your pet can't tell you if it's an emergency,
but veg's experienced vets can
Avoid the guessing game and don’t delay. From accident wounds to vomiting to complex surgeries, VEG is your local 24/7 emergency clinic for any kind of pet — even exotics.
EMERGENCY VETS AND URGENT CARE IN Boston, MA
welcome to VEG Boston!
Dr. Lindsay Kendrick
Medical Director
University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Kendrick practiced general medicine prior to joining VEG in 2022. She was appointed Medical Director in November of 2023. When she is not in the hospital, she can be found spending time with her kids, most often in an ice arena watching them play hockey!
VEG ER for Pets veterinary clinic in Boston, Massachusetts is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, offering emergency and urgent care to pets of Suffolk County when it’s needed most.
Parking for our Boston animal hospital—open 24/7
VEG animal hospital is located on Stuart St, between Berkeley St and Arlington St; just southwest of the Boston Public Garden and within minutes of the Boston Waterfront, Mission Hill, and Roxbury.
You’ll find our front entrance on Stuart St (not Columbus Ave) and free street parking between 8 PM- 8 AM; call for parking garage locations. Need help bringing your pet inside? Give us a ring – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front.
24-hour emergency veterinary hospital in Boston
Our animal care team is prepared for any veterinary emergency, providing expert pet care for dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, reptiles, chinchillas, and other exotic animals! So, whether your dog is sporting a limp after zoomies at the Carleton Court Dog Park or your cat has ingested something toxic, or you have a hamster that can’t stop sneezing, call us or walk in — no appointments taken.
Boston pet parents can see a vet immediately; no appointments needed
At VEG pet clinic in Boston, pets receive an elevated level of care, and pet parents are provided with a less stressful experience.
Our dedicated team at VEG does everything to help you through this time and give your pet the medical excellence they deserve. Some features at VEG include:
An open floor plan hospital where you can stay by your pet’s side the entire visit
A dedicated, compassionate vet team available day and night, weekends and holidays too
On-site testing, point-of-care ultrasounds, and x-rays
A surgical suite with a viewing window if you opt to watch your pet’s surgery
Collaboration with your primary care vet, including the timely sharing of patient files
Wifi, blanket, and snacks if you stay overnight with your hospitalized pet.
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.
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