24-hour
emergency
vet hospital

I have never had a better emergency pet vet experience. This place is wonderful. Our Zeus is breathing quietly and calmly already this morning and I could not be more grateful! (Yes, of course he wanted to go home while there, but they fixed him all up!)

The team at VEG worked diligently for hours on our Golden Fitzgerald (Fitzy) after he had been attacked. My husband rushed our beloved boy in during the middle of the night while I was several plane rides away from home away at work. The team was transparent, open, and never sugarcoated anything (which I greatly appreciate) which made it very easy to know I needed to get back to Illinois. Fitzy spent 3 days as an inpatient with VEG. As a trauma/flight nurse of 20 years myself; I couldn’t have been more amazed at the work this team did. If you are in need of a highly skilled, experienced, talented, empathetic, well trained team that has unlimited resources at their fingertips for your pet… this is where you want them to be. I knew Fitz was in the best of hands. We couldn’t be more happy with all the care Fitz and our family received from VEG! We want to truly thank you, from the bottom of our hearts for saving our boy Fitzy. No words could express the gratitude we have for everything you did for him, I was blown away by all the services you were able to provide for him. I truly know had he been taken anywhere else: he wouldn’t be here today. I never knew what it felt like to say “thank you just isn’t enough” … We wish we could properly express our gratitude for your quick and lifesaving actions. Forever grateful, The Bossio Family

Went to VEG ER in Elk Grove, CA on Sunday 6/21/26. Let me start with they were absolutely wonderful! I have heard great things from friends in the vet field and I follow the VEG instagram as well. They definitely did not disappoint. My soul dog, Lilly, has kidney disease and heart disease and was fitting the symptoms for possible kidney failure. Nolan did our intake and was very kind and down to earth. Dr. Huntyr Mcmurty was Lilly’s doctor and she was compassionate, kind, caring, and listened very well. Dr. Mcmurty laid out what our options are and we agreed to proceed with blood work to check kidney values and go from there.after blood work supporting what I expected, extremely increased kidney values, Dr. Mcmurty explained our next options for hospital care or supportive care until humane euthanasia, of which we decided to do the latter since Lilly is 15.5yrs old. Overall the experience, as hard as it is to be with your sick fur baby, was very pleasant because of the wonderful care team and staff. I regret that I didn’t catch everyone’s name that helped Lilly, but each person was exceptional. All this to say it was very busy, a bit short staffed, and yet they still managed to remain calm, triage very well, and provide excellent care. If anyone needs an emergency vet I will always recommend VEG. Oh and those curious of pricing: with a sick and elderly dog I already expect to pay at least $500, and with ER vets I thought it would be significantly more, but was under $600 for an exam, blood work, medication, and subcutaneous fluids. So in my opinion very reasonable and well priced. Thank you VEG for all you do. Vets, vet techs, nurses, assistants, you are all amazing and no amount of praise can describe my gratitude towards you all. Thank you ❤️

When we had to say goodbye to our dog, Latte, this clinic made one of the hardest days of our lives as gentle as it could possibly be. She suffered from end stage lymphoma, and we looked into several veterinary clinics beforehand, and this one stood out for its reasonable pricing. But more than that, from the moment we walked in, the staff guided us straight to a private room with no waiting in a busy lobby, and gave us all the time we needed to grieve and to let Latte go at our own pace. Every step of the process was explained clearly, and we could feel how much they truly cared about us and our dog throughout. We had arranged to take Latte home afterward for a private cremation, and the way they prepared her for us was beyond anything we expected. She was placed in a paper coffin with flowers, and when we asked, they even clipped some of her fur and placed it in a small glass bottle to include with her. It was so thoughtful and so full of heart. Latte deserved the most loving farewell, and that's exactly what she received here. Every staff member was compassionate and kind. We are so grateful we chose this clinic, and we're so glad Latte's last moments were held with such care. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts💖

My two doggies got into some human medication and we needed to have them looked at asap. After speaking with ASPCA poison control, we took them over to VEG on Ralph Avenue. We were greeted by friendly staff when we came in . This was very consoling for me. After weigh in they took us into a room . I gave all the pertinent information I'd written down with the poison control number. This helped with check in process. We were there for a few hours. Dr Anderson went over a couple of options and she gave honest opinion of which course of action to take. We went with that route. It's the next day and my two doggies are 100% their normal self and getting into things.

I brought my kitten in last night and was seen by Dr. Weymouth and Nurse Mahala. I can't thank them enough for the care and attention they gave us. They were incredibly informative, took the time to explain everything thoroughly, and were so patient with all of my questions. They even stayed overtime to make sure everything was properly taken care of before we left, which really meant a lot to me. What I appreciated most was their honesty and professionalism. I never felt rushed or dismissed, and I could tell they genuinely cared about my kitten's well-being. I left feeling confident that she got the care she needed. Thank you, Dr. Weymouth and Mahala. I'm grateful to have a 24/7 vet I can trust with my pet.

Most definitely, THE BEST, place around if you're needing emergency care or just basic care for your pets, the staff that worked the night of our girls emergency were AMAZING, i sadly only remember one of their names (Julie Bulford) i think that's how you spell the last name. They never took our girl out of our site, they let us be involved in helping with her (optional) They never did any testing, treatments, medications, etc without asking first and also going over everything previously and making sure the price was okay with us before jumping the gun. I've never been to a vet with so much respect and compassion for our pets, i will continue to be a loyal customer to this place and also owing them our lives for saving our chihuahua (M.GiRl) Thank you guys SO MUCH all of you we're IMMACULATE

My friend frantically called me after finding one of her beloved cats ate a pill dropped by an elderly companion. We rushed to VEG in Nanuet and were blown away by their swift care and extreme attention to her cats health. The staff completed rapid triage, were very compassionate as we were so upset, there was full transparency on care costs and detailed aftercare instructions. All turned out fine, thankfully. We are beyond grateful for the immediate care and attention we received. Please do not hesitate to visit VEG Nanuet if your pet needs emergency care.

I brought my French Mastiff Enzo in the other night. He had a seizure out of the blue in the middle of the night. They ran tests and sent us home with to monitor him and to come back if he gets worse while we wait for his bloodwork. Well later that afternoon he seized again and we watched him. Well went back later in the evening as he got really bad and Dr McGhee was there. Our mastiff was 10 1/2 and had lived past his life expectancy by a few years. The staff and Dr McGhee were amazing. Enzo was an amazing dog and they showed him dignity and kindness. Our whole family was there as we knew this was going to be the end. I believe Enzo held on for all of us to be there. I told Dr McGhee how I always pictured knowing it was going to be time to put him down and I had a whole day planned of Enzo getting all his fave treats and just being spoiled. The Dr and Techs went and made a plate from stuff in their lunches. That meant the world to me. Unfortunately Enzo had stopped eating and didn’t get to enjoy it, if he could though the plate would have been licked clean, but just the gesture of their kindness in a time that was so hard for all of us. I can’t put into words how amazing that moment felt to me. I can’t even put into words what Enzo meant to my family. His loss is felt to a degree that is unfathomable. He was literally not just a dog and he was never treated like a dog. He was family. The vet and techs treated him just like that, not like another sick animal but like a family member who just couldn’t fight anymore. Enzo made sure we were all there and just like he did for us everyday, we all made sure we were there for him. I cannot thank them enough for the kindness they showed to our old man who was the greatest gift we ever had. Thank you Dr McGhee and staff for supporting us and helping us with a process of life that is the worst part. The sacrifice of time and your lunches was a great tribute to a great dog! I included pictures of his smile and his fave past time of sleeping.

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.

My pet cat was quite ill. We were seen quickly and all the staff members were wonderful. They seemed to be working together well. We were seen quickly, my cat was assessed and treated quickly and appropriately. We were able to go home in a couple hours with a diagnosis and treatment that worked well. My cat was less than impressed with the temperature taking and suprapubic urine draw. My husband and I, human health care providers, were very pleased with the care. I let him sit on the deck with supervision the next day. We were surprised by the open concept treatment area. We saw so many sweet animals and we were praying for all of them. If we ever need ER vet care again, we are driving straight to VEG.

I have often found the other emergency vets in the area have staff too undertrained and not equipped to deal with actual procedures. When my cat accidentally swallowed a six inch piece of string at 12:30am Saturday, I debated about calling any of them for an hour. Then I remembered there was a new one I saw on Dorset Street. It was a very long night and they had to try a couple methods, but they were all so calm and pleasant and prepared to actually treat the problem there. Surgery was not necessary but they were ready if it came to that. None of the ‘sorry we can’t do that here you’ll need to wait to see your regular vet in two days’ I’ve gotten from the other places. I was so emotional and drained and dreading the wait for her procedure, but the rooms are equipped with futons! They even have pillows and blankets! I was able to relax and just focus on keeping my cat comfortable. This is a place that understands how exhausting the stress can be and how many people will spend the night unwilling to leave their pets. Their facilities are clean and everything is thought of; I was too upset to eat but I did see they had a variety of snacks and amenities. I’m so glad I made the call and gave VEG a chance. My cat was back to herself and string-free when I got her home. The cost is high but that is simply the nature of an emergency vet and was expected. Luckily we have pet insurance to cover some and they take CareCredit. Really glad VEG is in the area now.

We had to take our dog, Gary, in for a minor injury (torn claw that had to be removed) and I was super impressed from the moment we walked in. No questions asked, because it was obvious what the injury was, we were taken straight into triage, seen straight away by the nurse and then again by doctor 10mins later. She explained the whole process of what she recommended (sedation, removal, follow-up care, antibiotics and painkillers) while also asking if we understood and if we had any concerns. What I especially loved about this place was the open and transparent environment of the facility. It felt like being in a human ER. We were practically in the middle of all situations and treatments and we were so close to Gary all the time. Often, at other places, you send your pet off to a backroom and you have no idea what’s going on. VEG ER is not like that. You’re literally sat with your pet through the entire experience. What’s also great is because you’re allowed behind the curtain, you get to see what else is going on. Behind us was a couple who had a cat with lots of complications and they had to make some pretty upsetting decisions. The vets were extremely kind, empathetic and patient with them. Which took a lot of time and time away from our dog being treated. BUT… because we were in the same room, we could see what was happening and were able to empathize with this family. We had a full visit time of 4.5hrs, which would usually annoy me, but because I was able to see everything going on, I truly understood why it took so long. I’m so impressed with this place that I wish they had a regular vet offer rather than just ER. I hope I never have to return, but solely down to obviously not wanting my dog to need it. If we ever need an emergency vet visit again, this is where I’d return. Recommend to all for any emergencies.

The team at VEG took such fantastic care of our pitsky, Adele, when we had to rush her to emergency care twice over the span of a week for pale gums and bloody vomit. It was a scary time for us, but throughout Adele's overnight stay (where we got to stay right with her in a private room), we were reassured she was in expert hands with folks who were providing exceptional care as they diagnoses her with ulcers and gastritis. We received regular updates, thorough explanations of invoices & estimates, and streamlined communications. On our second visit, when we learned Adele needed more intensive care, the team quickly got us connected to MedVet so she could have a blood transfusion. I'm sorry I don't remember everyone's name who supported us, but Michael, Rowan, Chrissy, Kiandra (sp? ultrasound tech! and the tech in training!), Dr. Kruzova, Dr. Gulson, Dr. Billand, and the other doctors, nurses, and staff who supported overnight Monday 6/29 - Tuesday 6/30, as well as 7/5, all took such great care of Adele (and her moms!). The team was also super helpful with my follow up calls and questions. We cannot thank you enough for all have done for our sweet girl.

It’s hard for me to put into words how amazing the staff get at VEG was. It was the middle of the night and we knew our beloved dog wasn’t going to make it through the night like we hoped. We were waiting until Monday to take her to her vet in hope they could magically heal her. When we had to make the extremely tough decision to help her go peacefully the vet and the nurses were through with the procedure and everything it involved. They even let our baby say goodbye to her by playing with her one last time. I will be forever thankful for them. They hugged me and insured me I was doing the right thing for our precious fur baby. In such a hard situation they made it so easy and heartfelt. Thank you truly from the bottom of my heart for taking such good care of one of our children. I will recommend this clinic to anyone who is needing emergency care for their sweet fur babies. The room they have for families having to make the extremely difficult decision was warm and inviting. It wasn’t scary, it wasn’t gross, it was good. It’s in the back so you don’t have all the noise of the lobby or the operating rooms.

We walked in and were assigned a room to get assessed right away. The intake desk and nurses did a check up on our pet bunny who had an upset stomach. The doctor nurses and staff were attentive to Louie, and explained every bit of the process with us. We were there for a few hours, but that's what to expect from any ER. They had water and some snack for us while we waited for his X-rays and diagnostics to come back. We are grateful for the attentiveness of the doctor and her entire staff for our bunny's recover from his belly. I can't thank you enough for his care. If you have a pet .. this is the ER to go to.

All the doctors & techs that took care of Harper Jo were Fantastic!!! They took such good care of her & of us. We were seen right as soon as we walked in & they really cared about her!! We can’t say enough GREAT things about this place & all the people that took such great care of our baby girl!!! Thank you so much!! We love you all….

I cannot thank the team at VEG Schaumburg enough for the incredible care they gave my dog Remy. From the moment we arrived everyone was so kind and welcoming. They treated both my dog and I with genuine care. After Remy’s surgery they allowed me to stay overnight with her so I could be by her side. They are open 24 hours, which is very convenient. The room set up for family’s including a sofa bed is very considerate. My Son was able to visit w us as well. I wish I remembered all of the team members names who constantly checked on us and answered all of our questions and made sure Remy was comfortable and safe. Dr. Chernock is genuinely compassionate. He had a lot of patience for me at such a stressful time. Dr. Carney performed surgery, she is a Rock 💫 Star. Dr. Chernock and Dr. Carney complement each other very well. Dr. Carson the anesthesiologist is hands down the best, effortlessly winsome. Shout out to Alexis, Shannon, Christel, and the rest of the amazing staff. I am beyond grateful. They went above and beyond. Thank you.

My dog needed emergency care and VEG ER for Pets was a godsend. The staff were all compassionate and professional. The facility was clean and in great condition. All the fears and questions I had regarding my pet were answered with great compassion. I never once felt like just another customer and really felt that the staff loved my pet just as much as I do. I hope we never have another emergency but know I can count on VEG ER for Pets to provide valuable care. THANK YOU so much to the professionals at VEG ER for Pets, you were there in our time of need. Love Bailey and his dog dad Frank!

After two days of hospitalization at his primary vet, my dog was transferred to VEG for weekend/overnight hospitalization. Him and I spent 42 hours in "Hotel VEG". While this was truly a terrifying and emotional situation, VEG made our experience comfortable, peaceful and even pleasant (under the circumstances). He had four total doctors during his long stay and they were all great. However, he was under Dr. Benjamin Rogers' care the majority of the time and Dr. Rogers was truly wonderful! He handled all of my emotions/concerns/questions in such a gentle and caring way, while still being honest about the severity of the situation. Each of the nurses he had were also very caring and attentive to both him and myself. Sadly, I do not recall the name of one nurse in particular (hopefully VEG can look him up in the records to ensure he is aware of this review), but he was so caring and loving towards my dog. My dog was unable to stand/walk upon arrival at VEG, and this particular nurse and I were outside at 2 AM when he was finally able to walk and the nurse was literally cheering his milestones, encouraging him to walk every single step and just about as excited as I was to see his progress. I felt like my dog and I were both cared about during our entire stay. While I hope that I never need VEG’s services again, I would not hesitate to return, if necessary. I truly believe that set up that allows you to stay with your pet the entire time was very healing for my dog and allowed him to focus on getting better, without the stress of wondering why he was alone in cage during such a scary time for him. I called several hours before the transfer so that they knew he was coming and was provided an electronic intake form so that they had all of his information beforehand. I called again a few minutes before my arrival and was met in the parking lot with a gurney to get him inside. A doctor immediately began examining him and taking his extensive history from me. We were quickly set up in a private room with a bed for him and I to share. We were consistently checked on throughout his treatment and I was always told what they were doing and why they were doing every single thing they did for him.