VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in Pikesville, MD. Procedures include Fluid therapy, Endoscopy, and Oxygen therapy.
About
VEG ER for Pets in Pikesville is a 24-hour emergency and urgent care hospital that provides medical services for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and other exotic animals. The facility is equipped to handle a wide range of emergency needs, including trauma, toxin ingestion, respiratory distress, and gastrointestinal issues. On-site capabilities include diagnostic testing, ultrasounds, x-rays, and emergency surgery, with an open floor plan that allows pet owners to remain with their animals throughout the duration of their visit and treatment.
The hospital serves the Baltimore area, including communities such as Catonsville, Owings Mills, and Woodlawn. The clinic operates on a walk-in basis, meaning no appointments are required or accepted for emergency or urgent care cases. Patients are triaged upon arrival, and the staff coordinates with family veterinarians to ensure continuity of care. The hospital also provides overnight monitoring for hospitalized patients and maintains a focus on compassionate, client-centered emergency medicine.
Surgical team
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Dr. Brough
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Dr. Smith
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Dr. Nacke-Horney
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Dr. Martin
Procedures
- Fluid therapy
- Endoscopy
- Oxygen therapy
Equipment
Frequently asked questions
- What types of exotic pets can be treated at this hospital?
- The hospital is equipped to provide emergency and urgent care for a variety of exotic animals, including birds, reptiles, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, and small mammals or pocket pets. They also treat turtles, lizards, and nonvenomous snakes. If the animal can fit through the door, the veterinary team is prepared to offer medical assistance.
- Does the clinic offer urgent care for non-emergency issues?
- Yes, the hospital provides urgent care for illnesses and injuries that cannot wait for a primary care appointment. This includes conditions such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation. Patients seeking urgent care are triaged immediately by an emergency veterinarian upon arrival.
- Can I stay with my pet during their hospital visit or surgery?
- Yes, the hospital features an open floor plan that allows pet owners to stay with their pets throughout their visit. This policy extends to surgical procedures, where owners may be invited to watch from a large viewing window, and overnight hospitalizations, where owners are welcome to stay with their pets in a comfortable setting.
- What diagnostic tools are available on-site?
- The facility is equipped with on-site diagnostic capabilities including x-rays, ultrasounds, and a variety of laboratory tests. These include complete blood counts, chemistry panels, urinalysis, cytology, and point-of-care infectious disease testing. Having these tools in-house allows the veterinary team to receive results quickly to inform treatment decisions.
Contact & hours
Address
1858 Reisterstown Rd
Pikesville
Phone