VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in Hoboken, NJ. Procedures include Urinalysis, Splenectomies (removal of the spleen), Vet Surgery, and Chemistry.
About
VEG Emergency Vet in Hoboken, New Jersey, is an emergency veterinary hospital open 24/7, including holidays. It provides immediate care for a wide range of pet emergencies and urgent care needs, including accidents, toxin ingestions, breathing problems, gastrointestinal issues, and injuries. The hospital is equipped with technology for on-site endoscopies, surgery, ultrasounds, and x-rays.
Located at the intersection of Willow Ave and 14th Street, VEG Hoboken serves pets in Hudson County and surrounding areas such as Jersey City, Secaucus, Union City, and Weehawken. The clinic treats various pets, including cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, and exotics. Pet owners can walk in anytime without an appointment and stay with their pets throughout the treatment process.
Surgical team
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Dr. Ashley Newman
Dr. Newman started her veterinary career at VEG in the New ER Doctor (NERD) program after graduating from Cornell. Once starting in the veterinary field, she transitioned to emergency care and found her passion.
Procedures
- Urinalysis
- Splenectomies (removal of the spleen)
- Vet Surgery
- Chemistry
- Emergency Care
- Transfusions (red blood cells and plasma)
- Surgery
- Treatment and Hospitalizations
- Endoscopies
- Surgery for GDV (twisted stomach)
- Oxygen therapy
- Pet Urgent Care
- Emergency C-sections
- Diagnostics and Testing
- Pyometra surgery (removal of an infected uterus)
- Complete blood count
- Cytology
- Foreign body removal
- Feeding tubes
- Point-of-care infectious disease testing
- Exotic Pet Care
- Fluid therapy
- End-of-life Care
Equipment
- Ultrasounds
- X-rays
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of pets does VEG Hoboken treat?
- VEG Hoboken treats pets of all kinds, including cats, dogs, birds, reptiles, and exotic pets. They are skilled in handling emergency care for avians, reptiles, and various exotic pets, stating, "If it fits through the door, we’ll see it!"
- Do I need an appointment for emergency care at VEG Hoboken?
- No, appointments are not needed at VEG Hoboken. Pet owners can walk in 24/7 for immediate care. While calling ahead is recommended so the staff can be familiar with the situation, it is not required.
- What diagnostic services are available at VEG Hoboken?
- VEG Hoboken offers on-site diagnostics including pet ultrasound and x-rays for same-day results. They also perform in-house bloodwork and lab tests such as complete blood count, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis.
- Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment or hospitalization?
- Yes, VEG Hoboken has an open-plan design that allows pet owners to stay with their pets the entire time and participate in their care. If overnight hospitalization is required, pet owners are welcome to stay and are provided with amenities like Wi-Fi, snacks, and a blanket.
- What types of emergency surgeries can be performed at VEG Hoboken?
- VEG Hoboken's veterinary team is skilled in a range of emergency surgeries, including foreign body removal, surgery for GDV (twisted stomach), pyometra surgery (removal of an infected uterus), emergency C-sections, and splenectomies (removal of the spleen).