24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Seattle, Washington
Dr. Melanie Bowden
Medical Director
Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Bowden worked in GP and ER in the first 3 years of her career before deciding ER was her favorite flavor of veterinary medicine! She then took a position at a multispecialty clinic and worked under a 5-criticalist team for nearly two years before joining VEG in 2021. She loves medical emergencies and coaching other doctors in procedures and surgery. Her favorite part about VEG is keeping people and pets together, and firmly believes that pets do best and heal faster when their family is nearby. Dr. Bowden lives with her partner, 3 dogs, and a cat. She loves outdoor adventures, including backcountry skiing and mountaineering.
VEG Seattle emergency veterinary hospital in Seattle, Washington is open 24 hours a day, offering emergency and urgent care for pets across King County. Our emergency vet team in Seattle provides expert pet emergency care to dogs, cats, avians, rabbits, ferrets, and exotic pets.
24-hour emergency vet in Seattle, Washington
VEG Seattle pet emergency hospital is in the Interbay Urban Center, minutes from Capitol Hill, Shoreline, and Tacoma.
24/7 walk-in emergency vet service; no appointments needed or taken. Open holidays.
Parking for our Seattle animal hospital
VEG Seattle is at 1827 15th Ave W in the Interbay Urban Center, between W Howe St and W Blaine St. Parking is convenient with accessible spaces right outside our hospital.
If you need help bringing your pet inside, call ahead and one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door to help. Your pet will receive prompt attention from an emergency veterinarian.
Emergency pet care, serving the Seattle area—always open
VEG Seattle is a 24-hour walk-in hospital for pets. No appointments are ever needed or taken. Just come in anytime you need us for high quality vet care. VEG treats:
- Accidents and injuries
- Coughs
- Diarrhea
- Ear problems
- Eye infections
- Gastrointestinal issues
- Respiratory problems
- Vomiting, and more
So, whether your pet rabbit seems lethargic, or your dog’s been vomiting after a day of exploring Discovery Park, don’t wait—call us or come right in for immediate care. At VEG Seattle, you stay by your pet’s side the entire visit.
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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