24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Burlington, Vermont
Dr. Jeff Beverly
Medical Director
Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Beverly is originally from Buffalo, NY, and following undergraduate training in biomedical engineering, attended Cornell University for veterinary school. After practicing ER and general practice in the NYC area, he returned to Cornell University for residency training in Emergency and Critical Care. As currently the only board certified ECC specialist in the state of Vermont, Jeff hopes to be a resource for practitioners in the area, and to be able to help guide developing doctors to be well-rounded and confident emergency clinicians. His areas of interest include respiratory emergencies, shock management, and improving accessibility and efficiency of medical care for both pet owners and practitioners.
VEG ER for Pets emergency veterinary hospital in South Burlington, Vermont is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, to handle emergency and urgent vet care. Walk in anytime; no appointments taken.
Our 24/7 emergency vet hospital in Chittenden County is located at the intersection of 225 Dorset St and Garden St in South Burlington. We are within minutes of Burlington, Essex Junction, Williston, and Winooski.
Parking for our 24/7 Burlington emergency vet hospital
Enter the parking lot from Garden St. VEG vet hospital is Suite A. Park in the lot just outside our vet clinic’s front door, with additional parking around back. Need help getting your pet inside? Call ahead and one of our VEGgies will help.
24-hour emergency vet for Burlington, VT pet parents
VEG animal emergency hospital in South Burlington is southwest of the Burlington International Airport and approx. 1.5 miles north of Wheeler Dog Park.
Call and speak with a vet who can answer your medical questions, or come in day or night, no matter the hour. VEG’s Burlington emergency vets provide prompt, compassionate emergency veterinary care for all pets including dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, snakes, sugar gliders, and other exotic pets.
Burlington emergency vet—always open
Our 24-hour ER vet team is ready to treat all emergency and urgent care patients in our South Burlington hospital. You can stay with your pet the entire time, even if your pet is hospitalized overnight.
Some of the pet emergencies we treat:
accidental ingestion
dehydration
diarrhea
fractures
frostbite
injuries
lethargy
seizures
vomiting
In our 24-hour Burlington animal ER in South Burlington, our team is extensively trained in emergency care to provide prompt, compassionate vet care at a moment’s notice. Come in and you and your pet will receive immediate vet attention. Open 24/7, on holidays too.
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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