24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Larkspur, California
Dr. Monica Figueroa
Medical Director
University of California, Davis
Dr. Figueroa grew up in Southern California. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from UC Davis. She went on to complete a small animal rotating internship at VCA Encina in Walnut Creek. She then joined the team as a senior emergency doctor for four years. Her favorite part about working at VEG is the ability to help any pet that fits through the door. She has a special interest in transfusion medicine, immune-mediated disease, surgery, and leadership. Outside of work, Monica enjoys spending time with her husband, her two daughters, and their two dogs.
VEG animal hospital in Larkspur, California is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week when you’re in need of pet emergency care. Whether your guinea pig’s stopped eating or your pup’s returned with an unexpected limp from one of our beautiful trails, VEG veterinary clinic is prepared to treat any animal emergency – we provide urgent vet care for exotic animals too. Call us for expert pet health advice or just walk in anytime; no appointments taken.
Here’s what you can expect at your Marin County veterinary emergency hospital:
- Highest quality of veterinary emergency care
- Compassionate care at every step
- Open floor plan hospital, so you never have to leave your pet’s side
- Collaboration with your family vet
- Surgery suites with a large viewing window, should your pet need an operation
- Overnight accommodations for hospitalization cases
- Accessible parking near the entrance
Just minutes from Petaluma, San Francisco, San Rafael, and Sausalito, VEG Larkspur animal urgent care hospital is conveniently located on Redwood Highway, accessible from US 101, San Clemente Drive, and Tamalpais Drive.
Need help getting your pet inside? Give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front to help you and your pet.
Why Choose VEG ER for Pets
customer-focused veterinary emergency care
call us 24/7
Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to get your medical questions answered.
see a vet now
No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
stay together
No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
stress less
At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
Emergency Care
Exotic Pet Care
Pet Urgent Care
End-of-life Care
Vet Surgery
Endoscopy
Pet Ultrasound
and X-rays
Diagnostics
and Testing
Treatment and
Hospitalizations
open now for:
Emergency vet care, always open and ready
Learn more about VEG's 24/7 emergency vet care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the services at VEG ER for Pets
IS VEG OPEN 24 HOURS?
Yes, all VEG locations are open all the time – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – even on holidays and weekends to care for pet emergencies.
DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT?
At VEG, we don’t take appointments, because we deal with emergencies. When the unexpected happens, call us or walk in to your nearest VEG location 24/7 for immediate care.
HOW DO I KNOW IF IT’S AN EMERGENCY?
Never self-diagnose your pet. Sometimes you just can’t tell if your pet is having a true emergency. But VEG can. Call your local VEG anytime and a veterinarian will answer your medical questions and determine if you should come in.
CAN I GO TO VEG FOR URGENT CARE?
Yes, VEG offers Pet Urgent Care for injuries and illnesses such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation! Visit your local VEG and we’ll triage urgent care for your pet immediately. Learn more about the medical services we offer.
WHERE CAN I TAKE MY PET BIRD OR EXOTIC PET IN AN EMERGENCY?
VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.
DO I HAVE TO CALL BEFORE COMING IN?
Though you can just walk into any of our 24 hour hospitals, we recommend calling first so we’re familiar with the situation when you come in.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT VEG?
When you take your pet to VEG, you’ll be seen by a veterinarian right away, even before filling out paperwork. We’ll even meet you at your car if you need help bringing in your pet. No waiting in the lobby; you stay with your pet the entire time, even if surgery is involved. And yes, we’re pet lovers, but we’re people-friendly too! We’ll openly discuss diagnosis and treatment options. And we always make sure the pet patient and pet parent are as comfortable as possible.
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