VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in Cary, NC. Procedures include Emergency C-sections, Oxygen therapy, Foreign body removal, and Fluid therapy.
About
VEG ER for Pets in Cary is a 24-hour emergency and urgent care hospital dedicated exclusively to veterinary emergencies. The facility is equipped to handle a wide range of acute medical needs, including trauma, toxin ingestion, respiratory distress, and gastrointestinal issues. Their medical team provides comprehensive emergency services, including in-house diagnostics like bloodwork, ultrasound, and x-rays, as well as emergency surgical procedures such as foreign body removal, splenectomies, and C-sections. The hospital features an open-plan design that allows pet owners to remain with their animals throughout the triage and treatment process.
Serving the Wake County area and surrounding communities, the clinic operates 24/7, including holidays and weekends, to provide immediate care without the need for appointments. The staff is trained to treat dogs, cats, and a variety of exotic pets, including birds, rabbits, and reptiles. In addition to emergency care, the hospital functions as a canine blood bank and offers end-of-life services. They maintain a collaborative approach, sharing medical records with a patient's primary care veterinarian to ensure continuity of care.
Surgical team
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Heather Rhoden
DVM
Dr. Rhoden is a Nebraska native who earned her DVM in 2014 and has served as a clinical instructor in Emergency and Critical Care at NC State's Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
Procedures
- Emergency C-sections
- Oxygen therapy
- Foreign body removal
- Fluid therapy
- Pyometra surgery
- Splenectomies
- Endoscopy
Equipment
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Frequently asked questions
- What types of pets can be treated at this emergency hospital?
- The hospital is equipped to provide emergency and urgent care for a wide variety of species. This includes dogs and cats, as well as small mammals and pocket pets like ferrets, rabbits, and guinea pigs. They also treat exotic animals such as birds, turtles, snakes, and lizards. If the animal can fit through the door, the veterinary team is prepared to offer medical assistance.
- Does the hospital require an appointment for emergency or urgent care?
- No, appointments are not taken at this facility. Because the hospital is dedicated to emergency and urgent care, they operate on a walk-in basis 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. While you are welcome to walk in at any time, the staff recommends calling ahead so they can be prepared for your arrival and the specific needs of your pet.
- What diagnostic capabilities are available on-site?
- The hospital is equipped with in-house diagnostic tools to provide rapid results, which helps in making timely treatment decisions. On-site capabilities include complete blood counts, blood chemistry panels, point-of-care infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis. Additionally, the facility offers on-site x-rays and point-of-care ultrasounds to assist in the immediate assessment of emergency patients.
- Can I stay with my pet during their treatment or hospitalization?
- Yes, the hospital utilizes an open-plan design that encourages pet owners to stay by their pet's side at all times, including during triage and treatment. If a pet requires overnight hospitalization, owners are welcome to stay with them. The facility provides amenities such as wifi, snacks, beverages, and pillows and blankets to ensure that owners remain comfortable while staying close to their pets.
Contact & hours
Address
2030 Kildaire Farm Rd
Cary
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