24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Henderson, Nevada
Dr. Rowena de Joya
Medical Director
University of California, Los Angeles; University of California, Davis
Dr. Rowena de Joya is originally from Southern California. She earned her undergraduate degree (BSc) from UCLA and her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from UC Davis. After graduation, she completed a highly competitive rotating internship in Surgery, Emergency, and Internal Medicine at VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital before practicing relief emergency medicine throughout Southern California.
Dr. de Joya currently serves as the Medical Director of VEG Henderson in Nevada. Her professional interests include emergency and critical care medicine, soft-tissue surgery, anesthesia, and developing high-performing veterinary teams. She has also contributed to veterinary research and is a published author in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. She is passionate about advancing patient care, mentoring veterinary professionals, and serving her community.
Outside of work, Dr. de Joya enjoys spending time with her husband, son, and three cats. Her hobbies include snowboarding, going to the gym, hiking, cooking, and reading.
VEG veterinary clinic in Henderson, Nevada is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, to provide emergency and urgent care to pets of Clark County when it’s needed most. Whether your dog appears dehydrated after a fun day at Heritage Park, your rabbit’s head is tilting, or you think your cat has ingested something toxic, call us or just walk in — no appointments needed or taken.
PARKING INFORMATION AT OUR VET HOSPITAL IN HENDERSON
Enter our parking lot from N Stephanie St. Parking at this location is easy with a large lot and accessible spaces near our front door. Need help bringing your pet inside? Give us a call – one of our VEGgies will meet you out front.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VET IN HENDERSON, NEVADA
VEG animal hospital is located on N Stephanie St., between W Warm Springs Rd and W Sunset Rd; just minutes from Boulder City and Paradise. Our animal care team is prepared for any veterinary emergency, providing expert pet first aid for dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, birds, and exotic animals.
Here’s what you can expect at our Henderson veterinary clinic:
- An open floor plan emergency room with room for you to stay by your pet’s side
- Record sharing and collaboration with your family vet
- A surgery suite with a large viewing window, should your pet require surgery
- A space to rest in our hospital if your pet is hospitalized overnight
ALWAYS OPEN TO TREAT YOUR PET’S EMERGENCY INJURY OR ILLNESS
Our emergency vet care team in Henderson is available 24-hours, providing emergency medical services for your pet:
- Urgent care
- Diagnostic testing
- Endoscopy
- Surgery
- Digital x-ray
- Ultrasound and more
At VEG, you’ll have open communication with our vet and vet staff. All of your questions will be answered so you can make informed decisions about your pet’s care.
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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