Veterinary Emergency Group
Veterinary Emergency Group is an emergency & critical care practice in Larkspur, CA. Procedures include Oxygen therapy, Treatment and Hospitalizations, Pyometra surgery (removal of an infected uterus), and Chemistry.
About
VEG Larkspur is a 24/7 emergency and urgent care veterinary hospital, providing immediate care for a wide range of animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, snakes (nonvenomous), and lizards. The hospital offers services such as emergency surgery, endoscopy, pet ultrasound, X-rays, and in-house diagnostics.
The clinic operates without appointments, allowing walk-ins for emergencies and urgent care needs. It emphasizes a customer-focused approach where pet owners can stay with their pets throughout the treatment process, including during surgery. Located in Greenbrae, CA, it serves the Marin County area, including nearby Petaluma, San Francisco, San Rafael, and Sausalito.
Surgical team
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Monica Figueroa
Dr. Figueroa earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from UC Davis, completed a small animal rotating internship at VCA Encina, and has a special interest in transfusion medicine, immune-mediated disease, surgery, and leadership.
Procedures
- Oxygen therapy
- Treatment and Hospitalizations
- Pyometra surgery (removal of an infected uterus)
- Chemistry
- Foreign body removal
- Vet Surgery
- Feeding tubes
- Pet Urgent Care
- Urinalysis
- End-of-life Care
- Fluid therapy
- Point-of-care infectious disease testing
- Emergency C-sections
- Transfusions (red blood cells and plasma)
- Emergency Care
- Endoscopy
- Splenectomies (removal of the spleen)
- Diagnostics and Testing
- Exotic Pet Care
- Cytology
- Complete blood count
- Surgery for GDV (twisted stomach)
Equipment
- X-rays
- Pet Ultrasound
Photos
Photos via Google · Autumn Smith, Melissa Mancini, Veterinary Emergency Group, Ava Gueits, Debbie Z
Frequently asked questions
- Does VEG Larkspur treat exotic pets?
- Yes, VEG Larkspur provides urgent vet care for exotic animals, including birds, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets. They are skilled in handling emergency care for avians, reptiles, and other exotic pets, treating problems such as egg binding, gastrointestinal disease, husbandry issues, breathing issues, skin/scale/feather issues, and trauma. They treat any animal that fits through the door, including small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, snakes (nonvenomous), and lizards.
- What types of emergencies does VEG Larkspur handle?
- VEG Larkspur handles a wide range of pet emergencies and urgent care needs. These include accidents, toxin ingestions, breathing problems, gastrointestinal issues, injuries, heart failure, and bone fractures or dislocations. For urgent care, they address conditions such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation.
- Is an appointment required for emergency care at VEG Larkspur?
- No, appointments are not required for emergency or urgent care at VEG Larkspur. Pet owners can walk in anytime, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for immediate care. While walk-ins are welcome, it is recommended to call first so the team can be familiar with the situation upon arrival.
- Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment at VEG Larkspur?
- Yes, VEG Larkspur allows pet owners to stay with their pets throughout the entire treatment process. The hospital features an open floor plan, ensuring pet parents never have to leave their pet's side, even if surgery is involved. This approach aims to reduce stress for both the pet and the owner during emergency situations.
- What diagnostic services are available at VEG Larkspur?
- VEG Larkspur offers various diagnostic services on-site to provide same-day results. These include pet ultrasound, X-rays, complete blood count, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis. These in-house tests aim to provide faster results for pet owners and their pets.
Contact & hours
Address
2048-B Redwood Hwy
Larkspur
Phone