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VEG ER for Pets

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 349 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(349) 90 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent CareLow-Cost / Affordable Vet CareVeterinary SurgeryExotic & Avian VetVeterinary DentistryLarge Animal / Equine Vet
VEG ER for Pets
Services
General Veterinary Care, Emergency & Urgent Care, Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Reviews
349

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise VEG's emergency team for combining speed with genuine compassion. Staff remain calm under pressure, explain every step clearly, and quote costs upfront, turning frightening moments into experiences of reassurance and skilled care.

The facility lets owners stay with their pets, names nurses and doctors (Dr. Haake, Dr. Bluhm, Dr. Thaeder, nurses Carri, Kendall, Joanne), and handles reactive animals with special consideration. Wait times are minimal even when fully booked; post-surgery follow-up calls are met with patience.

Praised for
  • compassionate and empathetic staff
  • clear communication and transparency about costs
  • fast diagnosis and treatment despite busy conditions
  • comfortable environment for anxious pets and owners
  • skilled veterinarians and nurses
Watch-outs
  • high emergency vet costs (acknowledged as standard industry)
  • no complaints found in reviews
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Best for: Pet owners facing urgent/emergency situations who value clear communication and compassionate handling over cost alone.
Think twice if: Emergency vet bills are expensive; VEG does not claim to be low-cost despite being listed in that category.

Strengths

  • 24/7 emergency availability
  • transparent cost communication upfront
  • owners can stay with pets during care
  • minimal wait times despite high demand

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Haake, Dr. Bluhm, Dr. Thaeder named as surgeons; nurses Carri, Kendall, Joanne praised
  • Offers owner visitation during multi-day stays and post-operative recovery calls
  • Wait time under 10 minutes reported even when fully booked
  • Complimentary water and snacks for waiting owners
  • Handles foreign object ingestions (plum pit, swallowed objects) with rapid turn-around (1 hour reported)
  • Performs on-site surgery with compassionate post-op follow-up

What reviews say by service

Emergency & Urgent Care
Fast, compassionate emergency response; owners report being in and out in an hour for urgent cases despite packed conditions.
Veterinary Surgery
On-site surgery with skilled doctors; post-op follow-up calls answered with patience and kindness.
General Veterinary Care
Handles routine follow-up care (deworming) during emergency visits with the same warmth.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Reviews acknowledge costs are high, typical of emergency facilities; no reviews support low-cost claim.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.57 average across the 104 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 59% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I stay with my pet during an emergency visit?
Yes. Owners can stay with their pets during treatment and recovery stays, and the team remains calm even when managing multiple pets and anxious owners at once.
How long is the typical wait time?
Reviewers report being seen in under 10 minutes even when the facility is fully booked with other emergencies.
Will they explain costs before treatment?
Yes. Staff provide transparent treatment options and cost breakdowns upfront, helping you make informed decisions about your pet's care.

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Last updated 2026-07-07