24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in San Antonio, Texas
Dr. Jennifer Paugh
Medical Director
St. George’s University School of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Paugh, DVM, CTCVMP, is a dedicated emergency veterinarian and Medical Director with a passion for providing exceptional care to pets in critical moments. After graduating in 2007, she practiced both general and emergency medicine across the United States and internationally in Abu Dhabi. In 2023, Dr. Paugh joined VEG, drawn to its mission of keeping people and their pets together—an approach that resonates deeply with their own philosophy of care. She has a particular love for emergency surgery, especially C-sections, where they can make a life-saving impact for both pets and their families.
VEG emergency veterinary hospital in San Antonio, Texas is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, offering ER care for pets across Bexar County and the surrounding areas. We’re fully equipped to handle any animal emergency – big or small. Our team provides expert pet emergency care to dogs, cats, birds, and exotic pets.
24-hour emergency vet care in San Antonio, Texas
VEG vet hospital in San Antonio offers around-the-clock emergency and urgent care for all pets. Our pet hospital is located in the Park North Shopping Center, accessible from the I-410 Access Rd, off Northwest Loop 410. We’re approximately 10 minutes west of the San Antonio International Airport, and within driving distance of Boerne, Converse, and Devine.
Parking for our San Antonio emergency vet hospital
The closest entrance to VEG is off NW Loop 410 Access Rd, but you can also access the lot from W Rector Dr. Parking is convenient with accessible spaces outside the front of our emergency pet hospital.
Need help bringing your pet inside? Call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door and ensure your pet receives prompt veterinary attention.
San Antonio emergency vet hospital—always open
A reliable, competent vet staff is here to care for your pet, even on holidays. Whether your pet lizard seems distressed or your dog’s been vomiting after a day of socializing in McAllister Park, don’t wait… call us or just walk-in — no appointments taken.
VEG is a 24-hour walk-in hospital for emergencies and urgent care. Diagnostic testing, surgeries, ultrasounds, and more are performed on site. No waiting in a lobby; at VEG, you can stay with your pet the entire visit.
Our San Antonio emergency vet hospital is also a blood bank for dogs
VEG San Antonio is a VEG Blood Bank location, which provides blood for canines. These donations help save the lives of dogs in need of transfusions. The blood we store can be available to a VEG hospital or shared with a local veterinarian. It’s one more way VEG can give back to the community. You can help by signing up your dog to be a blood donor. To find out more, ask one of our VEGgies about the VEG Blood Bank.
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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