What types of pets does Veterinary Emergency Group in Encinitas treat?

Veterinary Emergency Group in Encinitas provides emergency and urgent care for a wide range of pets. This includes dogs, cats, small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, nonvenomous snakes, and lizards. The clinic is equipped to treat any pet that can fit through its doors.

What surgical procedures are available at VEG Encinitas?

A highly trained emergency veterinarian is always on site to perform critical procedures. The veterinary team is skilled in a range of emergency surgeries, including foreign body removal, surgery for GDV (twisted stomach), pyometra surgery, emergency C-sections, and splenectomies. Endoscopy is also available for non-invasive foreign object removal.

What diagnostic capabilities does the Encinitas VEG location offer?

The Encinitas VEG location offers on-site diagnostics and testing. This includes X-rays and point-of-care ultrasounds with same-day results. In-house lab tests such as complete blood count, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis are also performed for faster results.

Can pet owners stay with their animals during treatment or hospitalization at VEG Encinitas?

Yes, pet owners are encouraged to stay with their pets throughout their visit at VEG Encinitas. The facility features an open floor hospital plan, and pet parents can remain by their pet's side even during surgery, thanks to a viewing window. For overnight hospitalization, accommodations are available for owners to stay comfortably.

What is the VEG Blood Bank at the Encinitas location?

The VEG Encinitas location operates as a VEG Blood Bank, which provides blood for canines. This program facilitates donations from dogs to help save the lives of other dogs in need of transfusions. The stored blood can be utilized by any VEG hospital or shared with local veterinarians.

Veterinary Emergency Group

Veterinary Emergency Group is an emergency & critical care practice in San Diego, CA.

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Veterinary Emergency Group in Encinitas, CA, is a 24-hour emergency and urgent care animal hospital. The facility offers an open floor plan, allowing pet parents to stay with their pets throughout their visit, including a surgery suite with a viewing window. This location also operates as a VEG Blood Bank, providing canine blood for transfusions to dogs in need.

The clinic provides emergency care for all pets, including birds, reptiles, and exotic animals, without requiring appointments. Pet owners can walk in or call anytime to speak directly with a veterinarian. Located in Encinitas, the hospital serves the surrounding areas, including Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Rancho Santa Fe, and Solana Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What types of pets does Veterinary Emergency Group in Encinitas treat?: Veterinary Emergency Group in Encinitas provides emergency and urgent care for a wide range of pets. This includes dogs, cats, small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, nonvenomous snakes, and lizards. The clinic is equipped to treat any pet that can fit through its doors.
What surgical procedures are available at VEG Encinitas?: A highly trained emergency veterinarian is always on site to perform critical procedures. The veterinary team is skilled in a range of emergency surgeries, including foreign body removal, surgery for GDV (twisted stomach), pyometra surgery, emergency C-sections, and splenectomies. Endoscopy is also available for non-invasive foreign object removal.
What diagnostic capabilities does the Encinitas VEG location offer?: The Encinitas VEG location offers on-site diagnostics and testing. This includes X-rays and point-of-care ultrasounds with same-day results. In-house lab tests such as complete blood count, chemistry, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis are also performed for faster results.
Can pet owners stay with their animals during treatment or hospitalization at VEG Encinitas?: Yes, pet owners are encouraged to stay with their pets throughout their visit at VEG Encinitas. The facility features an open floor hospital plan, and pet parents can remain by their pet's side even during surgery, thanks to a viewing window. For overnight hospitalization, accommodations are available for owners to stay comfortably.
What is the VEG Blood Bank at the Encinitas location?: The VEG Encinitas location operates as a VEG Blood Bank, which provides blood for canines. This program facilitates donations from dogs to help save the lives of other dogs in need of transfusions. The stored blood can be utilized by any VEG hospital or shared with local veterinarians.

Contact & hours

Address

260 N El Camino Real
San Diego

Phone

(760) 377-6611

Website

veg.com/locations/california/encinitas

4.8 · 564 Google reviews

Recent reviews

3 months ago

Molly O'Connor

I cannot recommend VEG enough. They truly saved my cat’s life. I brought Moochi in not realizing he was experiencing a urinary blockage, something I later learned could have been fatal. From the moment we arrived, the entire VEG team was compassionate, calm, and incredibly knowledgeable. They took the time to explain everything clearly while also understanding how terrified I was. Hannah, the vet nurse, in particular made me feel so deeply comforted during one of the scariest moments of my life. Her kindness, patience, and reassurance meant more to me than I can put into words. That said, every single person we interacted with was amazing. My cat is a “spicy,” boy, and they treated him with so much respect and care. What meant the most to me was that they allowed me to be there while he was being treated. Being able to stay with him during that process gave me an incredible sense of peace and trust, something that is truly priceless in an emergency situation. He even had his own separate area during recovery, which helped immensely with his stress. He has now been diagnosed with FLUTD, meaning lifelong management, and the team made sure I felt informed, supported, and never alone in navigating what comes next. I am beyond grateful to VEG and their entire team. I will never forget this experience. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
4 months ago

Kristen Lyall

I am so grateful for the emergency pet clinic in Encinitas. I brought my cat in after he started throwing up repeatedly, and I was extremely worried. From the moment we arrived, the staff was compassionate, calm, and reassuring. They treated my cat with such care and took the time to explain everything clearly, which helped ease my anxiety during a very stressful situation. The veterinarian (Dr Campbell) & vet techs were thorough, kind, and never made me feel rushed. You can truly tell they care about both pets and their owners. I’m incredibly thankful for the quick attention and professionalism we received. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone who needs emergency care for their pet—you’ll be in excellent hands. The team did blood work, X-rays, ultrasound , fluid, etc. They were so efficient and thorough I included a photo of my kitty before going to the clinic (looking lethargic next to water bowl) and him immediately when we got home (so relieved).
4 months ago

Marc Bernstein

This was my first time coming to VEG. I was surprised to see the open area and how all of the people were working to help the pets and owners. I was blown away at how I was whisked into the treatment area right away and made comfortable, both my pet and myself. My Tibetan Terrier, Dottie, ended up having to stay for 2 1/2 days. She was very sick and would not have made it through the night had I not brought her in to the ER. My family came to visit a few times and were encouraged to ask questions about the treatment and her progress. The VEG team could not have made this experience any better under the circumstances. Praise all around!

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5 months ago

Nicole Gambino

Nothing but the most wonderful things to say to the incredible nurses and doctors that attended to our little bunny, Thor. He came in with GI Stasis and was not expected to make it. They saved his life twice, once via CPR and another in the middle of the night when they thought he might be giving up. They gave us the necessary time and ability to transfer him to the best exotic animal specialist in San Diego (Dr Cecil in Mira Mesa). And now after 5 days in the hospital, he is home in our arms. It’s the greatest gift I could have ever wished for and honestly a Christmas miracle. Thank you again to all the amazing people at VEG for your love, kindness, and compassion. ****NOTES to bunny owners: if GI Stasis happens to your bun, highly recommend going straight to Dr Cecil in Mira Mesa. He is the best exotic animal doctor, hands down.
3 months ago

Evelyn Evans

I have been so impressed with every aspect of care from VEG. I have had to take my dog Beau in almost daily for wound management and all the nurses, vets and other staff have been beyond competent and very caring during an incredibly stressful time. They also have communicated seamlessly with my regular vet and surgery center to make sure everyone involved in Beau’s care is informed. I am very grateful to everyone at VEG!

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