24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Cedar Park, Texas
Dr. Sam McDonald
Medical Director
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Sam McDonald grew up in Round Rock, TX. He grew up shadowing and working in local general practice and specialty veterinary clinics. He completed his Bachelors and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine. After finishing school he came back to Austin and worked in specialty and emergency clinics in the Austin area. Given the opportunity, he joined VEG in 2021 and traveled to Dallas for a year and a half waiting for the Austin clinics to open. After the opportunity came to open the third VEG in Cedar Park, he excitedly jumped on the offer. He is passionate about emergency and critical, internal medicine and the human-animal bond. He is also passionate about learning and elevating medicine for his team.
VEG animal hospital in Cedar Park, Texas is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to handle veterinary emergencies and urgent care for all pets. Our animal emergency vet team provides emergency care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals.
24-HOUR VET CARE IN CEDAR PARK, TX
VEG veterinary clinic in Williamson County is located near Cottonwood Creek, at 1915 E Whitestone Blvd, minutes from Brushy Creek, Georgetown, and Round Rock. Pet parents in Leander and Liberty Hill can get 24-hour emergency vet care for their pets, including endoscopy, complex surgery, and overnight hospitalization.
Our emergency-trained vet staff is here around the clock to offer high-quality emergency medical care to pets in Williamson County and the surrounding areas. So, whether your parrot has stopped eating or your dog seems overheated after a day of fun at Cedar Bark Park, call us or just walk in – no appointments taken.
PARKING INFORMATION FOR OUR CEDAR PARK VET CLINIC
Access our 24-hour vet hospital from E Whitestone Blvd or Arrow Point Dr. Parking spaces are right outside our front door, with additional parking alongside the building. If you need help getting your pet into the hospital, call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door or help.
VISIT VEG VET HOSPITAL IN CEDAR PARK FOR PET EMERGENCIES
Our staff treats emergency and urgent care needs, such as:
- Accidents and injuries
- Illnesses from disease
- Toxic ingestion
- Lethargy
- Respiratory issues and more
VEG veterinary ER is a 24-hour walk-in vet hospital. Diagnostic testing, surgery, ultrasound, x-ray are performed on site. Call and speak to an ER vet if you have a concern, or come in anytime for immediate veterinary attention. We practice a fear-free veterinary approach and we never separate you from your 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
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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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