24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Chelsea, New York
Dr. Jen West
Medical Director
University of Florida; University of Edinburgh, Scotland
A native of Florida, Dr. West developed her passion for animals at a young age. Her unwavering dedication to emergency medicine and surgery led her to VEG, where she also completed a specialized externship in emergency care (VEG’s New ER Doctor program aka NERD). At VEG Chelsea, she ensures that her patients receive top-notch care in their most critical moments.
VEG veterinary emergency hospital in Chelsea, Manhattan, New York is open 24/7, providing the highest quality of emergency medical care for pets throughout Chelsea and the surrounding area.
24-hour emergency vet care in the Chelsea district
Located on 6th Ave between W 24th St and W 25th St, VEG animal hospital is easily accessible if you’re in Chelsea, as well as NYC’s Flatiron, Union Square, and the West Village.
Parking for our Chelsea—West Manhattan emergency animal hospital
Street parking is available from 6pm to 8am Monday through Friday and all-day Saturday and Sunday. There are parking garages located on 23rd and 24th Sts near 6th Avenue. Need help getting your pet inside? Just give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
Emergency vet care in Manhattan's Chelsea neighborhood
Whether your dog’s been sporting a limp after a day of play at the Chelsea Waterside Dog Park or your cat may have eaten something toxic, call us or walk in anytime – no appointments taken.
Here’s what you can expect at your Chelsea VEG veterinary clinic:
Compassionate emergency care
Expert team of veterinary doctors, nurses and assistants
Open floor plan hospital, so you can stay by your pet’s side
Record sharing and full collaboration with your family vet
Overnight animal care for surgical and hospitalization cases
Our Chelsea emergency vet hospital is also a blood bank for dogs
VEG Chelsea 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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