24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Millburn - Short Hills, New Jersey
Dr. Jennifer Kunisch Miller
Medical Director
University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Jennifer Kunisch Miller is an experienced emergency veterinarian with a strong passion for emergency medicine. A 2016 graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Jen discovered her love for emergency medicine early in her career, drawn to its fast pace, complex problem-solving, and the constant pursuit of clinical excellence.
Since joining VEG ER for Pets in 2018, Dr. Jen has played a key role in fostering a culture of teamwork and communication between emergency teams, primary care veterinarians, and pet owners. In addition to her clinical work, she serves as a medical director and actively mentors the next generation of ER doctors through VEG's NERD (New ER Doctor) program, reflecting her deep commitment to professional development and medical excellence.
Dr. Jen is proud to offer compassionate, high-quality emergency care to the pets and families of Millburn and the surrounding communities.
VEG ER for Pets in Millburn-Short Hills is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing high-quality veterinary emergency care. We treat all types of pets—dogs, cats, rabbits, even avians and exotics!
Discover the VEG difference, with our open floor plan hospitals, pet-parent participation, and an emergency-focused team that’s always ready to expect the unexpected.
Whether you have a dog that started limping during a hike in Briant Park or a cat who keeps vomiting, or any emergency, our skilled veterinarian staff in Millburn-Short HIlls will prioritize your pet immediately. No waiting in a lobby, you’ll see a veterinarian right away.
If your pet needs surgery, VEG Millburn has a surgical suite with the latest technology, and if hospitalization is required, you can stay by your pet’s side, even overnight.
Our Millburn, NJ pet emergency hospital is located on Morris Tpke, within minutes of Chatham, Maplewood, and Springfield.
Parking for our Millburn-Short Hills pet hospital is convenient, with accessible parking spaces just outside our front door. If you need assistance getting your pet into the hospital, call ahead—one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
why choose veg
customer-focused veterinary emergency care
call us 24/7
Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian to get your medical questions answered.
see a vet now
No appointment needed, come in 24/7. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
stay together
No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
stress less
At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
open now for:
Emergencies
High-quality critical care for when the unexpected happens.
point-of-care ultrasound
Non-invasive, soft-tissue imaging with same-day results.
urgent care
For injuries or illnesses that simply cannot wait.
x-rays
Performed on site to immediately diagnose fractures, stones, foreign ingestions, and more.
diagnostics + testing
Done right in our hospital for less wait time and fast results.
end-of-life care
Comfortable, compassionate, close-to-home care during the most difficult time.
surgery
A high-quality veterinarian is on site for emergency operations.
treatment + hospitalization
Care starts right away; if your pet needs to stay overnight, you can too.
