24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Sugar Land, Texas
Dr. Shalsee Vigeant
Medical Director
Louisiana State University; Ross University; Auburn University
Dr. Vigeant is originally from Louisiana where she did study before vet school at Louisiana State University (Geaux Tigers!) in Dairy cattle and then horses. She obtained her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Ross University and Auburn University SVM. She has worked her way up through our profession from being a kennel hand to practice ownership and now as a Medical Director for VEG. She has been in the emergency field for the last 3 decades and recently returned to the U.S. after a decade in New Zealand. Dr. Vigeant has a special interest in end-of-life care and relationships with referring veterinarians. She gains much of her enjoyment from training and mentoring young professionals in the veterinary field. When not at our hospital, she can be found spending time with friends/family around the world or playing beach volleyball with her little chihuahua watching on.
VEG’s 24-hour veterinary emergency hospital in Sugar Land, Texas is always open to provide high quality medical care for pets of all kinds – cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, and exotic pets. Our emergency hospital is a walk-in hospital, no appointments needed or taken.
EMERGENCY VET HOSPITAL IN SUGAR LAND— OPEN 24/7
Located at 13607 University Blvd Suite 500, in the University Commons Shopping Center, our pet hospital is at the northeast corner of the US 59 Frontage Rd and University Blvd intersection. We’re within driving distance of Cinco Ranch, Missouri City, Rosenberg, and Stafford.
PARKING INFORMATION FOR EMERGENCY VET CARE IN SUGAR LAND
The University Blvd entrance is closest to our front door. You can also access our parking lot from Wallingford Ave. Parking is right outside of our entrance, with additional parking alongside our hospital. Need help getting your pet inside, just give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door to help.
OUR VET STAFF IS ALWAYS READY TO HANDLE PET EMERGENCIES
There’s a vet staff that’s highly trained in pet emergency and urgent care available around the clock. So, whether your pet bird seems lethargic, your pet snake has problems shedding, or your dog’s been vomiting after a day of play at Pawm Springs Dog Park, call us or come in for immediate vet attention.
At VEG, you stay by your pet’s side the entire visit, even if your pet is hospitalized overnight. We practice fear-free vet care for a less stressful experience, for your pet—and you.
Endoscopies, point-of-care ultrasounds, surgeries, testing, x-rays, and more, performed on site. Open 24 hours, including holidays.
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
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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