24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Palo Alto, California
Dr. Michael Hyder
Medical Director
Dr. Michael Hyder joined VEG in 2020 working at the White Plains, NY hospital before coming out to beautiful California in 2022 to join the VEG San Ramon team. He fell in love with the Bay Area and excitedly jumped at the chance to bring VEG to the Palo Alto community. Dr. Hyder says that his mental reprieve moments are filled with spending time playing video games & exercising with his husband, and hanging out with his two dogs (River and Lee Pace), two cats (Jarvis and Niji), and his snake (Pandora).
VEG animal hospital in Palo Alto, California is open 24/7, providing the highest quality of veterinary emergency care and urgent care for animals across Santa Clara County. Call us for emergency health advice or walk in anytime; no appointments taken.
Located within minutes of Los Altos, Menlo Park, Stanford, and Mountain View; you can find our veterinary clinic at the intersection of El Camino Real and Ventura Avenue.
Discover an elevated ER experience at VEG in Palo Alto:
- An emergency hospital with the latest tools and technology to perform surgery, ultrasounds and more
- Compassionate, high-quality care from a 24-hour vet team that always ready for the unexpected
- Open floor plan hospital, so you never have to leave your pet’s side
- Collaboration with your family GP veterinarian
- Animal care for all pets; even feathered friends and exotics
- An unparalleled customer experience with transparent communication
- Wifi, snacks, beverages, and a blanket should you choose to stay overnight if your pet is hospitalized
Whether your dog seems lethargic after a long walk in Byxbee Park or your rabbit stopped eating, don’t wait to come in. For issues big or small, our pet emergency care team and vet doctors and vet nurses are here around the clock to provide expert animal emergency care.
Parking information:
Parking is convenient, with accessible parking near the front entrance. Need a hand getting your pet inside? Call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front!
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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