24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Palm Desert, California
Dr. Michael Hyder
Medical Director
Dr. Michael Hyder joined VEG in 2020, starting at the White Plains, NY hospital before making the move to California in 2022 to join the VEG San Ramon team. He was eager to help bring VEG to the Palo Alto community and jumped at the opportunity to be part of its growth.
After a successful year, Dr. Hyder was selected to lead VEG Palm Desert, where he quickly developed a strong connection with the local community and everything the desert has to offer.
Outside of work, Dr. Hyder enjoys unwinding by playing video games, staying active with his husband, and spending time with their lively household: two dogs (River and Lee Pace), two cats (Jarvis and Niji), and a snake named Pandora.
VEG ER for Pets emergency veterinary hospital in Palm Desert, California is open 24 hours to provide the highest quality veterinary emergency care for pets.
Our VEG animal clinic in Riverside County is located on US Hwy 111, between San Pablo Ave and Lupine Ln – southeast of Palm Springs. We are within minutes of Cathedral City, Indio, and La Quinta.
WHERE TO PARK AT OUR PALM DESERT EMERGENCY VET CLINIC
Parking spaces are just outside our entrance. If you need a hand getting your pet inside, give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
EMERGENCY VET SERVING PALM DESERT, PALM SPRINGS, INDIO, AND SURROUNDING AREAS
Cat keeps vomiting? Dog seems dehydrated after a hike on the Homestead Trail? We’re skilled to handle emergencies for all kinds of pets, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals.
Our emergency vet hospital in Palm Desert, approx. 20 minutes from Palm Springs, and approx. one hour from Redlands and San Bernadino. We're always open and ready to treat illnesses and injuries like accidents, limping, diarrhea, and more. Ultrasounds, x-rays, testing, and surgeries are performed on site. If your pet requires hospitalization overnight, you can stay by their side or rest in our relaxation area.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VET CARE IN PALM DESERT
Our 24-hour emergency vet in Palm Desert includes:
- Isolation room for infectious illnesses like parvo or upper respiratory infections
- ICU oxygen cages for life support
- Ultrasound technology and radiology room
- Large surgical suite
- Quiet rooms, perfect cats, birds, and exotic animals
Veterinarians in our Palm Desert emergency vet clinic will collaborate with your family vet for a seamless care experience. Call us or walk in anytime. Our team offers skilled, compassionate vet services so you can feel confident that your pet is receiving the best care when emergency strikes.
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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