24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Upper East Side, New York
Dr. Joyce Wagner
Medical Director
Middlebury College; Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine; NYC Veterinary Specialists, small animal medicine and surgery rotating internship
Prior to joining VEG, Dr. Wagner practiced emergency medicine in New York for over 15 years and was the Medical Director for a specialty and emergency center. Dr. Wagner is certified as a RECOVER CPR instructor.
Our VEG veterinary emergency hospital in Manhattan’s Upper East Side is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week to provide the highest quality of emergency and urgent vet care for pets in NYC. VEG’s vet staff treats all types of pets: cats, dogs, rabbits, birds, reptiles, and exotic animals.
24-HOUR EMERGENCY VET CARE IN UES
VEG is conveniently located on 2nd Ave between 63rd St and 64th St. We’re available for pet parents on the Upper East Side, as well as NYC’s East Harlem, Midtown East, and Upper West Side neighborhoods. This ER for pets is also a short distance from Long Island City. Call us or just walk in – no appointments taken.
PARKING FOR OUR UES, MANHATTAN VEG
There are parking garages on various nearby streets:
- E 63rd St (around the corner from VEG)
- E 64th St
- E 65th St
On-street parking available depending on the day/time.
If you think you’ll need help getting your pet inside, just give us a call. One of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
IMMEDIATE VET CARE—OPEN 24/7 INCLUDING HOLIDAYS
Come to VEG emergency clinic on the Upper East Side and expect:
- Prompt, compassionate pet emergency care where you’ll see an ER vet right away
- An emergency-trained vet team ready to provide skilled, round-the-clock medical care
- An open design plan hospital, where you can stay by your pet’s side the entire time
- Record sharing and collaboration with your primary care vet for a seamless experience
- A comfy space in our hospital if you choose to stay overnight with your hospitalized pet
VEG is open 24/7 for all kinds of emergencies. So, whether your cat needs emergency surgery or your dog just seems “off” after a day of socializing at the Carl Schurz Park, come to VEG for urgent pet care when you need it most.
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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