24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Pleasant Hill, California
Dr. Jason Dombrosky
Medical Director
Western University of Health Sciences; California Veterinary Specialists rotating internship
During his internship, Dr. Dombrosky discovered his love for emergency medicine. With years of emergency experience in specialty hospitals, he accepted the opportunity to open his own practice for VEG in 2021. Dr. Dombrosky is proud to celebrate each anniversary of “helping people and their pets when they need it most” at VEG! Dr. Dombrosky lives in California with his wife (an equine veterinarian), three wonderful kids, and in true vet med fashion, a number of animals. Says Dr. Dombrosky, “Our days are definitely busy and revolve around pick ups, drop offs, and feeding kids and critters!”
Our 24/7 veterinary hospital in Pleasant Hill, California is open every day, even on holidays. We deliver the highest quality of animal emergency care and urgent care for all of Contra Costa County.
Parking for our Pleasant Hill emergency vet hospital
Located within minutes of Concord, Oakland, Vallejo, and Walnut Creek; you can access VEG animal clinic from Contra Costa Blvd., Cottonwood Dr., and Golf Club Rd.
Accessible parking available right outside our door. Overflow parking is available around the back of our building. If you think you’ll need help getting your pet inside, just call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
Emergency vet care in Pleasant Hill, California—always open
Come to VEG veterinary emergency hospital and expect:
- A skilled team of veterinary doctors, nurses and assistants
- An open floor plan hospital, so you can stay with your pet the whole time
- An elevated customer experience with transparent communication between doctors and patients
- Collaboration with your family GP veterinarian
- Compassionate animal care for all pets; even birds and exotic pets
- A surgery suite with a large viewing window
- Wifi, snacks, and blanket should you choose to stay overnight if your pet is hospitalized
24-hour emergency vets serving all pets in Contra Costa County
Whether your cat is in need of a complex surgery or your dog’s limping after an exciting time at Paso Nogal Dog Park, our vets are ready around the clock to offer you the highest quality of pet emergency care.
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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