24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Dr. Allison Faust
Medical Director
University of Pittsburgh; University of Pennsylvania
Dr. Faust is a central PA native who grew up in Hershey, PA. She completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Pittsburgh (Hail to Pitt!) and obtained her veterinary degree from the University of Pennsylvania. After finishing her schooling, she began practicing as a primary care and urgent care veterinarian. She quickly developed a passion for emergency medicine and joined VEG in 2021 where she completed their NERD (New ER Doctor) Fellowship at VEG White Plains. She then helped open the VEG Philadelphia location in Center City Philly. During her time in Philadelphia, she completed the VEG ER Certificate and VEG Exotics Microcertificate programs as well as a Medical Director Apprenticeship. She is also actively involved in the VEG Campus Partners program in which she loves to mentor veterinary students. She has a special interest in all things feline, surgery, and leadership. Being able to improve the veterinary experience for the customers, pets, staff, and veterinary community in the Steel City is what drives her to be the best leader she can be for her team.
VEG animal hospital in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is open 24 hours, seven days a week, to handle any veterinary emergency in Allegheny County – big or small. Our animal care team provides pet emergency care for dogs, cats, birds, and even exotic animals. Our Pittsburgh veterinary clinic is conveniently located on the corner of Penn Ave and Spirit St; minutes from Bethel Park, Monroeville, and Ross Township. The entrance to VEG Pittsburgh is on the corner of Penn Ave. and Spirit St.
PARKING FOR OUR PITTSBURGH EMERGENCY VET HOSPITAL
Park in the Eastside Bond parking garage (first hour is free; rates may vary), which is accessible through two entrances. The first entrance is on Spirit St, off Penn Ave, directly behind our hospital. This entrance is open from 7am-10pm.
The second entrance is on Annie Pl, off Centre Ave, and is open 24/7.
Once you park:
Take Elevator 5 up and out to the sidewalk
Follow the Veterinary ER signs out to the sidewalk and to our front door.
Need help getting your pet into our hospital? There’s a 15-minute “white curb” drop-off zone on Spirit St. Call ahead and one of our VEGgies will meet you at the front door.
24-HOUR VET CARE WHEN YOU NEED IT MOST
Whether your dog seems unusually tired after a day at Riverview Park or your cat has been vomiting more than once, call us or walk in — no appointments taken.
Get expert emergency or urgent care for your pet from our team of compassionate veterinary doctors, vet nurses, and skilled assistants. At VEG, you can stay by your pet’s side at all times, even if your pet requires overnight hospitalization.
VEG emergency vet hospital in Pittsburgh is open 24/7, even on holidays for you and your pet.
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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