24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Alexandria, Virginia
Dr. Nastassia Germain
Medical Director
St. John's University; St. George's University School of Veterinary Medicine
Born in Brooklyn and raised in South Jamaica, Queens (Go Mets!), Dr. Germain’s love of animals and medicine began in elementary school. This passion took her through to her clinical training year at the University of Georgia, and a rigorous rotating medicine and surgery internship at BluePearl. Her senior clinician was none other than future VEG CEO & Founder David Bessler! Dr. Germain joined VEG in 2015 and has never looked back. She moved to Maryland to open VEG’s Georgetown DC location in 2021 and opened VEG Pikesville. An inspiring leader in veterinary medicine, Dr. Germain now brings her vast knowledge and skills to VEG Alexandria.
VEG veterinary emergency hospital in Alexandria, Virginia is open 24 hours to provide the highest quality of emergency medical care for pets of all kinds – cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, rodents, and exotic animals.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VET CARE IN ALEXANDRIA, VIRGINIA
Our animal hospital is located in The Shoppes of Foxchase, at the intersection of Duke Street and N Jordan St. VEG is within driving distance of Huntington, Mt. Vernon, and Springfield. Call or come in anytime; no appointment needed or taken.
PARKING IN OUR ALEXANDRIA EMERGENCY PET HOSPITAL
You can access our parking lot from Duke St or N Jordan St. The Shoppes of Foxchase has a large parking lot with accessible spaces near our vet hospital entrance. If you think you’ll need help getting your pet inside, just give us a call. One of our VEGgies will meet you out front.
ALEXANDRIA URGENT VET CARE WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST
VEG is a walk-in veterinary hospital for emergencies and urgent care needs. So, whether your dog seems lethargic after a fun day at Windmill Hill Park, your cat is vomiting, or your pet rabbit has lost its appetite, come in and get urgent pet care right here in Alexandria.
Expect exceptional ER care at your Fairfax County VEG:A 24-hour veterinary team trained to handle emergency and urgent careAn open floor plan hospital design where you can stay with your petCompassionate care and transparent communication at every stepCollaboration with your general practice veterinarianSnacks, beverages, and wifi for you if staying overnight with a hospitalized pet.
Like all of our hospitals, VEG in Alexandria is open 24 hours, seven days a week, 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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