VEG ER for Pets
VEG ER for Pets is an emergency & critical care practice in Brooklyn, NY.
About
VEG ER for Pets in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, is an emergency veterinary hospital providing 24/7 urgent and emergency care for a wide range of animals, including dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rodents, and exotic pets. The hospital offers critical services such as emergency surgery, endoscopy for foreign object removal, on-site ultrasound and X-rays, and in-house diagnostics like bloodwork and urinalysis. They also provide treatment and hospitalization, with an open concept hospital design that allows pet owners to stay by their pet's side throughout the entire visit.
Located at 87 Kent Ave, the clinic serves the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn and is minutes from Bedford-Stuyvesant, Bushwick, and Greenpoint. It operates on a walk-in basis, with no appointments needed for emergencies. Pet owners can call anytime to speak with a veterinarian for medical questions or guidance on whether to bring their pet in.
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Photos via Google · Lisa C, Augustus Tyde, VEG ER for Pets, Tanvi Tandon, Claren Walker
Frequently asked questions
- What types of animals does VEG Williamsburg treat for emergencies?
- VEG Williamsburg treats a wide range of veterinary emergencies for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, rodents, and exotic animals. This includes small mammals, ferrets, rabbits, guinea pigs, turtles, nonvenomous snakes, and lizards. The hospital is equipped to handle various species when they need emergency or urgent care, accepting any pet that fits through the door.
- What specialized emergency services are available at VEG Williamsburg?
- VEG Williamsburg provides a range of emergency services including critical procedures like foreign body removal, surgery for GDV (twisted stomach), pyometra surgery, emergency C-sections, and splenectomies. They also offer endoscopy for non-invasive foreign object removal, on-site ultrasound and X-rays, and in-house diagnostics such as complete blood count, chemistry, infectious disease testing, cytology, and urinalysis.
- Can pet owners stay with their animals during treatment at VEG Williamsburg?
- Yes, pet owners are welcome to stay with their pets throughout the entire visit at VEG Williamsburg. The hospital features an open concept design, allowing owners to be present from the moment they walk in, even during procedures or overnight hospitalization. This approach aims to reduce stress for both pets and their owners, and staff ensure comfort with amenities like Wi-Fi, snacks, and blankets.
- Does VEG Williamsburg offer urgent care for less severe conditions?
- Yes, VEG Williamsburg provides urgent care for injuries and illnesses that require prompt attention but may not be life-threatening emergencies. This includes conditions such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation. Pet owners can walk in without an appointment for immediate triage by one of their emergency veterinarians.
- What is the process for bringing a pet to VEG Williamsburg for emergency care?
- For emergency care at VEG Williamsburg, no appointment is needed; pet owners can walk in at any time. It is recommended to call ahead so the staff can be familiar with the situation upon arrival. Upon entering, a veterinarian will see the pet right away, even before filling out paperwork. Owners can stay by their pet's side throughout the visit.