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VEG Cary
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VEG Emergency Vet in Cary, North Carolina

24-hour animal hospital

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24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Cary, North Carolina

Dr. Selena Lane

Dr. Selena Lane

Medical Director

NC State College of Veterinary Medicine; Internship at Purdue University; Specialty certification: Small animal emergency and critical care at University of Georgia

Dr. Lane served on the faculty at UGA. Her special interests are in the sepsis field and improving point-of-care diagnostics for critically ill animals. Pre-VEG, Dr. Lane ran an emergency and critical care consulting business, and is now excited to lead a team of ER vets!

VEG animal hospital in Cary, North Carolina is open 24/7 to handle any veterinary emergency in Wake County – big or small. Our animal care team provides pet emergency care for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and even exotic animals. 


PARKING FOR OUR 24-HOUR ANIMAL HOSPITAL IN CARY

VEG in Cary is accessible from the Crescent Commons Shopping Center entrance on Kildaire Farm Road. You can also access VEG from the entrance on Tryon Rd. You’ll find convenient parking in the large lot outside our door. Need help getting your pet into the hospital? Call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front.


EMERGENCY VET CARE IN CARY—ALWAYS OPEN

Our 24-hour veterinary clinic for pet emergencies and urgent care is conveniently located just southwest of Raleigh, within minutes of Apex, Chapel Hill, Durham, and Holly Springs. 


Whether your dog seems unusually tired after exploring downtown Cary with you or your cat needs ate something potentially toxic, call us or just walk in — no appointments taken. 


Our hospital in Cary has an open plan design, where you can stay by your pet’s side at all times. Get expert pet medical services from our team of compassionate, ER-trained veterinary doctors, vet nurses, and assistants. We’ll share records and collaborate with your family vet for a smooth care experience. Overnight hospitalization is available and pet parents are always welcome to stay with their pet. 


Did you know?


VEG Cary 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.

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2030 Kildaire Farm Road
Cary, NC 27518

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

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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.

the reviews are in!

March 31, 2025

RB Sharrett
10/10 recommend this ER for your pet! We brought our girl Nala and there wasn’t a moment we felt she wasn’t in good hands. Also, we were able to be with her every step of the way! Even when she was hospitalized, we got to stay the night with her which made us all feel so much more comfortable. Also, even though they did get pretty busy at times, they always made time if you needed anything and saw our girl immediately upon arriving! Dr. Nilles is amazing and so is the entire VEG staff. We are thankful for them being thorough, knowledgeable, and loving the whole time. We had to bring her back the same night we took her home and she ended up being transferred to NC State’s ICU but we are so overwhelmingly grateful to VEG and especially Dr. Johnson who went above and beyond to get her transferred the very same night to NC State! Thank you VEG❤️

February 20, 2025

Danielle Mignogna
I could not be more grateful for the staff here! I had an emergency with my beloved pig, Timon. After calling about 10 other places at 7pm on a Monday night, all of which would not take Timon because they don’t treat pigs or they don’t do emergencies for non patients…. I called VEG and they did not even hesitate when I asked to bring him in. I told them I was about 2 hours away and they told me they would have a room ready for me when I arrived! From the moment we arrived they were amazing! Even though the night did not end with me taking my Timon home… I could not be more grateful for these people! They made sure he was comfortable and not in pain. They had snacks for me to give him so he was happy in his last moments before it was time for goodbye…. They walked me through the whole process and were very thoughtful and caring through the whole thing. Again I could not be more grateful for the staff!

February 11, 2025

Allisa Mozingo
Dr. Johnson, Kiersten, Shannon, Mario, Dr. Niles, and their team (I need help with all of the names), were absolutely amazing. Not only did they save our girl, they were thorough, sought consultation, made educated decisions, and most of all embraced us all like family. We owe them our gratitude and support for the rest of our days! All of them! Dr. J and Kiersten took charge right away and their team followed their lead! Even through shift changes, we were always attended to and cared for, especially Koda and myself! Her pups were fed and happy, and I trusted them all. 🐶🐾❤️
37,359 Total reviews

4.8

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