greenville at midnight on a Friday night. I was met at the door and taken to a room immediately. A medical staff member immediately assessed my Moluccan Cockatoo (Layla) and was kind and gentle with her. Layla had fallen in her cage and was showing great distress. Layla is 26 years old, this has never happened before, we were very concerned. Despite the practice being very busy, I met with multiple staffers and had several sessions with Dr. Jones directly. After a thorough physical exam, Dr.?Jones ordered an x ray and discovered that Layla was egg bound. The staff administered meloxicam pain medication, fluids, calcium and I believe the last medicine was oxytocin (not sure of this name). Layla’s treatment was not rushed (I was there 4.5 hours) she was monitored, cared for and also shown a great deal of love. This morning, 36 hours after her first indication that something was wrong, we were blessed with an egg. If Layla had not been able to pass the egg naturally, VEG Greenville provided me with a detailed plan for her treatment- which would have included surgery. The staff was with us every step of this process and truly answered our prayers. Some quick points I want to make that may not seem important, but they meant a lot to our family. -The staff made us feel heard and treated Layla like she was the most beautiful and important patient in the world. -I was exhausted (besides the hour of night I drove 1 hr and 15 minutes to get there) and I was offered snacks, fresh coffee, water and soda. -The rooms were private enough, but still allowed me to feel connected and within reach at all times -The facility is modern and very clean -The facility is well staffed. -I was expecting to pay significantly more than I was charged. -I was sent an electronic copy of Layla’s X-ray and medical records. - I received messages of support checking in on her progress. - I liked everyone I had the pleasure to deal with during this experience. -Every technician we dealt with was Licensed. Their education and experience showed. Thank you so much to the entire “midnight” staff. Special thanks to Dr. Jones (very bright, gentle and detailed), Ashley (who Layla may love more than she loves me) and Taylor (who thoroughly radiates kindness) All of these women were superior at their job, took the role seriously, were conscientious and made this difficult (potentially life threatening) situation, somehow better. God bless VEG Greenville, our family appreciated every little thing.

Jul 27, 2026

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Yariela Vazquez

Beyond blessed I took my baby girl Rossie to this vet! I honestly don’t know what would’ve happened with her if I would’ve not taken her on time! Rossie got there with her heart beat extremely low close to almost passing away! I was fortunate for the whole team to take care of my baby girl she was never left alone. They did everything to help her and we were lucky and blessed she made it through! My babies heart went from 40 to 120 🥺♥️🙏 although treatment is extremely expensive I am happy my baby survived and was Diagnosed with Addison disease. I will forever be thankful it’s like they brought my baby back to life.

Aug 9, 2026

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Eva Lynch

The staff at VEG saved my dogs life🩷 We brought my senior dog Daisy in because she was not eating, and within half an hour they had identified a large ruptured tumor on her spleen. They got her stable, got us in with a specialist the same evening, and gave us all the information clearly and patiently during a very upsetting time. She’s healing beautifully now and happy to say the mass was BENIGN!! I credit this team 100% for taking things seriously right away, and finding the problem at lightning speed. We are so grateful. Dr Stephanie Leung and team, we love you!!!

Jul 11, 2026

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Lala

I don't usually write reviews, but this place and staff absolutely deserve a five star review. I've been to emergency vets before, but I'd never experienced an open-concept emergency hospital like this, and it completely changed my expectations. We rushed our pit mix, Lockie, in because we thought she had been bitten by another dog. She was bleeding so badly and we couldn't control the bleeding. It turned out to be a mass that had been bitten, nicked, or somehow erupted, and needed to be removed and cauterized. From the minute we walked in, staff immediately took action. Everyone was kind, compassionate, and constantly checking on both Lockie and us. They explained everything as they went, answered every question, and made sure we were comfortable through the whole process. What really makes this place different is the open concept. You don't have to hand your pet over and sit in a waiting room wondering what's happening behind closed doors. We were able to stay with Lockie, watch her being cared for, and even watch the surgical procedure under anesthesia. That level of transparency gave us so much peace of mind. Even when other emergencies came in, you could see the team working together, which actually made us feel even more confident in the care they were providing. The pricing was in line and fair for what I'd expect for an emergency vet, and they were very upfront about everything. They went over all of the recommended treatments and allowed us the option to decline items that we felt weren't absolutely necessary, as long as it was medically appropriate. There was never any pressure, just honest communication and a genuine concern for doing what was best for Lockie. As someone who's pretty picky and pays attention to quality of care as part of my job, I was honestly impressed. This unfortunate emergency experience felt different, in the best way. The transparency, communication, compassion, and quality of care were outstanding. I hope we never need an emergency vet again, but if we do, this is where we'll be returning to. Thank you for taking such great care of Lockie, and her parents!

Sep 6, 2026

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Amber

This entire group of people are not just people they are community of compassionate experienced understanding and extremely phenomenal veterinarians, vet technicians, the vet director the receptionist everyone at this location was beyond phenomenal caring and passionate about animals and the people that belong to the animals. The day before I was blessed to meet this team I had taken my beloved esa dog to another emergency vet that was more local to me but only local buy a few more miles. I arrived there at 7:30 p.m. and did not leave until 4:30 a.m. the following morning 32 minutes of that was standing at the desk waiting to be checked out They pushed the upsell and thrived on the devastation that your pet was in distress and you were an emotional turmoil. The previous ER vet pushed diagnostic I understand it's important but they were more concerned about collecting funds for testing then treatment and assistance for the animal and when you didn't have the $12,000 for the surgery they encouraged euthanization they were not very honest. The following day I contacted VEG and I was obviously an emotional distress lack of sleep and devastated that I may lose my best friend my therapist and my family member. (My canine). Dr D'Angelo spoke to me on the phone I was quite impressed that the veterinarian the doctor on duty took the time to promptly speak to me about the symptoms and conditions of my pet. (Their system is not set up as a traditional standard over priced product ) they are more focused on the treatment appreciate the diagnostics however my symptoms were pretty obvious and once I gave her all the information I had from the traumatic experience the night before with the other people they did not just start applying to an estimate and started out with financials they created a plan of action with urgency and compassion and they made it work all of them work together as a community of passionate caring doctors and technicians When my pet and I arrived we were greeted with their receptionist and intake specialist she was amazing offered snacks drinks in the meantime being very patient with taking our information Dr D'Angelo spoke to me she promptly looked at the pet to see the size of the bladder stones in question explained some of the Dynamics and spoke to the director and the whole team and even some they came in on their day off they walked me through the process of the procedure the testing results explained each one of them and the Dynamics and concerns of any elevations that were present in her blood work. I arrived at VEG at approximately 11:30 a.m. by 1:30 2:00ish my dog was being taken back to begin her surgery. Before I left VEG they told me I could call anytime to follow up on progress and if there is anything that was concerning or they had to stop couldn't move forward I would be contacted so after I rested at home for a couple hours I called and spoke to Dr D'Angelo again and she let me know how the whole thing went and that my dog was in recovery. When my dog was picked up there was a clear list of follow-up instructions all her medications and a bag of special dog food for her they even called and spoke to me on the phone asked if I had any concerns and wanted to follow up and see that she was doing okay. Over the course a couple days I had some questions so I would call in the veterinarian duty the actual doctor we get on the phone promptly and answer any questions concerns or suggestions that they may offer beyond reasonable doubt these people are true animal lovers and are very passionate and compassionate about their line of work and have an extreme amount of knowledge.

Aug 2, 2026

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Megan Maxwell

VEG took great care of our cat who was blocked due to FIC, they took quick action, answered all of our questions, and went over everything with us in extreme detail. It was a wild experience to be in the room with them while they triaged our cat and other animals, we stepped out during the procedure but you can stay with your pet the entire time if your choose to. All of the staff were incredibly calm and friendly every time we visited our cat and the doctors were there on the phone to give any updates when we called to check in. Thank you so much to their incredible team, our kitty Licorice is feeling so much better. Thanks for being so kind and taking such good care of him. We can’t thank you enough.

Aug 4, 2026

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Malori Izbinski

We drove from Toledo and I can’t say enough good things about this place. From the moment Chapo and I walked in, everyone treated us like family. They were incredibly attentive to both Chapo and myself, made sure I was always in the loop, and even connected promptly with Chapos neurologist. What really stood out was how comforting they were and how much they genuinely cared. It’s handled so differently than anywhere else I’ve been. A truly safe and caring space when we needed it most. I 100% believe Chapo wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for this place and the people that cared for him. Just wow.

Jun 21, 2026

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Grace Williams

I’m late on writing a review but I also wanted to give an update on my sweet baby Missy! Words can’t describe how grateful I am for this place and the nurses and doctors. My Missy was seen last November for severe subcutaneous emphysema caused by another vet’s negligence. Missy is my soul cat I couldn’t imagine losing her due to something that could have been prevented, she’s my world and my reason I’m here. The nurses and doctors were so compassionate and empathetic they KNEW how important it was to save Missy. They were honest about everything up front and kept me updated all through the night through text or a call. I can’t remember the doctors name that first took Missy that night but I do remember dr shoemaker taking over her care the next morning and he was amazing, his aftercare plan was great and Missy made a full recovery and she’s better than ever. Her new vet who recommended VEG saw her for a check up after her ER visit and said she might have some residual damage from the trachea tear but other than that she’s been so much better. She’s still her very loving self and still so playful with her brother! I will be forever grateful for everyone at VEG for saving my baby girl. Also I was quoted 3k to start treatment for her and they knew money was tight for me but when I came back to get her they were actually able to treat her less than that and was able to put money back into my pocket. They could have lied and took all the money and not helped Missy and said there was nothing they could do but they didn’t. The integrity of this place and commitment of this medical team goes beyond 4 stars! Here’s some recents pictures of Missy! She’s doing great and clean bill of health!

Mar 31, 2026

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Lisa Jackson

Dr. Mortimer and the whole team are exceptional. The manner in which they interacted with both our Goldendoodle and us was nothing short of incredible. The immediate feeling of knowing that we could trust VEG with our girl and leave her while hospitalized, even though we could stay if we chose to, made the experience top notch. Our girl arrived very sick and to be able to have her home in less than 24 hours speaks volumes. The professionalism and patient care provided is not easy to find and the plus is that you could stay with your pet through it all provides a sense of peace, calm and trust that our girl was in excellent hands. Thank you Dr. Mortimer and the rest of Minnie’s care team. You all deserve endless doodle hugs! Love, Minnie and Family

Aug 30, 2026

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Jordie Kavanaugh

I brought my baby Sampson in earlier today, and I’m so grateful for how wonderful everyone was with him. We walked right in and were immediately taken back to a table where I met with Dr. Donaldson and Megan. They listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, and took the time to make my very nervous boy feel safe and comfortable. When you’re worried about your fur baby, having a vet team that is patient, kind, and genuinely listens means so much. I’m incredibly thankful for the care they gave Sampson today. Highly recommend! ❤️

Jul 26, 2026

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Stella Barnes

So grateful for everyone who works here. As far as emergency vets go it was reasonably priced. My 19 year old baby got in a fight with our younger cat the other week and she had a really bad infected wound. I called around to 3 other emergency vets around midnight that said they weren’t taking new patients. At VEG they told me they don’t do that. They have you sit there with your pet while they treat them. They showed so much love and goodness to my baby and to me. Now she is back to herself and I couldn’t be more grateful to have her. Thank you all!!!

Jul 1, 2026

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Robbie Cariddi

I walked into VEG ER with my english bulldog practically dead in my arms in a panic. The team here treated my dog (kobe) within seconds on my arrival. The love we felt throughout this entire 24 hours can’t be put into words. From the doctors to the nurses and the entire staff … they treated kobe like he was their very own. Dr Tusa took time to calm us down and explain to us exactly what was happening medically and made it understandable to us!! Eternally grateful that he was there when we came in. A special thank you to Oliver, Rachel, Cecil, Cesar, jasmine, Christine, dr Carl, dr Blake, and many more !! Do not hesitate to bring your dog here 🧡

Sep 4, 2026

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Christine Pasaoa

Dr. Ellebracht and her team of rockstars nursed my pup back to health! They were so loving and kind. Very organized and were happy to answer my million questions I had as a concerned pet parent. Just incredible. Thank you so much VEG team.

Mar 13, 2025

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aliyah acevedo

I brought my puppy in last month for vomiting blood and diarrhea. After imaging it showed he ate a diaper and needed to have surgery. I was at a lost I could afford to pay for my little puppers surgery and I tried everything to come up with the money and it wasn’t enough. The hospital helped me with the cost to save my pups life. After surgery I called them several times with in those first few days and each time they were patient with me and empathized with me. They treated my baby as their own. I am go grateful for them.

Jun 17, 2026

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jnnfr5

I loved my experience at this ER for pets. Everyone was very kind to my pet budgie Gideon, my family and myself. The communication regarding the treatment and bill was clear. The ER itself was clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend for other bird owners that find themselves in an emergency situation.

Aug 8, 2026

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Maryanne Saxon

I’m a mom to four sons, two human and two canine. I love and care for all of them. My human sons might say their furry brothers get better care on all levels, and if I’m honest- I’d have to agree. My furry babies are more vulnerable, always happy to see me, never complain about what’s for dinner & rarely talk back. And that’s part of what makes them so vulnerable. If something is wrong they have a tough time communicating what’s going on. All I can say, Dr. Rothstein, Dr. McDonald and all of Tyson’s care team: Rob, Cristina, Hannah, Jodi, Ashley and Jackie made his inability to explain himself a nonentity. Their attention, patience and thorough examinations were enough.We walked into VEG with a scared golden retriever who was not feeling himself, couldn't explain himself and he was greeted with so much love and focus, it didn’t matter that he wasn’t able to describe his ailments. VEG is unlike any vet I’ve been too. It is truly a godsend, a port in the storm of confusion and stress that comes with being a parent. Many thanks for all that you do.

Jul 5, 2026

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Yadira Ramirez

Very grateful to have found and brought my guinea pig to VEG Costa Mesa. The Drs. and team were warm, attentive, and professional. Immediately after coming in, I had seen how taken care of and comforted my guinea pig was before her passing, I can't think of a better place I could've taken her. Thank you to all the veterinarians here for being so caring and I appreciate all of your efforts from your team. They didn’t have to, but they provided a room to be able to spend those last moments with her and even I was given a blanket with hearts on it where she was carefully wrapped in, which I found were tender details. This time has not been easy, though all of the support from the ER team has meant a lot and been invaluable. May God bless VEG Costa Mesa.♥️ I keep on remembering Lily.♥️

Sep 7, 2026

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Pedro Dos Santos

Hey. My name is Oliver. I’m a Goldendoodle who likes to eat things that I shouldn’t. I swallowed a part of my toy yesterday and my dad was convinced it was an emergency. 🙄Thankfully, he took me to VEG in Clifton. They are so pawsome! They saw us immediately. Within 8 minutes of walking through the door, they had me vomiting the thing I was allegedly not supposed to eat. They even gave me fluids so I could leave nice and strong. I don’t like going to see a doctor, but they make me feel super comfortable and really show me lots of love and care so it makes the experience digestible (hoomans call that a pun). Anyway, just wanted to thank Dr. Rothstein for overseeing my care along with Ariel, Darcy, Jackie, and all the other ladies who absolutely fell in love with me. I mean, helped me (sorry, autocorrect). Anyway, gotta go. Dad is calling me to the park. Thanks again guys. I’ll be sure to tell all my friends. 🐶🫶🏽

Jun 22, 2026

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Hannah Olson

Everyone was excellent! Dr Juan was very knowledgeable and honest, and he collaborated with me to make sure that I was updated with what was going on and that I got everything done that I wanted to for my pet. The receptionist was super kind and attentive in making sure we were comfortable, checking in with us and bringing us snacks and drinks while we waited. All the nurses that worked with my pet were very empathetic and gentle with her to make sure that she was comfortable and getting the best care possible. I didn't have to wait at all to be brought back to the treatment area - they got started on her right away. My pet is a cat so we waited with her in an enclosed room to the side of the treatment area where she was more comfortable away from the dogs and able to walk about the room freely. We could still see through the blinds though what was going on in the hospital with the other pets that were there being helped and were given the opportunity to come to the treatment area to watch her being cared for.

Jun 14, 2026

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Our sweet Stella had to go to VEG ER Frisco on June 6th around 4am. She had given birth to (6) pups at home, but the (7) pup had not been birth after (3) hours. During the process of her giving birth, I called their office to ask a few question (first timer here) and Dr. Koons was very informative through what to expect. After making the right call, the (7) baby could not make it into this world at home and we headed to see Dr. Koons in person. She had the room all ready for us when we arrived. When I say her and all other staff went above and beyond for us is an understatement. Dr. Koons is a genuine soul that puts care and detail into all she does. We knew Stella was at least pregnant with 10 pups. After the 10th was born at the ER (past Dr. Koons shift), she went back for an x-ray, surprise, we had two more!! Y’all!! Twelve puppies!! Thank you, Kaitlyn, Arianna, Abby, Beth, Dr. Koons and Dr. Nelson for the outstanding service and care of our family/pups. Everything was performed right in front of us and that was important not to be shut in a room while our Stella was behind closed doors in another room. Since birth, I have called back serval times when our regular vets office was closed. Outstanding service each time. My heart cannot express our gratitude enough!! Sincerely - Stella & Family paws up - high five 🐾♥️🙌👏

Jun 29, 2026

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Abel Gonzalez

I just want to say thank you so much for all the help you had given us for me and my Family. Our little dog has been around for 15 human years and was very ill and was at end of life. You were there for support and helped us with the process. God bless

Jul 19, 2026

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Amber Denham

VEG ER made a really scary experience so much more comfortable for us and our Frenchie. Deno started aspirating after throwing up a lot during a pancreatitis flare. When we heard he needed to be monitored overnight, we were freaking out thinking we’d have to leave him somewhere and worrying we wouldn’t get updates. Being able to get a room and stay the night with him was peace of mind for us and made him more. Comfortable. The vets were great. Later in the day we even brought our other dog because we didn’t want to leave one while running home to care for the other. Our boy is almost back to normal now and we can’t thank them enough! So accommodating

Jul 22, 2026

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C.J Ferrell

These people are real life angels! If you have an emergency with your pet, there is not a better place to go! They were kind, compassion, patient, sincere, and every other incredible word to describe people who genuinely care about animals and their owners.

Jul 19, 2026

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Aaron Lozier

If you are dealing with a pet emergency and your top priority is making sure your animal will be loved and cared for by an expert team that truly cares about animals, this is the place. We've now taken two of our animals to VEG and our experience in both cases was consistent. They treated our animals with genuine love and compassion. They communicated clearly about treatment and price. Obviously emergency vet care is expensive, but I would personally rather pay more knowing our animals will be in good hands, rather than take a risk somewhere that might be more economical. We hope we never have another pet emergency, but if we do, we know we can trust VEG.

Jul 4, 2026

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Abi O’Donnell

I stayed with my cat Marco a majority of his 36 hour stay at VEG and encountered a few different shifts of nurses and doctors. Every single person on those teams were welcoming and understanding beyond my expectations. I never once felt like he wasn’t in the best possible care. Genuinely couldn’t have asked for better treatment during and after his procedure thank you everyone so so much.

May 19, 2026

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Mackenzie B

To the AMAZING staff that helped me, my husband, and our baby boy on Christmas morning, THANK YOU for doing everything you could, under stressful circumstances, on Christmas Day, to help my reactive and aggressive dog, Hurley, safely get tinsel out of his stomach. It has taken me so long to write a proper thank you because shortly after this incident, we had to euthanize our boy. I am still actively grieving, but I want you to know how much you are appreciated, especially under the extreme stress we and our dog were under. You all risked yourselves to help my dog without hesitation. He snapped over and over at the air, wanted to get as far as he could from you sweet people as possible, and you still tried your best to instruct me to help as his trusted person, get a cone on, give him dose after dose to vomit the tinsel - and it worked. THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for taking care of us and our boy that morning. Upon returning home from RI, we had to say goodbye to our boy due to his aggression soon after. This was one of the last awful memories for us and stressful events for him after years of trying to help him, manage triggers, medications, and consulting with experts to keep him happy and everyone safe. He was at his lowest seeing you all, and you showed him and us grace that made it just a little easier, and that meant so much. People are often quick to blame, not understand, or lack empathy - but not your team. Thank you a million times over for your quick action, thoughtful consideration in reducing the stress and any procedures for Hurley, and for your compassion for animals and people alike. I will never forget that day for more than one reason, the second being how you responded with huge hearts. Thank you, you all are actual angels on earth.

Aug 5, 2026

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Betty “Peaches”

This Emergency Animal Hospital (VEG) in Willowgrove PA is awesome. They was there every step of the way with our beautiful 15 year old ShitzPoo "Handsome". First, in providing medical attention two weeks prior; until lastly helping us make that final decision in sending him to doggie heaven. It was a weekend, lots of patients, and never once did we feel rushed nor in the way. The care, compassion and love shown to Handsome and my family did not go unnoticed. We thank the entire staff from the bottom of our hearts for their professionalism in maintaining our dignity "as we all" laid him to rest. Please note that the animal loving residents in Willowgrove PA are so grateful to have you. He will live on forever. My baby boy Handsome, that brought 15 years & 4 months of sunshine

Aug 1, 2026

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Olayinka Olagunju

I can’t say enough great things about the staff at VEG Pet ER on Ralph Ave! When my dog, Dami, arrived, she was in horrible shape, and I was terrified. The team acted immediately with such urgency, professionalism, and compassion. Seeing how quickly they jumped into action gave us confidence that she was exactly where she needed to be. From the moment we walked in, the staff made both Dami and my family feel cared for. They were incredibly attentive, kept us informed every step of the way, and took the time to thoroughly explain her diagnosis and treatment plan. No matter how many questions I had, they answered each one with patience and kindness, never making me feel rushed. What stood out the most was how genuinely they cared, not just for Dami, but for us as well. They continuously checked in to make sure we were all okay and made an incredibly stressful situation much easier to get through. I am beyond grateful to the entire VEG ER team for the exceptional care they provided. Thank you for treating Dami so quickly and with so much compassion. I wholeheartedly recommend VEG ER for Pets to anyone who wants their pet in the best possible hands during an emergency. ****Special shout out to Dami’s beautiful Nurse with the Red hair. I’m so sorry I can’t remember her name exactly but she was great. Thank you so much for caring for Dami so well.

Aug 15, 2026

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PaigePiper

Blown away by the service at this emergency vet. I have a very— vet— reactive pitbull mix and the staff was wonderful and accommodating. The doctor was knowledgeable and explained everything thoroughly. I got to stay with my dog even while she was heavily sedated and they were placing stitches. I will recommend this place to all of my family and friends needing emergency vet care.

Sep 8, 2026

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Marshall Stark

This is not a happy review, but the staff at this emergency vet were incredible. My sweet baby Clementine was attacked and I rushed her in. The staff sprang to action without any questions or waiting when I brought her body through the door. The doctors rushed to her side and did everything they could to save her, while one of them kept in check with me to let me know what was going on. Unfortunately, my baby couldn’t be saved. The amount of urgency, empathy and softness I was shown from all the vets here will never be forgotten. I am devastated beyond words, but this incredible team valued trying to save her life just as much as I did. I hope no one ever ever has to bring their pet to the emergency vet - but if they do, I strongly recommend they bring them here. It’s obvious they care deeply about the pets they serve. Thank you for the effort VEG. I hope the team that helped me tonight feels as valuable as they are. I’ve attached a photo of my sweet baby, so the team can maybe get to see her when she’s not looking the way she did when I brought her in.

Aug 10, 2026

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Morgan Peltier

Words won't be able to encapsulates my gratitude for this amazing team, but I'll try. Bringing Theo, my little garbage disposal, in during such a scary and uncertain situation was overwhelming. But from the beginning, we were met with compassion, patience, kindness, and a breadth of knowledge that left my flabber gasted. What meant the most to me was feeling like Theo was never just another patient. The team cared for him with such gentleness and attentiveness that it helped me feel confident that he was in the best possible hands. Dr. Chatterjee gave him a kiss on his forehead before surgery and it made me tear up (and jealous in a way I'll have to discuss in depth with my therapist later) that I had to blame allergies to preserve my reputation. I hope with everything in me that I never have to see them again under the same circumstances, but I genuinely sleep better knowing they are there if we ever need them. I will always be grateful for the care they gave Theo and for the kindness they showed me during one of the most frightening experiences that, just to be clear, he did to himself. I mean come on, who eats FIVE squeakers, rocks, and an assortment of plastics??? Do you know how expensive his premium dog food and bone broth is 🤨

Sep 8, 2026

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Jason and Andrea Roberts

I cannot even begin to express my gratitude for the doctors and staff at VEG. My wife and daughters brought in our 13 week mini-Aussie on Sunday evening and he was in shock when they arrived. I won’t go into details but he was nearly dead due to an accidental ingestion of some type of medication. The medical team’s expertise and efficiency resulted in the very best outcome for our new family member as we were able to bring him home yesterday acting like a healthy puppy once again. The work these people do is truly amazing. It is intense and non-stop. However, to top it all off they also demonstrate such a beautiful spirit of care and compassion. Everyone was so kind to my family. God bless you all!!!

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