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Update: More than a week later, he is still doing amazing! He’s back to parkoring with his siblings at 3 am, yelling at us so he can go sunbathe and eating like a horse. THANK YOU AGAIN!! 😭 I cannot put into words how grateful I am for VEG Alpharetta. Last week, our cat Guy Diamond, who is only 2 years old and whom we’ve had since he was about a week old, became extremely sick. What we thought was a stomach issue quickly turned into every pet parent’s worst nightmare. After bloodwork at our regular vet showed he was critical, we were rushed to VEG because they were the only nearby hospital with the medications and level of care he needed. The moment we walked through the doors, they already knew who Guy was. They immediately took him back and started working on him while keeping us informed every step of the way. Within hours, we learned that he had developed a severe kidney infection that had progressed into sepsis. His blood pressure was around 40/20, his kidneys were reaching their limit, and he had virtually no white blood cells. We were told his chances of survival were very low. I was an absolute emotional wreck. What stood out to me wasn’t just the medical care—it was the compassion. The doctor sat on the floor with my 5-year-old daughter and me and walked us through every option with so much patience, honesty, and empathy. They never pressured us. They simply helped us understand what Guy was facing and supported us through impossible decisions. When they told us that euthanasia would be a completely understandable choice given how sick he was, I looked at my daughter and knew I wasn’t ready to give up on him. This cat is her best friend. He’s family. So I gave them my budget and asked them to do everything they could to save him. The team at VEG did something I’ll never forget. They made my daughter and me a bed so we could stay overnight with him. If you ever have the opportunity to stay with your pet during a hospitalization, do it. Throughout that night, I watched these doctors and nurses pour their hearts into every animal that came through those doors. I saw heartbreak. I saw families saying goodbye. I saw pets fighting for their lives. And I saw a veterinary team that never stopped caring, no matter how exhausted they were. It completely changed my perspective on veterinary medicine and why emergency care costs what it does. They do so much more than people realize. I stayed awake with Guy until almost 5 a.m., praying harder than I think I’ve ever prayed in my life. Then the miracle started happening. His blood pressure began improving. His fever started coming down. And then we got the news that made me completely lose it, he was finally making white blood cells again 😭 They even showed them to us on the screen. I cried like a baby. After seeing so many heartbreaking cases come through that hospital, I wanted them to have a win. I wanted my daughter to keep her best buddy. I wanted our little boy to beat the odds. And somehow, he did. He wasn’t out of the woods yet. There was still edema around both kidneys, and we still had a lot to worry about. But every update got a little better. Every hour he fought harder. Less than 24 hours after we were told his chances of survival were slim, Guy came home. Today, just a few days later, he’s eating, drinking, using the litter box, demanding attention, and acting like the same goofy cat we’ve always known. Watching him curled up on the couch again feels like a gift I wasn’t sure we’d get. To every doctor, nurse, technician, and staff member at VEG Alpharetta: thank you. Thank you for treating Guy like he mattered. Thank you for treating us like family. Thank you for your honesty, your compassion, your skill, and your willingness to fight for him when things looked hopeless. Because of you, my kids still has their best friend. And because of you, we still have our Guy Diamond.❤️

Brought in my sweet girl Betty early in the morning with some tummy issues and hypersalivation. The entire team was super kind (even when things got messy!). The layout of the office is open, so it takes away that anxiety and stress of waiting for the unknown. She ended up staying overnight and with their open door policy, I was able to drop by and check in as they continued to monitor her. Highly recommend VEG ER for those moments when your fur baby is in need.

My 5 year old toy sized Blue Merle Australian Shepherd dog, Puzzle was rushed into VEG ER Winter Park after our Crystal Creek Animal Hospital vet suddenly advised her kidneys were failing and could die if she didn’t have immediate care and IV fluids for at least a few days. I called VEG from the vet’s office and immediately got a 10 minute consultation and estimate based on what we knew so far. They sent me a link to check in and have paperwork sent over from the vet asap so it was ready upon arrival. We were treated with kindness, patience and top care the moment we stepped through the doors. We wanted to be hands on with our dog and was given a personal room, complete transparency, thorough explanations and sympathetic consideration throughout our stay over 3 nights in the ER. They even went out of their way to make sure we had some food/water/hygiene products throughout that time. Later, the provided at home supplies, Puzzle’s food and phone/in person follow ups to ensure her continued health after being discharged. We eventually exhausted all resources there until we were finally referred to specialists in south FL (since the ones in central FL were unavailable for her immediate care needs). We will definitely recommend this ER to anyone who wants hands on care like we did. Puzzle is doing better after seeing the specialist and finding out the cause of her Acute Kidney Injury was from Chicken Jerky from Sam’s Club. I now warn owners to be more wary of single ingredient treats- even if listed made in the USA like ours was. So, we just wanted to give a shoutout to all the people who helped with our dog’s case during our stay :) Dr's : Wachman Oudin Bergeron Pulido Slaughter Lawrence Schimschock Nurses: Ashley R. Gabrielle M. Ellen M. Sophia D. Paola C. Kim B. Sarah E. Brenda G. Chase H. Jhanna R. CEC: Bryanna Kaytlyn Marisa Thank you all for everything you did for us and our fur baby! Although we certainly don’t hope to have to return under these circumstances again, we definitely will choose here over anywhere else.

VEG ER was amazing in helping me when I brought in 5 two day old kittens, one of which needed surgery—an amputation. Dr. Sullivan, Theresa, and Trey were the dream team, expertly navigating this surgery on such a tiny, two day old kitten body. We’re calling him Hercules, and he and his sibling are thriving because of their quick, quality care! Thank you so much 🙏

When my golden retriever had an eye emergency, I chose this ER simply based on location and a quick glance at the reviews. From the moment we walked in until the time we left, I was incredibly impressed with the care we received. The entire staff was so gentle and compassionate with my dog, and I was especially impressed by how thorough the exam was. Dr. Kimberlyn W. took the time to clearly explain which tests she recommended and why, and I appreciated being given pricing information before anything was done. At no point did I feel pressured into additional testing or treatment. Ariela and Shannon were also absolutely amazing throughout my dog’s care. Honestly, the best way to describe this place is something one of the assistants said: it’s like “The Avengers” of veterinary medicine. The best of the best all came together to work here. The diagnosis and treatment plan were explained very thoroughly, which I truly valued, and I was sent home with printed information to refer back to as well. During the wait for bloodwork results, someone even came in with a basket of snacks and offered me something to eat or drink…such a thoughtful touch during a stressful situation. I would recommend this place 100%.

My experience with all doctors and nurses was 10/10. The way they care and love for their patients shows and I appreciate all they did for me but especially for saving my sweet girl. All staff is attentive and hands on. I hope to never be back in the ER but know that if you do go you’ll babies will be in the best hands. Thank you so much to all that took care of my family and I!

Fantastic care and great service. My dog had a foreign object in her and was transferred to VEG at the recommendation of my urgent care vet. After a consult with VEG, they provided different treatment paths and were considerate of my budget. The entire team was fantastic, intelligent, and caring. During my dog's recovery, we had to return once more, and again the whole crew was fantastic, providing tiered/escalating treatment plans based on her response(s) during recovery.

VEG ER for Pets is absolutely amazing. The care and service that we received exceeded our expectations. Upon our arrival we were immediately greeted by the front desk staff and given an area to wait. Our pet was immediately triaged by a clinical staff member and Dr. Travers came over quickly to further assess Sebastian. We were kept updated throughout the entire process, and any questions or suggestions we had were heard and answered. During our stay we had multiple exceptional doctors. We cannot thank Dr. Travers , Dr. Darrow, Dr. Hart and Dr. Williams enough for the care they provided our precious pup! Every doctor in the practice was kind and available even if they were not assigned to our case. The nurses Cheyenne and Ashley went above and beyond during our entire stay and made the experience more manageable and a lot less scary. John at the front desk constantly checked on us to ask if there was anything we needed to help us be more comfortable. Everyone was exceptional from start to finish and I cannot say enough about the care we received. They even let us bring a toy from home for him while he stayed. We are truly grateful to everyone there! If we are ever in need of emergency veterinary care in the future VEG ER will be our destination.

I cannot say enough amazing things about the team at VEG in Larkspur. At 3am, after calling multiple emergency vets throughout San Francisco and the greater Bay Area and being told there were no surgeons available, VEG stepped in and saved my dog’s life. Finn was in an extremely scary situation, and from the second we walked through the doors, the entire team treated him like their own. Dr. Donner and her surgical team were incredible — calm, confident, compassionate, and transparent through every step of an emergency surgery. After surgery, Dr. Walker and her team provided outstanding post-op care and monitoring. They kept me constantly updated, answered every question with patience and empathy, and made one of the most stressful nights of my life feel manageable. You can truly tell that every single person there deeply cares about both the animals and the families attached to them. Thank you, Dr. Donner, Dr. Walker, and the entire VEG staff for everything you did for Finn. We will never forget it.

Everyone from Anneque at the front , the technician ( whose name I did not catch) and Dr Bailey were so lovely. Also, the Dr that I spoke with the following day was so thoughtful, helpful, and a pleasure to speak with. While my puppy was stable, there were multiple bigger emergencies being attended to. The care the patients, and the owners were receiving was all done with expertise and kindness. Bari and I say thank you so very much !

I had one of the scariest nights of my life when I came home and found my dog, Rocky, with a large open gash on his chest. I was panicked and didn’t know what to do, but from the moment I walked into VEG ER for Pets, the staff took over with such calmness, compassion, and professionalism. Dr. Michala Frederic was absolutely amazing. She was kind, reassuring, and took the time to explain everything clearly while moving quickly to care for Rocky. The entire team made such a terrifying situation feel manageable, and I truly felt like my dog was in the best hands. You can tell they genuinely care—not just about the animals, but about the families who love them. Thanks to Dr. Frederic and her team, Rocky is doing so much better, and I am beyond grateful. They truly saved my sweet baby boy. I will never forget how they treated us that night. Highly recommend VEG ER for Pets to anyone who wants their pets in loving, capable hands.

We had as good as possible experience with all of the staff at VEG ER H St over our cat’s several day stay with them. They were attentive and caring toward us and our cat even when the clinic was busy and they allowed us to visit at any time. They provided soft bedding in his space and also allowed us to bring clothes and blankets from home to keep him more comfortable. They were able to stabilize him and get him back home to us with instructions for his care and a certificate for his bravery. Very sweet staff!! 🖤

VEG ER for Pets is absolutely amazing! My fur baby Mello accidentally ate a dangerous amount of chocolate. I was so scared for him, but thanks to the quick action of the staff at VEG ER Short Hills, NJ, Mello's life was saved. I am beyond grateful for Dr. Troy Cabral and the entire team. They are truly angels! Thank you to everyone at VEG ER for Pets Short Hills, NJ for taking such good care of Mello. The environment is professional yet relaxed, and my Mello is back to his happy self thanks to them!

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

I brought my dog into the ER and was fortunate to meet Dr. Roberts, who compassionately guided us through a difficult time. She examined my dog and inquired about her condition, showcasing extraordinary care and empathy. Dr. Roberts exceptional kindness and dedication surpassed any veterinarian I've encountered. Erin, Dr. Roberts assistant was equally impressive, offering kindness and support. Together, they made a heart-wrenching decision more manageable with their compassion. Though I had to bid farewell to my beloved pet, their kindness eased the process, helping me find solace in a difficult moment. She was born with the heart, knowing she will capture everyone's heart she met.

They are amazing. Make her feel so welcome to provide blankets and towels and food and IVs that can be moved so she can sit by the window and in the private room we can visit her 24 seven the staff and the doctors are so welcoming and kind and accommodate for any needs, and they make her feel safe and provide private rooms with multiple things that you can use to feed help sleep and pee in.

A sincere thank you to Dr. Diana, Amanda, Jenna, and the entire team at VEG Cambridge for the incredible care and compassion shown to my dog during our visit. From the initial assessment to the X-rays and blood work, everyone was so kind, attentive, and supportive throughout the process. Dr. Diana took the time to thoroughly explain the examination findings with such insight and care, which truly helped bring comfort during a stressful moment. We are deeply grateful for the professionalism, empathy, and dedication your team brings every day. Thank you again for taking such wonderful care of my dog Gomdori! Bravo team 💯 PS Dori says Thank You! (picture attached 🥰)

They made one of the hardest moments of our lives feel a little more bearable for our sweet Rosie. From the moment we arrived, they saw her immediately and gently helped us understand that she wasn’t in a good place. We had a feeling something was wrong, but hearing it confirmed was surreal and incredibly difficult. The staff walked us through every option with patience and kindness, giving us the space and clarity we needed to make the heartbreaking decision to let her go. The care and compassion they showed our family was truly a gift. They treated Rosie with such tenderness and dignity, and they made her final hours as peaceful and special as they could be. We will always be grateful for the empathy, support, and respect they gave us during such an emotional time.

Saving grace! This facility and the angels 😇 working there are hands down the best. The open environment where you are with your pet and around the staff the entire time is perfect and eases stress. Dr.Rushing is great but seriously the entire team is top notch! I can't believe they have so many people under 1 roof that are so compassionate, patient, knowledgeable, empathetic, loving, calm, full of heart, hard working, personable, humorous, driven, and all the other stuff that makes you love a group of humans after 1 visit. Thank you all so much for taking care of us and our beautiful girl Aurora last night. I hope I don't ever need to but I'd drive 2 hours to see you again if needed. One last thing..... I want to apologize for Aurora's dirty looks and especially to the doctor that got completely shut down and rejected for trying to read her a Harry Potter book. Lol she really prefers you sing her made up songs about how much you love her and how beautiful she is. Lol A big thank you from Princess Aurora and her servants

Nicole, Happy, and Dr Rovan are all so exceptional and the care they provided to my dog and me was far superior to any care we have ever received before. They are grounded and supportive, and their advice was logical and professional. Their calm and friendly demeanor set me at ease immediately! I am so very grateful to these providers for their welcoming smiles and their knowledge that guided me clearly throughout the visit. God bless, friends!! Thank you!!