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VEG St. Petersburg
OPEN 24/7

VEG Emergency Vet
st petersburg, Florida

24-hour animal hospital

call now and speak to a doctor:

24 Hour Emergency Vet and Urgent Pet Care in
st petersburg, Florida

Dr. Stacy Nelson

Dr. Stacy Nelson

Medical Director

University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Nelson graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She spent years working in emergency and has developed a passion for it. Dr. Nelson owned a hospital for 9 years and has managed several ERs and Specialty Centers. She says, “I love being in ER at VEG because we are not normal!” She enjoys helping people and empowering her team to learn and grow. Dr. Nelson is a proud wife to Doug and mom to 3 amazing kids. They have 5 dogs and 7 horses and spend most of their family time with them.

Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg, FL pet emergency hospital is within minutes of Bardmoor, Lealman, Pinellas Park, and Treasure Island. VEG St. Petersburg is located on 4th St. N., off Rt. 92/State Road 687, between 96th Ave. N. and 99th Ave. N.

Parking for our St. Petersburg pet hospital is convenient, with accessible parking right outside our door. 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

9675 4th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL, 33702-2515

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 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.

bark blog

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!

23 March 2025

Jamie Whitacre
No pet parent ever wants to see their furchild suffering, scared, and in pain…but having a place where their worst days (and yours let’s be honest) are met with such compassion, a judgement free zone, and the ability to walk the journey alongside your pet makes a WORLD of difference. Over the past week and a half we have been calling, sleeping on the floor, cuddling on couches, and bonding with the entire team. Your Vet model has made one shy and anxious dogs stent with gastroenteritis and pancreatitis feel like we were cared for by family. We are forever thankful for your entire team assisting in payments, insurance, making us feel apart of the process, the red carpet exit on discharge, and even going as far as to help with my car when its battery died. The St. Pete location near us truly goes above and beyond in all they do! We are VEG advocates through and through ❤️. Special shoutouts to: - Dr. Burns, Dr. Manning, Dr. Riddick, Dr. Stacy Nelson, and Dr. Sparks. - VEG Nurses: Amy, Olivia, Haley, Elexis, Gigi, Brittany, Marykate, and Katelyn. - CECs: Mike, Kevin, Vanessa, and Candice. Love - Finn, Jamie, & Dom

19 March 2025

See Ya
I hope no pet ever needs an emergency visit, but if one does, VEG ER is the place to go. We had an excellent experience at VEG ER. It’s a warm, welcoming clinic that’s very well set up. Dr. Sparks provided thorough care and took the time to explain everything about our pet’s health. The front desk staff, especially Mike, was so friendly and made check-in a breeze, ensuring we were comfortable throughout the process. Jennelle, the nurse, was great at explaining the medication and follow-up steps. It’s clear that the entire team is passionate about animals and genuinely cares for their well-being. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for top-notch care!

9 March 2025

Giannina Aponte
This was my first time going to Veterinary Emergency Group. As soon as I parked, a team was already outside, ready to receive my dog—without me even having to call ahead. The response was immediate, and within seconds, three people were working on him. The service was not only fast but also highly communicative. The veterinary assistant, Luba, was amazing—she explained everything clearly, kept me informed, and made sure I could be by my dog’s side the entire time, even during his X-ray. The level of care and transparency at VEG is truly unmatched. Highly recommend!
37,359 Total reviews

4.8

Other locations Nearby

OPEN 24/7

VEG Clearwater

2178 Gulf to Bay Boulevard
Clearwater, FL, 33765

OPEN 24/7

VEG South Tampa

1501 South Dale Mabry Highway
Tampa, FL, 33629-5837

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