24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in North Tampa, Florida
Dr. Holly Dutton
Medical Director
Auburn University; Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Originally from Alabama, Dr. Dutton developed a love of emergency while working in an advanced GP in the Tampa Bay area. She takes pride in developing her team to provide excellent medical care. Dr. Dutton has a strong dedication to her family, and says that Golden Retrievers and Aussies hold a close space to her heart!
Our VEG veterinary emergency hospital in North Tampa is open 24/7 to provide the highest
quality of pet first aid and pet health advice for animals of all kinds – cats, dogs, birds and exotic animals. We’re located at 16314 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33618; caring for pets 24/7 in Tampa Bay and the surrounding areas. Our emergency vet hospital is minutes from Carrollwood, Lutz, Cheval, Citrus Park and Greater Northdale.
Parking for our Tampa emergency veterinary hospital
Parking is accessible from both N Dale Mabry Hwy and Northgreen Ave. There are parking spots in front of our emergency vet hospital, as well as along the sides and back of the building. Need help getting your pet inside? Give us a call and one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door to assist.
24-hour emergency vet in the Tampa Bay area
Come to VEG veterinary clinic on N Dale Mabry Hwy in the Tampa Bay neighborhood and expect:
- Compassionate pet emergency care
- Immediate attention as soon as you bring in your pet
- A team of emergency trained veterinary doctors, vet nurses, and assistants ready to handle any emergency that walks through the door
- An open floor plan hospital, where you can stay by your pet’s side
- Emergency vets who will collaborate with your family vet for a seamless care experience
- Overnight monitoring and care for hospitalization cases
Emegency vets in Tampa—ready for all pet medical emergencies
Whether your cat is vomiting, or your pet snake has problems shedding its scales, or your dog just seems “off” after a day of play at Lutz Dog Park, get urgent pet care in North Tampa when you need it most. Our vet team is here 24 hours a day, seven days a week (holidays too) to provide compassionate and reliable care when your pet is in crisis. Emergency vet services include:
- diagnostic testing
- endoscopy
- pain management
- surgery
- x-rays
- ultrasound (contact for ultrasound availability)
Our Tampa emergency vet hospital is also a blood bank for dogs
VEG in North Tampa is a VEG Blood Bank location, which provides blood for canines. These donations help save the lives of dogs in need of transfusions. The blood we store can be available to a VEG hospital or shared with a local veterinarian. It’s one more way VEG can give back to the community. You can help by signing up your dog to be a blood donor. To find out more, ask one of our VEGgies about the VEG Blood Bank.
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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