How quickly will my pet be seen in an emergency?

Reviewers reported being seen immediately or within an hour, even when other ERs had several-hour waits. One patient with facial swelling was in and out in about an hour.

What happens if I can't afford the full treatment?

Staff provide referrals to lower-cost facilities and have helped transfer pets when cost was a barrier. One reviewer was given a list of cheaper options when out of budget.

The business publishes opening hours for all 7 days; call ahead to confirm current emergency availability.

VEG ER for Pets

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 456 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(456) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

General Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent CareSurgery & Specialty CareExotic & Avian Care

Services: General Veterinary Care, Emergency & Urgent Care, Surgery & Specialty Care
Reviews: 456

What recent reviews say

Staff greet emergencies with speed and genuine kindness, explaining every step while keeping both pet and owner calm. Dr. Bueck, Park, Mancino, Mendola, and Benavitz earned specific praise for precision diagnostics and ethical care, even helping owners find affordable alternatives when costs exceeded their budget. The team stays present during euthanasia, sends handwritten cards afterward, and offers small comforts like coffee and phone chargers during long waits.

Reviewers consistently note how hard the staff works and how they prioritize the animal's wellbeing over upselling. For routine eye issues, fish hooks, and complex internal diagnoses alike, the facility proved both efficient and attentive. One reviewer was seen within an hour for facial swelling; another spent 12 hours there during a chronic illness diagnosis and felt supported the entire time.

Praised for

compassionate, caring staff
skilled, precise doctors
clear communication and transparency
rapid emergency response
gentle end-of-life care

Watch-outs

high cost for some services

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Best for: Pet owners facing emergencies or needing euthanasia support with dignity

Think twice if: Budget-conscious owners should ask about costs upfront; diagnostic work and emergency fees can exceed $1,100

Strengths

Emergency treatment without long waits
Named veterinarians with diagnostic precision
Compassionate euthanasia support with follow-up cards
Transparent pricing and ethical cost counseling

Worth knowing

Named vets: Dr. Bueck, Dr. Park, Dr. Mancino, Dr. Mendola, Dr. Benavitz; Nurse Ben mentioned for attentiveness
Geoff (vet tech) praised for clear aftercare instructions
Handwritten condolence cards sent after euthanasia
Facility cleaned patient crates; offered coffee, phone chargers, and beds during long visits
One patient seen within an hour for facial swelling; another spent 12 hours during chronic illness evaluation

What reviews say by service

Emergency & Urgent Care: Rapid triage and immediate treatment; described as faster than competing ERs with backlog
Surgery & Specialty Care: Diagnostic imaging and internal medicine praised for precision; fish hook extraction and liver shunt diagnosis handled skillfully
General Veterinary Care: Eye drops and routine issues managed clearly with aftercare instructions
Exotic & Avian Care: No specific review evidence for this category

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.58 average across the 174 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 69% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 80

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 75

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

417

Common questions

How quickly will my pet be seen in an emergency?: Reviewers reported being seen immediately or within an hour, even when other ERs had several-hour waits. One patient with facial swelling was in and out in about an hour.
What happens if I can't afford the full treatment?: Staff provide referrals to lower-cost facilities and have helped transfer pets when cost was a barrier. One reviewer was given a list of cheaper options when out of budget.
Are you open 24/7?: The business publishes opening hours for all 7 days; call ahead to confirm current emergency availability.

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