24-hour
emergency
vet hospital

Our dog ate a towel and were worried about his intestines. Took him there and the staff was great. Busy, but great. It's an open architecture, everything is out in the open, basically just a large room, you kind of get to know what's going on, the good, the bad and the ugly. Staff are super busy, and it is expensive, but they know what they are doing and are prepared for anything (that fits) to come through the doors. We were encouraged to come visit and sit with our dog as he needed to be there for about 10 hours to get a couple sets od X-Rays. Not the most comfortable place, but we sat in his cage, and I think he felt OK.

Dr. Ragbeer, nurses Jackie and Romina and CFC Cait and Krystal and the rest of the staff are the most compassionate and caring team along with the rest of the staff. The way they all cared for my pet and I and the other pet owners there was beyond words! I am forever grateful to them and they saved my Cookie! You all rock and have my blessings! Cookie and I say thank youuuu!!!!

The highlight of a very scary situation with my beloved dog was the extremely compassionate care from everyone at VEG. All the staff clearly love animals and they were so patient and took the time to explain everything along the way. Dr. Thaeder performed surgery and it seems to have gone very well. I made many anxious phone calls during the 2 week recovery period and all were met with kindness and patience.

The staff took such great care of our Millie and put me at ease by allowing me to sit with her and communicated with me through every step they took to make sure I was comfortable and understood what was going on. I could definitely tell they cared about my dog and her health. Millie was back to her old self the very next day and my mind was at ease after our VEG visit.

We brought our cat Roxy in not really knowing what was wrong. Emergency vets can be a little overwhelming but this location had some of the nicest staff I've ever met in the vet field. Dr Johnstone and the staff were incredible. They were quick to get vitals on my cat, listen our concerns and previous medical concerns to try and figure out what was wrong. After some test came back it was determine our cat was in a dire urgent situation due to her diabetes. After Dr Johnstone thoroughly went over treatment options we decided euthanasia would be the most humane option. It's never easy to say goodbye to a pet. I had my furball for over 15 years. The staff was so sincere with the process. Making sure we had a private room, had time to say our goodbyes and just over all very professional. I was happy to hear they offer paw and nose prints free of charge and a patch of fur. My Roxy will be cremated and returned back within a week or so. I just want to thank the entire staff again for their professionalism and sincerity in this tough choice. They never once made me feel what I chose was the bad route. They all listened to stories about our cat and all praised how even with her being sick they could she was loved and how she snuggled up to my shoulder while being examined. This was simply the best experience I could have asked for under these circumstances.

Thank you to the staff that was working the night shift on Friday 5/29. I had to bring my senior dog in for an emergency tumor rupture that unfortunately led to his having to be put down. The front desk person and veterinary team were very attentive and had him on an exam table with an ultrasound going within moments of us entering the building. Everyone was very kind, professional and caring while doing what must be a very difficult part of the job. Highly recommended.

I came in in the middle of the night/early morning today with my cat Pig for what his primary care doctor originally thought to be a mild case of gastritis/gastroenteritis. Something didn’t feel right after he was continuously vomiting, so after not being able to sleep, I knew I needed to get him somewhere quick. I’ve been in the animal health industry for a long time & have always heard great things about VEG, but they weren’t exactly close to us - and because the situation wasn’t too dire, I knew I wanted to get him here so he could be in the best possible hands. I am so beyond thankful I did because not only did we discover that he actually had a UTI, but the care he received at VEG Alpharetta was beyond anything I could’ve ever imagined. I am so very thankful for both the Saturday night shift & the Sunday day shift doctors & techs who took such wonderful care of my boy. A few years ago, Pig’s brother passed away from undiagnosed feline HCM, so any little thing wrong with my babies absolutely terrifies me. Because of VEG’s lightning-quick care, I was able to go home for the day and enjoy Mother’s Day with my mom while feeling at peace with knowing that Pig was getting the absolute best care. To everyone that I had the absolute pleasure of interacting with today, thank you so much. Thank you for helping Pig, of course, but thank you for also helping every single animal that comes through your doors. I know first hand that your job is not easy and it’s not for the weak, but all of you made it look so easy. You all are exemplary at what you do and I sincerely could not be more grateful. ❤️

this place is beyond amazing & im so incredibly thankful. my baby stink had a seizure & was non responsive, we came in & everyone was so quick to get her stabilized. every vet & nurse was so so kind, caring, empathetic, attentive, & knowledgeable. they took amazing care of my baby, & i was able to stay there with her all night. this was the best experience possible, i can’t recommend this place enough

The receptionist Fantasia I can't thank enough for her kindness and attention she gave as we said goodbye to our beloved dog MJ. The entire staff sprang into action as soon as we walked in the door. My dog was almost 16 years old and was fading. The entire staff handled us with compassion and empathy in what was a heartbreaking moment. It was if for that moment they became an extended part of our family and I will never forget that. Thank you VEG ER! Michael "MJ"Jackson 8/19/2010- 4/22/2026🌈🐶💛

We were transferred to VEG because our initial emergency room was on diversion. Not knowing what to expect, I was highly satisfied with every aspect of VEG. When we arrived they were expecting us and flew into admission and treatment. The quote I was given was 4,500 less than others I was given at the initial emergency room. I was shocked when they asked me and my son if we wanted a bed to stay the night with my dog. Usually Vet Emergency clinics take your dog and you don't see them until you pay and are discharged. The staff ran through my pups treatment plan and offered us snacks. The nurse talked with my son and showed him the other animals. When we decided to go home to sleep, they promised texts and phone calls. The next day I was welcomed in to sit with my baby. They took extra precaution not to discharge him until they felt he was ready. They did not rush his discharge to get rid of him... actually I'm almost certain they would have kept him another night because he was so loved. VEG changed my perspective of what Vet Emergency Hospitals could and should be. I will be bypassing my usual Emergency Clinic and coming straight to VEG next time. I can't say enough about the staff...especially the night staff!!!! e I cannot for the life of me remember the names of the staff. The first 1 was the night nurse who was in charge of the admitted animals... glasses, blond hair..super sweet. The second was the day vet tech...guy, so kind and I watched him kiss all of the babies like they were his own...smells like vanilla if that helps narrow it down. Also the doctors both night and day were pleasant and thorough with explaining his condition and plan for treatment!

This was not my first time at VEG, but it was my first time at the Federal Way location. It was an extremely busy Saturday when I pulled in with Mini, my 5 year old cat, who was having issues urinating. Our wait was very long, as Mini was still extremely lively and early into her urination issues (only having started having issues that day), so we were bottom of the priority list. The team had new, high priority/critical patients coming in almost every hour during my 9 hour stay, and still, one of the vet techs took the time to check in with me several times while waiting to be seen to make sure Mini and I were comfortable. The team were great and thanked me for my patience and understanding. I got to stay by Mini during her ultrasound, and Dr. Ana explained calmly everything she was seeing and what it meant. Mini was ultimately diagnosed with a UTI; i asked to specifically get liquid versions of Mini's antibiotics and pain meds, and Dr. Ana happily accommodated my request. I brought Mini back in today to check her bladder, as she had not needed to pee most of the day yesterday, and the vet in today checked her bladder and happily reported she was empty! My visit today, Monday at 3pm, took only 5 minutes, but the peace of mind was worth more than money could buy. I'm grateful for the compassion and kindness of the VEG team.

I cannot say enough good things about VEG ER for Pets. From the moment we walked in, the entire staff was patient, compassionate, and respectful, not only toward our cat but toward us as worried pet parents. Throughout our visit, team members consistently checked in on both people and pets, making what could have been a very stressful experience feel much more manageable. What impressed me most was watching the staff work together. The level of teamwork, communication, and cooperation was honestly astounding and unlike anything I’ve seen before in a veterinary setting. Everyone seemed genuinely invested in providing the best possible care. We were evaluated by several doctors, each of whom was thorough, knowledgeable, and willing to answer questions. Their collaborative approach gave me a great deal of confidence that the diagnosis was accurate and that nothing was being overlooked. I was also pleasantly surprised by the cost. Given the quality of care, attention to detail, advanced diagnostics, and expertise involved, I expected the visit to be significantly more expensive than it was. If any of my furry family members ever have an emergency in the future, VEG will absolutely be my first choice. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for exceptional emergency veterinary care.

I cannot recommend VEG Sandy enough! They deserve a 100/10 rating for the incredible care they provided. I had to bring my cat, Jack, here on a Saturday morning when he was extremely sick. He was suffering from a very high fever, severe abdominal pain, could not eat, and was completely lethargic. I was incredibly anxious and scared, but the moment we walked through the doors, everything changed. Their unique protocol is a complete game-changer. Unlike other emergency vets, VEG allows you to stay by your pet's side the entire time. The doctors, nurses, and the entire staff were exceptionally compassionate, professional, and sweet. They explained every single step and were completely transparent with the costs before doing anything, which gave me so much peace of mind. They managed to break Jack's fever, treat his stomach pain, and brought him back to life. I am sharing 5 pictures: the first 3 show how sick and weak he was that morning, and the last 2 are from today—completely healthy, happy, and full of energy! Thank you so much to the wonderful team at VEG Sandy for saving my baby and treating us with so much love. You are truly the best!

Both of our dogs had to go to the emergency vet yesterday, which was a bummer Fortunately, Mykayla and the team at Veg were so awesome and took such good care of Rad and Barker. When we got there Barker our 90 pound Great Pyrenees couldn’t walk. The team brought a stretcher to help us get her out of the truck and rolled her immediately into a room. With each step of her treatment, they were just so sweet and caring and cared for her as if she were their own pet. They took extra care to do as many x-ray pictures as it took to properly diagnose the problem with her knee. They were very detailed and covered her history and made sure that there were no complications related cancer that she had in the past. Mykayla and Joey had helped treat Rad earlier in the day and they made a point to ask how he was doing after he left. There were just so many special things they did to take special care of our dogs. Too many things to list, but we wouldn’t consider going anywhere else in the future and highly recommend the vets at Veg.

My Frenchie, Romeo, developed a sudden, severe ear infection overnight. While we were walking, he began screaming in pain and shaking his head uncontrollably. Being in Kingman, AZ, on a Saturday night with no vets open was heartbreaking and terrifying; I felt completely powerless watching him suffer through a night of whining and crying. As a truck driver, I was incredibly relieved to find this 24/7 hospital along my route in Henderson, NV, on Sunday morning. From the moment we arrived, the staff was incredible. Dr. Lorenza Malaguti is truly amazing, she is skilled, caring, and showed so much love towards Romeo. The nurses were equally attentive and clearly passionate about their patients. Unfortunately I forgot the name of the nurses helping Romeo. It is now Monday night, and Romeo is already back to his happy self running, jumping, and pain-free! He’s even back to doing what he loves most: destroying cardboard boxes! I am beyond grateful for the service here. I didn’t mind the wait at all; I saw other owners coming in with even more serious emergencies and was happy to wait while they were helped (that definitely tells you that the staff prioritizes emergencies correctly, which is a sign of a well-run hospital). They took amazing care of my baby, and that is what matters most. Also, a quick tip for other Frenchie owners: These dogs require specific care and the bills can add up fast. I’m so glad I have pet insurance and highly recommend it to others!

Truly amazing experience with this team. They were kind, empathetic, knowledgeable, and quick to address our emergency. All the things you need when dealing with an unexpected traumatic event with a pet. They were thorough and treated our pet as their own. I am blown away at the level of not only customer service, but caring VEG offered our family. Truly, thank you.

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.

Dr. Smith, Dr. Miletty, and all of the veterinary assistants were so kind, helpful, patient, and transparent with my husband and I and they were very sweet, caring, and gentle with our cat, Pipperton. We had few symptoms and not much information about what was wrong with him when we brought him in, but they were quick to assist him and they did not diminish our concerns. He had a mysterious issue, but the doctors continued to research his case and they were very communicative about what procedures they were doing, what they believed his medical condition was, and what next steps could be. If only medical professionals for people were just as wonderful as the staff at this veterinary ER! We are so grateful to everyone who helped Pipperton while he was there and made his stay comfortable and safe! Thank you so much!

My old dog was attacked. While on a leash a younger dog broke out of its backyard and went straight for my dog... My wife called ahead while I rushed Randy (my dog) to VEG. We were promptly greeted with an employee holding open the door for us. It was Saturday 04/19 and they had a lot of patience in their facility. Randy's initial care was given out in the lobby but I was grateful that he was given attention right away. As soon as space was available he was gurned in and stitched up. I'm so pleased and thankful for the professional and loving care my old dog Randy received, I can absolutely recommend Veterinary Emergency Group 👍 Randy is recovering nicely 😃

I am so grateful for the emergency pet clinic in Encinitas. I brought my cat in after he started throwing up repeatedly, and I was extremely worried. From the moment we arrived, the staff was compassionate, calm, and reassuring. They treated my cat with such care and took the time to explain everything clearly, which helped ease my anxiety during a very stressful situation. The veterinarian (Dr Campbell) & vet techs were thorough, kind, and never made me feel rushed. You can truly tell they care about both pets and their owners. I’m incredibly thankful for the quick attention and professionalism we received. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone who needs emergency care for their pet—you’ll be in excellent hands. The team did blood work, X-rays, ultrasound , fluid, etc. They were so efficient and thorough I included a photo of my kitty before going to the clinic (looking lethargic next to water bowl) and him immediately when we got home (so relieved).