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201-438-7122
VEG San Diego
OPEN 24/7

VEG Emergency Vet in San Diego, California

24-hour animal hospital

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24 Hour Emergency Vet Clinic and Urgent Pet Care in
San Diego, California

Dr. Christopher Trott

Dr. Christopher Trott

Medical Director

Loyola Marymount University; Colorado State University 

Dr. Trott grew up in Southern California. After attending colleges out of state, he came back to San Diego to complete a rotating internship at a veterinary specialty hospital. As an emergency vet, Dr. Trott was intrigued by the new way of practicing ER medicine that was happening at VEG veterinary emergency hospitals. He especially appreciated the openness of the company, being able to allow clients to be involved in the treatment of their pets, and the ease of communication when people and their pets are kept together.  

Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in San Diego come in. From vomiting to complex surgeries, we treat emergency and urgent care needs for all kinds of pets—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.

Our San Diego, CA pet emergency hospital, at the corner of Camino de la Reina and Mission Center Rd. in Mission Valley, is within minutes of Carlsbad, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Mesa.

Parking for our San Diego pet hospital is convenient, with a large lot and accessible parking spaces. If you need assistance getting your pet into the hospital, call ahead—one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door. Your pet will receive urgent vet care and you never have to leave their side.

OPEN 24/7

980 Camino De La Reina
San Diego, CA, 92108-3290

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.

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Care, health, and safety blogs about every kind of pet, from fur to feathers, and shells to scales!

Birds & Exotics
Cats
Common Emergenices

the reviews are in!

28 May 2025

Bonnie Buck
Took my standard poodle in for what turned out to be a foxtail not only in the ear he complained about but also in the other ear! Thank goodness the vet checked both ears. I was able to stay with him the whole time. Dr. Reinhart was so kind and explained everything. Her assistant Jessica was so focused on my dog that she was like his personal attendant. I was able to stay with him the whole time and it was an amazing experience. Less stress for me as well as the dog. This is my number one pet emergency place from now on. The photo is post foxtail extraction, recovering from mild sedation.

17 May 2025

Holly Williams
If you have an emergency and are panicked about your pet, this is the place to go. The entire team was kind, efficient, and communicative— This was not my first pet ER visit, but as a new SD resident, I can honestly say it was the best one. They cared for my dog like she was their own…they obviously love their jobs!

30 April 2025

Amina Maslo
Big thanks to Dr. Chuck and his team. My dog Della ingested a needle and the first vet told us the only option was surgery. We came here because they told us over the phone they could also do endoscopy. After they reviewed the x-ray, the doctor recommended to induce vomiting and my dog got the needle out. During this whole time, vet technicians were on the floor with our dog to ensure she was comfortable, they were kind and attentive. They also allowed my other dog to come inside and offer comfort to her sister. This was the best outcome possible and we did not even need the surgery or anesthesia for the endoscopy. I am forever grateful!
37,359 Total reviews

4.8

Other locations Nearby

OPEN 24/7

VEG Oceanside

2224 South El Camino Real
Oceanside, CA, 92054-6368

OPEN 24/7

VEG Encinitas

260 North El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA, 92024

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