24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Santa Monica, California
Dr. Sam Kent
Medical Director
Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Pet Emergency Specialty Center in La Mesa - small animal rotating internship
Dr. Kent has worked as an emergency veterinarian for over a decade in San Diego County, previously serving as the Director of Emergency Services and Internship Director at a 24-hour hybrid GP/ER. Professional interests: transfusion medicine, point-of-care ultrasound, and leadership development. She is so proud to have been a part of the team opening the first VEG in California!
VEG animal hospital in Santa Monica is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide high-quality veterinary emergency care for pets across Los Angeles County.
Parking for our 24-hour Santa Monica vet clinic
Our pet emergency care team at VEG veterinary clinic can be found at the intersection of Wilshire Blvd and Princeton St, just minutes from Beverly Hills, Encino, Marina del Rey, and West Los Angeles.
Access our parking lot via Princeton St. On-street metered parking is also available. If you think you may need help getting your pet inside, just give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door!
VEG ER for Pets animal hospital treats all types of pets—open 24/7
From a pup getting dehydrated after a long, fun day at Airport Park Dog Park to a cat with a blockage, or a parakeet that lost its desire to tweet, we provide pet first aid and urgent care for any pet emergency that arises.
Our Santa Monica emergency vets are here day and night to care for mammals, avians, reptiles, and all pets.
Emergency vet clinic serving Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Encino, and the Los Angeles County community
What you can expect at VEG Santa Monica emergency vet hospital:
- An emergency medical facility with the latest veterinary tools and technology to help pets in crisis
- An open concept floor plan with room enough for pet parents to stay with their pets throughout treatment
- Our emergency trained vet staff will collaborate with your family vet on your pet’s care
- Expert, compassionate ER care for pets of all kinds: dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, birds, and more
- Wi-fi, snacks, and beverages for pet parents; blanket and pillow if you stay overnight with a hospitalized pet
- A vet hospital that’s always open, even on holidays, for any pet emergency
Our Santa Monica veterinary services include:
- Immediate triage
- Diagnostic testing
- Digital x-ray
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound, and more
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
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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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