24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Dr. Enio Sanmarti
Medical Director
Cornell University; University of California, Davis; Oradell Animal Hospital rotating internship
Originally from Venezuela, Dr. Sanmarti served as an Emergency Medicine and Critical Care doctor at several specialty practices before joining VEG. His special interest is in internal medicine, trauma, and critical care. His passion is to teach medical excellence and doctor development. Off-hours, Dr. Sanmarti loves spending time with his wife, family, and friends. He enjoys “everything ocean,” from cruising on a boat to diving.
Our VEG veterinary emergency hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is open 24 hours a day, weekends, and holidays. We provide the highest quality of pet emergency and urgent care for pets of all kinds in Broward County and the surrounding areas. Whether you have dogs, cats, birds, or exotic pets, VEG is always open and here to help when your pet is in crisis.
Parking for our Fort Lauderdale pet hospital—open 24/7
Located on N Federal Hwy/Rt. 1, on the corner of NE 16th St, you can access our parking lot from NE 16th St. There are parking spaces right outside our door. Need help getting your pet inside, just give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
24-hour emergency vet care in Fort Lauderdale
VEG Fort Lauderdale is within minutes of Coconut Creek, Davie, Hollywood, and Pompano Beach.
Whether your dog’s been sporting a limp after a day of play at Hugh Taylor Birch Park or your cat has been vomiting all day, call us or just walk in – no appointments needed or taken.
Fort Lauderdale emergency vet clinic serving the Broward County community
Our veterinarians, vet nurses, and staff are trained and ready to handle emergency situations with your pet. No lobby, no waiting. We’ll prioritize your pet’s case immediately.
Here’s why pet parents trust VEG ER for Pets:
- A compassionate, reliable vet team in Ft. Lauderdale, ready for pet emergencies day or night
- A 24-hour hospital with an open floor plan so you can be a part of the care experience
- Customers are welcome to stay with their pet the entire time, even if hospitalized overnight
- Collaboration with your family vet for a seamless experience
- A surgical suite with a large viewing window
- Complementary wifi, snacks, and beverages for pet parents
- Overnight monitoring and care for hospitalization cases
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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