Veterinary Emergency Group
Veterinary Emergency Group is an emergency & critical care practice in San Jose, CA.
About
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in San Jose specializes in 24/7 emergency and urgent veterinary care, operating as a walk-in hospital without appointments. The clinic offers a unique approach where pet owners can stay with their pets throughout the entire treatment process, including during hospitalization. VEG San Jose also functions as a blood bank, providing canine blood donations for transfusions to dogs in need, both within VEG hospitals and to local veterinarians.
Serving Santa Clara County and surrounding areas like Fremont, Milpitas, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale, the San Jose location is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The facility handles a wide range of emergencies for all types of pets, including exotic animals, and provides services from diagnostics and surgery to end-of-life care. Pet owners can speak with a veterinarian by phone anytime or walk in for immediate care, with a focus on quick assessment and transparent treatment discussions.
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of pets does VEG San Jose treat for emergencies?
- VEG San Jose is equipped to handle emergencies for a wide variety of pets, including dogs, cats, small mammals, pocket pets, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, birds, reptiles, turtles, snakes (nonvenomous only), and lizards. The clinic states they will treat any animal that fits through their doors, ensuring comprehensive emergency care for diverse species.
- Does VEG San Jose require appointments for emergency care?
- No, VEG San Jose does not require appointments for emergency or urgent care. The clinic operates on a walk-in basis 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including holidays and weekends. Pet owners can call ahead to inform the staff of their arrival, but immediate care is provided upon walking in.
- What is the VEG Blood Bank at the San Jose location?
- VEG San Jose operates as a VEG Blood Bank location, providing blood for canines. These donations are crucial for saving the lives of dogs requiring transfusions. The stored blood can be made available to other VEG hospitals or shared with local San Jose veterinarians, contributing to the community's animal care network.
- Can pet owners stay with their animals during treatment or hospitalization at VEG San Jose?
- Yes, pet owners are encouraged to stay with their animals throughout the entire treatment process at VEG San Jose. This includes being present during initial assessment, procedures, and even overnight hospitalization. The clinic aims to reduce stress for both pets and owners by allowing continuous companionship.
- What diagnostic and treatment services are available at VEG San Jose?
- VEG San Jose offers a range of diagnostic and treatment services, including endoscopy for foreign object removal, on-site pet ultrasound and X-rays with same-day results, and in-house lab tests like complete blood count, chemistry, and urinalysis. Treatment options include fluid therapy, oxygen therapy, transfusions, and feeding tubes, with hospitalization available.
Contact & hours
Address
725 Ridder Park Dr #85
San Jose
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