24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Sandy, Utah
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Dr. Nicole Underhill
Medical Director
Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Underhill, is a proud graduate of Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine’s inaugural class of 2018. She discovered her passion for emergency medicine early on, working in a specialty ER in Chandler, Arizona. There, she developed a strong interest in wound repairs, inpatient case management, and teaching. Dr. Underhill joined VEG in 2023 as an ER doctor and values the hospital's unique approach to care, where doctors sit on the floor to create a comforting, collaborative environment that keeps pets and their owners together. She takes great pride in being able to provide immediate care, offering relief to patients and their families from the moment they walk through the door.
VEG veterinary hospital in Sandy, Utah is open 24 hours, 7 days a week, offering the highest quality of pet emergency care in Salt Lake County. Our team provides emergency and urgent care to all animals including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other exotic pets.
24-HOUR VET CARE IN SANDY, NEAR SALT LAKE CITY
We’re conveniently located on S State Street, between E 11000s and 11400s; easily accessible from Ogden, Provo, and Salt Lake City. Call us or just walk in — no appointments needed or taken.
PARKING FOR OUR SALT LAKE COUNTY VET HOSPITAL
You’ll find parking directly outside our VEG veterinary emergency clinic entrance with accessible spaces right by the front door.
Need help bringing your pet inside? Just call ahead – one of our VEGgies will gladly meet you at the door.
PROMPT, COMPASSIONATE EMERGENCY VET CARE
VEG is staffed with a 24-hour veterinary team trained to handle pet emergency and urgent care needs. From treating your puppy for dehydration after walking the trails at the Dimple Dell Regional Park to helping a pet snake that lost its appetite, you can expect top-quality vet care at VEG Sandy.
VEG is a 24-hour walk-in hospital for pets in Sandy, Utah. You and your pet will receive emergency vet attention within seconds of walking through our door. Open 24/7, including holidays.
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
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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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