VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in Miami, FL. Procedures include Feeding tubes, Bloodwork, Chemistry, and End-of-life Care.
About
VEG ER for Pets in Miami, Florida, operates as a 24/7 emergency and urgent care animal hospital. It provides immediate veterinary attention for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals, without requiring appointments. Services include surgeries, endoscopies, x-rays, ultrasounds, and diagnostic testing, all performed on-site. The facility is equipped to handle a wide range of emergencies, from trauma and toxin ingestions to gastrointestinal issues and bone fractures.
The clinic emphasizes a customer-centric approach, allowing pet parents to stay with their animals throughout treatment, including during hospitalization. Located at 2707 Biscayne Blvd, it serves the Miami-Dade County area, including nearby communities such as Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Miami Shores, and Wynwood. They also offer pet urgent care for less severe conditions like vomiting, limping, and ear infections, and provide end-of-life care.
Surgical team
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Dr. Valentina Henao
Dr. Henao started as an Emergency Medicine and General Practice relief veterinarian in the Miami area and joined VEG to focus solely on emergency cases, with special interests in surgery, neurology, emergency medicine, and improving the patient and customer experience.
Procedures
- Feeding tubes
- Bloodwork
- Chemistry
- End-of-life Care
- Foreign body removal
- Lab tests
- Oxygen therapy
- Surgeries
- Point-of-care infectious disease testing
- Exotic Pet Care
- Urgent Pet Care
- Cytology
- Transfusions (red blood cells and plasma)
- Emergency vet care
- Urinalysis
- Surgery for GDV (twisted stomach)
- Vet Surgery
- Hospitalization
- Endoscopies
- Pyometra surgery (removal of an infected uterus)
- Diagnostic testing
- Splenectomies (removal of the spleen)
- Emergency C-sections
- Complete blood count
- Fluid therapy
Equipment
- X-rays
- Point-of-care ultrasounds
- Complete abdominal ultrasounds
- Ultrasounds
Photos
Photos via Google · Jessica Spatafora, Rocio, VEG ER for Pets, Carla Wilson, Stephany Moreno
Frequently asked questions
- What types of pets does VEG Miami treat for emergencies?
- VEG Miami's emergency trained veterinarians and staff are ready 24/7 to treat a wide range of pets, including cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals. They handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets, stating "if it fits through the door, we’ll see it."
- Do I need an appointment to bring my pet to VEG Miami for emergency care?
- No, appointments are not needed or taken at VEG Miami, as they deal with emergencies. Pet owners can call ahead to speak with a veterinarian or walk in 24/7 for immediate care. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
- What diagnostic capabilities are available at VEG Miami?
- Within their state-of-the-art facility, VEG Miami performs diagnostic testing, including x-rays, ultrasounds, complete blood count, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis. These tests are performed in-house for faster results.
- Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment or hospitalization at VEG Miami?
- Yes, VEG Miami offers an open floor plan hospital where pet parents can stay with their pet the entire time, even if surgery is involved or if the pet requires overnight hospitalization. They provide amenities like complementary WiFi, snacks, and beverages for comfort.
- What types of surgical procedures does VEG Miami perform?
- VEG Miami performs a range of emergency surgeries. These include foreign body removal, surgery for GDV (twisted stomach), pyometra surgery (removal of an infected uterus), emergency C-sections, and splenectomies (removal of the spleen). They also use endoscopy for non-invasive foreign object removal.