24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Santa Clarita, California
Dr. Jonathan Yashari
Medical Director
The George Washington University; Cornell University; Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Born and raised in Santa Monica, Dr. Yashari focused on public health and fell in love with emergency and critical care while in vet school. Fave thing about VEG: playing an integral part within the community and always finding a way to say yes!
Our VEG veterinary clinic in Santa Clarita, CA is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offering the highest quality animal emergency and urgent care to Los Angeles County. Located within minutes of San Fernando, Valencia and southeast of Castaic; you can find VEG animal hospital on The Old Road, off Stevenson Ranch Parkway, behind Rt. 5.
PARKING INFORMATION FOR OUR SANTA CLARITA ANIMAL HOSPITAL
Enter our parking lot off of The Old Road. There's a large lot outside the front of our Santa Clarita animal urgent care clinic, with additional parking along the side of the 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!
24-HOUR SANTA CLARITA EMERGENCY VET
Here's what you can expect at VEG veterinary emergency animal hospital in Stevenson Ranch in Santa Clarita Valley:
- A 24-hour emergency vet staff who can treat all pets, including exotic animals
- Open floor plan design, where you can stay with your pet the whole time
- Collaboration with your family GP veterinarian
- Compassionate animal care for all pets; including birds and reptiles
- Blanket, wifi, and snacks if you stay with your hospitalized pet overnight
- Accessible parking near the entrance
SERVING STEVENSON RANCH, SANTA CLARITA, AND THE SURROUNDING AREAS
Our emergency vet staff is here day and night, even on holidays, for pets throughout Los Angeles County. So whether your cat needs emergency surgery or your dog is limping after a long day of play at Golden Valley Park, our vets are ready 24 hours a day to provide animal urgent 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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