24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Boston, Massachusetts
Dr. Lindsay Kendrick
Medical Director
University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Kendrick practiced general medicine prior to joining VEG in 2022. She was appointed Medical Director in November of 2023. When she is not in the hospital, she can be found spending time with her kids, most often in an ice arena watching them play hockey!
VEG veterinary clinic in Boston, Massachusetts is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, offering emergency and urgent care to pets of Suffolk County when it’s needed most.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VETERINARY HOSPITAL IN BOSTON
VEG animal hospital is located on Stuart St, between Berkeley St and Arlington St; just southwest of the Boston Public Garden and within minutes of the Boston Waterfront, Mission Hill, and Roxbury.
Our animal care team is prepared for any veterinary emergency, providing expert pet care for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles, chinchillas, and other exotic animals! So, whether your dog is sporting a limp after zoomies at the Carleton Court Dog Park or your cat has ingested something toxic, or you have a hamster that can’t stop sneezing, call us or walk in — no appointments taken.
PARKING INFORMATION FOR OUR BOSTON ANIMAL HOSPITAL
You’ll find our front entrance on Stuart St (not Columbus Ave) and free street parking between 8 PM- 8 AM; call for parking garage locations. Need help bringing your pet inside? Give us a ring – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front.
WHY PET PARENTS CHOOSE VEG FOR PET EMERGENCIES
At VEG pet clinic in Boston, pets receive an elevated level of care, and pet parents are provided with a less stressful experience. After all, you can’t plan for an emergency, and they can be quite scary. The dedicated team at VEG does everything to help you through this and give your pet the medical excellence they deserve. Some features at VEG include:
An open floor plan hospital where you can stay by your pet’s side the entire visit
A dedicated, compassionate vet team available day and night, weekends and holidays too
On-site testing, point-of-care ultrasounds, and x-rays
A surgical suite with a viewing window if you opt to watch your pet’s surgery
Collaboration with your primary care vet, including the timely sharing of patient files
Wifi, blanket, and snacks if you stay overnight with your hospitalized pet.
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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