Veterinary Emergency Group

Veterinary Emergency Group is an emergency & critical care practice in San Jose, CA. Procedures include Vet Surgery, Point-of-care infectious disease testing, Emergency Vet Care, and Urinalysis.

About

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in San Jose, California, operates as a 24/7 emergency and urgent care animal hospital, open every day of the year. The facility offers an open floor plan, allowing pet owners to stay with their pets throughout their care, including during procedures. Services include emergency vet care, urgent pet care, and specialized care for exotic pets.

Located in East San Jose, this VEG hospital serves pet owners across Santa Clara County, including nearby Fremont, Milpitas, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale. No appointments are needed; pets are seen on a walk-in basis, and owners can speak directly with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to discuss their pet's condition. The clinic also hosts a blood bank for canine donations.

Surgical team

  • Catriona D'Aulerio

    "Dr. Cat" worked in GP, ER, and Specialty, where she received great coaching and support that set her up for success.

Procedures

  • Vet Surgery
  • Point-of-care infectious disease testing
  • Emergency Vet Care
  • Urinalysis
  • Oxygen therapy
  • Feeding tubes
  • Cytology
  • Exotic Pet Care
  • Pet Urgent Care
  • Endoscopy
  • Splenectomies
  • Transfusions
  • Chemistry
  • Emergency C-sections
  • Blood Bank for Dogs
  • Foreign body removal
  • End-of-life Care
  • Pyometra surgery
  • Fluid therapy
  • Complete blood count
  • Treatment and Hospitalizations
  • Diagnostics and Testing

Equipment

  • Pet Ultrasound
  • X-rays

Photos

Photos via Google · Veterinary Emergency Group, Anastasiya Kan, Reina Zavala, Me Time Expert, Nick James

Frequently asked questions

Is VEG San Jose open 24 hours a day?
Yes, Veterinary Emergency Group in San Jose is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including holidays and weekends, to provide care for pet emergencies. Pet owners can call or walk in anytime for immediate assistance.
Does VEG San Jose require appointments for emergency care?
No, VEG San Jose does not take appointments for emergencies. Pet owners can walk in anytime, 24/7, for immediate care. Emergency vet care begins the moment you arrive, and you can speak with a veterinarian by phone at any hour.
What types of animals does VEG San Jose treat?
VEG San Jose provides emergency and urgent care for all types of pets, including dogs, cats, small mammals, pocket pets, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, snakes (nonvenomous only), and lizards. They state, "If it fits through the door, we’ll see it!"
Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment at VEG San Jose?
Yes, at VEG San Jose, pet owners are encouraged to stay with their pets the entire time, even if surgery is involved. There is no waiting in a lobby; care starts immediately, and pet parents can be as involved as they like in their pet's care.
What is the VEG Blood Bank at the San Jose location?
VEG San Jose is a VEG Blood Bank location that provides blood for canines. These donations help save the lives of dogs needing transfusions. The stored blood can be used at a VEG hospital or shared with a local San Jose veterinarian, contributing to community support.

Contact & hours

Address

725 Ridder Park Dr #85
San Jose

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