24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Oceanside, California
Dr. Lyle Kotsch
Medical Director
VEG veterinary emergency hospital in Oceanside, CA is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing high-quality medical emergency care to pets in San Diego County. Located within minutes of Carlsbad, Escondido, San Diego, and San Marcos; you can find us on S. El Camino Real, between Via Las Rosas and Vista Way.
Expect a quality ER experience at VEG Oceanside animal hospital:
- Compassionate pet care by veterinary doctors, vet nurses, and staff
- Open floor plan hospital, so you can always be by your pet’s side
- Collaboration with your family vet
- Expert emergency, urgent care, and first aid for all pets, including avians and exotics
- Surgery suite with a large viewing window
- Blanket and pillow so you can stay with your pet if they’re hospitalized
Whether your dog is sporting a limp after a stroll through Guajome Regional Park or your cat is blocked from one too many hairballs, get expert animal emergency care when you need it most.
Call us or just walk in—no appointments taken. With a large lot and accessible spaces by the front door, parking at the VEG veterinary clinic is easy. If you think you’ll need a hand getting in, just call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door!
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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