24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Dr. Katrina Abell
Medical Director
Tufts University, Medford; Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton
Dr. Abell grew up in Maine and after graduating, pursued a one-year rotating internship, which cemented her love of emergency medicine and surgery. Dr. Abell started out as an emergency veterinarian at an emergency and specialty practice north of Boston, working exclusively in the ER and ICU, while exploring leadership opportunities. She joined VEG in 2021 as the Medical Director of VEG Cambridge, and assisted with the opening of VEG Boston. Dr. Abell aims to create an environment where pets and people are comfortable and where the team loves to work. When not focusing on her patients, she enjoys traveling, adventure, running, hiking, skiing, photography, and spending time with her family, including her rambunctious Chocolate Lab, Ruby.
VEG veterinary clinic in Cambridge, Massachusetts is open 24/7, offering pet emergency care across Middlesex County. We’re fully equipped to handle any animal emergency – big or small. Our team provides expert emergency and urgent care to dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and exotic animals and reptiles!
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VET CARE IN CAMBRIDGE
VEG animal hospital is just minutes from Arlington, Belmont, Medford, Somerville, and Watertown. Whether your parrot has stopped eating or your dog’s acting “off” after a day of adventure at Fresh Pond Reservation, don’t wait… call us or just walk-in — no appointments taken!
At VEG veterinary emergency hospital you can expect a team of veterinarian doctors, vet nurses, and assistants to provide ER-trained compassionate care. VEG’s state-of-the-art hospital is designed with an open floor plan hospital, where you can stay by your pet’s side.
PARKING INFORMATION FOR VEG IN CAMBRIDGE
The main entrance to VEG Cambridge can be found in the parking lot behind the building and is accessible from Concord Ave. and Fresh Pond Pkwy. Need help bringing your pet inside? Call ahead – one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door and ensure your pet receives prompt veterinary emergency care.
OUR VET SERVICES IN CAMBRIDGE INCLUDE:
Immediate triage
On-site diagnostic testing
Endoscopies
Oxygen therapy
Pain management
Surgeries
Ultrasounds
X-rays and more
Why Choose VEG ER for Pets
customer-focused veterinary emergency care
call us 24/7
Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to get your medical questions answered.
see a vet now
No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
stay together
No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
stress less
At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
Emergency Care
Exotic Pet Care
Pet Urgent Care
End-of-life Care
Vet Surgery
Endoscopy
Pet Ultrasound
and X-rays
Diagnostics
and Testing
Treatment and
Hospitalizations
open now for:
Emergency vet care, always open and ready
Learn more about VEG's 24/7 emergency vet care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the services at VEG ER for Pets
IS VEG OPEN 24 HOURS?
Yes, all VEG locations are open all the time – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – even on holidays and weekends to care for pet emergencies.
DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT?
At VEG, we don’t take appointments, because we deal with emergencies. When the unexpected happens, call us or walk in to your nearest VEG location 24/7 for immediate care.
HOW DO I KNOW IF IT’S AN EMERGENCY?
Never self-diagnose your pet. Sometimes you just can’t tell if your pet is having a true emergency. But VEG can. Call your local VEG anytime and a veterinarian will answer your medical questions and determine if you should come in.
CAN I GO TO VEG FOR URGENT CARE?
Yes, VEG offers Pet Urgent Care for injuries and illnesses such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation! Visit your local VEG and we’ll triage urgent care for your pet immediately. Learn more about the medical services we offer.
WHERE CAN I TAKE MY PET BIRD OR EXOTIC PET IN AN EMERGENCY?
VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.
DO I HAVE TO CALL BEFORE COMING IN?
Though you can just walk into any of our 24 hour hospitals, we recommend calling first so we’re familiar with the situation when you come in.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT VEG?
When you take your pet to VEG, you’ll be seen by a veterinarian right away, even before filling out paperwork. We’ll even meet you at your car if you need help bringing in your pet. No waiting in the lobby; you stay with your pet the entire time, even if surgery is involved. And yes, we’re pet lovers, but we’re people-friendly too! We’ll openly discuss diagnosis and treatment options. And we always make sure the pet patient and pet parent are as comfortable as possible.
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