What types of animals does VEG ER for Pets treat?

VEG ER for Pets provides emergency and urgent care for all pets, including dogs, cats, small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, nonvenomous snakes, and lizards. The hospital is equipped to treat any animal emergency that fits through the door.

Does VEG ER for Pets require an appointment for emergency care?

No, VEG ER for Pets does not require appointments for emergency or urgent care. The hospital operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and pet owners can walk in at any time for immediate care. Emergency vet care begins the moment a pet arrives.

Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment or hospitalization?

Yes, pet owners are welcome to stay with their pets throughout the entire visit at VEG ER for Pets, even if the pet requires overnight hospitalization or surgery. The hospital features an open floor plan to facilitate this involvement in their pet's care.

What diagnostic capabilities are available at VEG ER for Pets?

The hospital is equipped with the latest tools and technology for diagnostics, including endoscopies, ultrasounds, and x-rays. They perform in-house lab tests such as complete blood counts, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis for faster results.

VEG ER for Pets

VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in San Diego, CA. Procedures include Emergency C-sections, Feeding tubes, Fluid therapy, and Treatment and Hospitalizations.

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About

VEG ER for Pets in San Diego, CA, is a 24-hour emergency and urgent care veterinary hospital. It provides immediate medical attention for dogs, cats, small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, snakes (nonvenomous), and lizards. The facility features an open floor plan, a surgery suite with a viewing window, and tools for endoscopies, ultrasounds, and x-rays.

This emergency hospital operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, without requiring appointments. Pet parents are encouraged to stay with their pets throughout the entire visit, including during hospitalization or surgery. The clinic serves San Diego County, including Mission Valley and surrounding areas like Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Mesa.

Surgical team

Christopher Trott

Dr. Trott grew up in Southern California.

Procedures

Emergency C-sections
Feeding tubes
Fluid therapy
Treatment and Hospitalizations
Urgent Pet Care
Point-of-care infectious disease testing
Urinalysis
Pyometra surgery
Foreign body removal
Bloodwork
Chemistry
Emergency Care
Splenectomies
Pet Ultrasound and X-rays
Diagnostics and Testing
Exotic Pet Care
Surgery for GDV (twisted stomach)
Cytology
Endoscopy
End-of-life Care
Vet Surgery
Transfusions (red blood cells and plasma)
Oxygen therapy

Equipment

Ultrasounds
Surgery suite
X-rays

Photos

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Frequently asked questions

What types of animals does VEG ER for Pets treat?: VEG ER for Pets provides emergency and urgent care for all pets, including dogs, cats, small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, nonvenomous snakes, and lizards. The hospital is equipped to treat any animal emergency that fits through the door.
Does VEG ER for Pets require an appointment for emergency care?: No, VEG ER for Pets does not require appointments for emergency or urgent care. The hospital operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and pet owners can walk in at any time for immediate care. Emergency vet care begins the moment a pet arrives.
Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment or hospitalization?: Yes, pet owners are welcome to stay with their pets throughout the entire visit at VEG ER for Pets, even if the pet requires overnight hospitalization or surgery. The hospital features an open floor plan to facilitate this involvement in their pet's care.
What diagnostic capabilities are available at VEG ER for Pets?: The hospital is equipped with the latest tools and technology for diagnostics, including endoscopies, ultrasounds, and x-rays. They perform in-house lab tests such as complete blood counts, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis for faster results.

Contact & hours

Address

980 Camino De La Reina ste c
San Diego

Phone

(619) 346-4249

Website

veg.com/locations/california/san-diego

4.7 · 391 Google reviews

Recent reviews

4 months ago

Erika Vutruong

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I cannot say enough incredible things about this urgent care veterinary clinic. The entire staff was compassionate, attentive, and absolutely amazing during one of the scariest moments as a pet parent. Our corgi, Joey, had gotten into chocolate and was experiencing lethargy, vomiting, diarrhea, and tremors. While searching for emergency care, we chose this clinic. From the second we walked in, I felt safe and knew Joey was in the best hands possible. The open floor concept and keeping you with your pet through everything was exactly what I needed during such an anxious moment. It created a calm, reassuring environment, and I could truly feel the care and professionalism surrounding us. Joey was treated with so much respect and kindness, and every single staff member showed genuine compassion toward both of us. Pricing was clear and upfront, which I deeply appreciated, and they took the time to explain everything thoroughly and thoughtfully. The care was also extremely affordable, which was a huge relief. While there, I witnessed the staff care for multiple pets with such calmness, grace, and compassion, it was honestly beautiful to see. This place is truly not just a business, but a heartfelt and passionate environment dedicated to animals and their families. I am endlessly grateful to the entire team, especially Dr. Reinhart, Kelly, Judith, and every other angel I had the pleasure of interacting with. Joey is recovering well and resting comfortably. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for caring for our Joey boy and for everything you do. 🐾💙
5 months ago

Brenna Longenecker

I highly recommend. It’s an open concept but rooms if you need. You get to stay with your pet during treatment. If they are hospitalized you can stay overnight with them in the room or visit anytime you want. I had a very positive experience with every single staff member. They took such good care of my cat during his hospitalization and even took time to make sure I was okay. They called me in the evening and morning to give me updates.
3 months ago

Louise Bisby

I brought my bearded dragon in on a Sunday after she ingested a foil candy wrapper, and we are incredibly grateful for the care she received from the entire staff. Dr. Lance Day was outstanding. He spoke with me twice over the phone before we arrived, answered all of my questions, offered reassurance, and even provided a general cost estimate. What stood out to me most was although he doesn’t specialize in reptiles, he was very innovative and did some quick research and figured out what to do on the spot, saving my lizard. 🦎 He was very creative in his problem-solving. He created a tool using available equipment (tubes, tweezers, medical tape). He measured the x ray where it showed the roil wrapper and then put measurement marks in the tool, and although they didn’t have a scope camera small enough- Dr Day was able to get the foil out ( with no camera) — he used the x-ray photo, measurements, and felt around on my lizards abdomen and was able to safely extract the foil, blindly, with no camera guiding him. This avoided my bearded dragon needing surgery. His focus, care, and attention to detail made me feel completely confident in his treatment. Thanks to him, my bearded dragon was treated successfully and discharged the same day. While there was a longer wait due to ER triage, the outcome and quality of care mattered most, and I am very thankful to the entire team.

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5 months ago

Narisa Casipit

My small dogs (6 and 25 lb) were attacked by a German Shepherd. I’ve never taken them to an ER before, so I didn’t know what to expect. Dr. Reinhart was patient, compassionate, and I could truly tell she cares about her patients and their outcomes. Josh is the only staff member’s name I remember because he initially triaged over the phone, but I wish I remembered the other ladies’ names as well. Every single person who had even the tiniest involvement in their care was stellar and clearly loves what they do. My husband and I both work in human medicine, previously in critical care, and we found ourselves drawing so many parallels with the level of care we witnessed. It gave us an even deeper appreciation for the challenges this team must face every day: navigating families’ intense emotions, managing burnout and moral injury, and moving through waves of tragedies during a shift. Despite all of that, they showed up for our dogs with professionalism, empathy, and genuine heart. We are so grateful for this team. The emergency staff spoke to us with such kindness and clarity, even between patients. Nurses who weren’t directly involved still checked in and offered reassurance. Once all the critical cases were stabilized and most patients were discharged, we even shared a few laughs while we waited for imaging results. No one ever has a “good” ER visit, but they made it as painless as possible. I walked in on the brink of tears and left feeling comforted and confident that our dogs would be okay. I hope the team is consistently supported and recognized for the skill and heart it takes to do this work well. Their dedication made the worst night I’ve had in years feel manageable and we’ll never forget the impact the staff made on the experience. I hope to never return to an ER, but if I ever do, I know exactly where I’d go.
3 months ago

Amanda Cox

I can’t even begin to describe how wonderful the staff at VEG are. I had to bring my cat, Dobby, in for a urinary blockage. The doctors and technicians took the time to explain the unblocking procedure, made sure I was comfortable with the treatment plan, and reassured me that he was going to be ok. Upon arrival, we were immediately welcomed and triaged. Every person we spoke with was so kind and comforting. They answered every question I had and made a terrifying situation a lot less scary. Dobby had to stay in the hospital for a couple days, but I received updates on his status via phone call and text every 8-12 hours. They made sure I knew I could call them or visit him at any time. Dobby is back home and doing amazing! If you live in the San Diego area and your pet has an emergency, I highly recommend VEG. I promise you that your baby will receive the best care possible! I am so grateful for all the staff and everything they did for Dobby!

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