VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in Brooklyn, NY. Procedures include Pyometra surgery, Diagnostics and Testing, End-of-life Care, and Point-of-care infectious disease testing.
About
VEG ER for Pets in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, is a 24/7 emergency veterinary hospital providing urgent and critical care for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rodents, and other exotic pets. The clinic operates on a walk-in basis, with no appointments needed, and allows pet owners to stay by their pet's side throughout the entire visit, fostering a less stressful environment during emergencies.
Located at 87 Kent Ave, the hospital serves the Brooklyn community, including nearby areas like Bedford-Stuyvesant, Bushwick, and Greenpoint. They offer comprehensive emergency services, from trauma and toxin ingestions to advanced diagnostics and surgery, ensuring immediate attention and continuous care for pets in critical situations.
Surgical team
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Dr. Wasi Ashraf
Pre-VEG, she worked emergency in Charlottesville, VA, where she gained experience with exotic animals, pocket pets, and wildlife, in addition to dogs and cats.
Procedures
- Pyometra surgery
- Diagnostics and Testing
- End-of-life Care
- Point-of-care infectious disease testing
- Endoscopy
- Emergency C-sections
- Chemistry
- Complete blood count
- Vet Surgery
- Humane euthanasia
- Pet Urgent Care
- Fluid therapy
- Oxygen therapy
- Transfusions
- Feeding tubes
- Emergency Care
- Treatment and Hospitalization
- Splenectomies
- Exotic Pet Care
- Urinalysis
- Foreign body removal
- Cytology
Equipment
- Pet Ultrasound
- Point-of-care ultrasounds
- Complete abdominal ultrasounds
- X-rays
Photos
Photos via Google · Lisa C, Augustus Tyde, VEG ER for Pets, Tanvi Tandon, Claren Walker
Frequently asked questions
- What types of animals does VEG ER for Pets treat in an emergency?
- VEG ER for Pets treats a wide variety of animals for emergencies and urgent care. This includes dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rodents, and other exotic animals. They state that if it fits through the door, they will see it, covering everything from small mammals like ferrets, rabbits, and guinea pigs to various types of snakes, turtles, and lizards.
- Does VEG ER for Pets require an appointment for emergency care?
- No, VEG ER for Pets does not require appointments for emergency care. Pet owners can walk in 24/7, as the clinic is always open for emergencies. They also recommend calling ahead so the staff can be familiar with the situation upon arrival, but immediate care begins the moment you walk in.
- What diagnostic capabilities are available on-site at VEG ER for Pets?
- VEG ER for Pets offers on-site diagnostic capabilities including Pet Ultrasound and X-rays, providing same-day results. They also perform in-house lab tests such as complete blood count, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis, ensuring faster results for pet owners.
- Can pet owners stay with their pets during treatment and hospitalization at VEG ER for Pets?
- Yes, pet owners are encouraged to stay with their pets throughout the entire visit at VEG ER for Pets, even during hospitalization or surgery. The clinic features an open concept hospital design, and staff ensure pet parents are comfortable, offering amenities like WiFi, snacks, beverages, pillows, and blankets during overnight stays.
- What types of emergency surgeries can be performed at VEG ER for Pets?
- VEG ER for Pets has highly trained emergency veterinarians on site to perform critical surgical procedures. 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).