24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Brookfield, Wisconsin
Dr. Shanna Reed
Medical Director
Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Reed grew up on the quintessential Wisconsin dairy farm before graduating in 2017. She started out in general practice before realizing a love for emergency medicine. After practicing as an ER doctor and teaching at a veterinary technician school, Shanna found her way to VEG, where she gets to combine practicing ER medicine, mentoring, and leading an amazing team. Professionally she has special interests in toxicities, endocrine emergencies, and feline lower urinary tract disease.
VEG animal hospital in Brookfield, Wisconsin is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to handle veterinary emergencies. VEG provides high-quality care to all kinds of pets in Waukesha County and the surrounding areas. We treat dogs, cats, avians, reptiles, ferrets, rabbits, and exotic pets.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VET IN BROOKFIELD, WISCONSIN
VEG veterinary clinic is located on W Bluemound Rd, Rt 18, I-94 Alt, off N Fairway Dr. Our hospital is west of Milwaukee and within driving distance of New Berlin, Pewaukee, and Waukesha.
PARKING FOR OUR BROOKFIELD VETERINARY HOSPITAL
Enter our parking lot from W Bluemound Rd, I-94 Alt, or N Fairway Dr. You and your pet will receive immediate attention from one of our emergency vets.
EMERGENCY HELP FOR PETS IN BROOKFIELD WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST
In our Brookfield emergency vet hospital, you can stay by your pet’s side at all times, even if your pet is hospitalized overnight, we’ll make sure you’re as comfortable as possible.
Our vet team is trained in emergency care so whether your dog is breathing uncomfortably after spending a day at Fox Brook Park, or your ferret doesn’t have the zoomies anymore, or your cat is vomiting, call us or just walk in. VEG in Brookfield is always open, even on holidays.
VEG is a 24-hour walk-in emergency room, where your pet will receive prompt, compassionate urgent care or emergency vet care. Surgeries, diagnostic testing, x-rays, and more performed on site.
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.
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