24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Whitby, Ontario
Dr. Allie Wetzel
Medical Director
North Carolina State University School of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Wetzel graduated with a Master's Degree in Forensic Toxicology in 2021, and then completed a one-year emergency and critical care mentorship at a local specialty hospital, where she remained on staff as an emergency clinician, practicing specialty ER medicine through 2023.
Dr. Wetzel joined VEG in 2023, starting at VEG in Georgetown, Washington D.C., and then working at VEG hospitals in Cary, North Carolina and Etobicoke, Ontario prior to accepting the role of Medical Director in Whitby. Since joining, she has expanded her non-clinical professional skills, including team leadership, hospital operations, and building strong professional partnerships.
As Medical Director, Dr. Wetzel's primary focus is supporting the local veterinary community and providing reliable, gold-standard emergency care. Most importantly, she believes people should be able to stay with their pets throughout their medical treatment and is excited to help people and their pets when they need it most.
Located at the southwest corner of Brock & Taunton in Whitby, Ontario, VEG ER for Pets emergency vet clinic is the leading emergency vet for Durham Region; open 24/7, no appointment needed.
We provide emergency medical care for all pets, including dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and exotic animals.
Parking for our Whitby emergency vet
Enter our parking lot off Brock St N, Taunton Rd, or Valleywood Drive. Parking available at our front door, with additional parking alongside and around back.
After-hours Whitby vet care serving the Durham Region
VEG emergency vet clinic is minutes from Oshawa, Ajax, Pickering, Brooklin, Courtice, Bowmanville, and the Greater Toronto Area. Come in anytime, day or night, for prompt, compassionate emergency medical care for your pet.
Whether your dog is acting extra tired after a day at Cullen Central Park, or your guinea pig is not eating, or your cat is vomiting again…and again, your VEG vets are ready to help with expert care. Come as soon as an emergency happens, or if you’re unsure if it’s an emergency, you can call and speak with our vet, even if it’s 2am, VEG is always open.
24-hour emergency care for your pet in Whitby
VEG’s 24/7 animal clinic in Whitby offers a customer focused care experience:
Our clinic is designed with an open floor plan so you can stay by your pet’s side
Pet parents are welcome to be a part of their pet’s care, as much or as little as they choose
A compassionate, highly trained vet team is ready 24/7 to diagnose and treat emergency symptoms in all kinds of pets
Our vet will collaborate with your primary care veterinarian for a seamless care experience
Pet parents are welcome to stay overnight if their pet is hospitalized. We’ll have complementary snacks and beverages on hand, plus a pillow, blanket, and access to wifi
VEG in Whitby serves the entire Durham Region and is open 24/7 for accidents, injuries, vomiting, diarrhea, and any pet emergency.
COMING SOON
3950 Brock St N
Whitby, ON L1R 3E1, Canada
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.
