24 Hour Emergency Vet Clinic and Urgent Pet Care in
Chelsea, New York
Dr. Jen West
Medical Director
University of Florida; University of Edinburgh, Scotland
A native of Florida, Dr. West developed her passion for animals at a young age. Her unwavering dedication to emergency medicine and surgery led her to VEG, where she also completed a specialized externship in emergency care (VEG’s New ER Doctor program aka NERD). At VEG Chelsea, she ensures that her patients receive top-notch care in their most critical moments.
Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where our emergency vets in Chelsea 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 Chelsea pet emergency hospital in New York City is located on 6th Avenue between W 24th and W 25th Streets. It is easily accessible if you live in Chelsea, as well as NYC’s Flatiron, Union Square, and West Village neighborhoods.
Parking near VEG Chelsea pet hospital includes on street parking, available from 6pm to 8am Monday through Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday. There are also parking garages on 23rd and 24th Streets near 6th Avenue.
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.
Did you know?
VEG Chelsea is a VEG Blood Bank location, which provides blood for canines. These donations help save the lives of dogs in need of transfusions. The blood we store can be available to a VEG hospital or shared with a local veterinarian. It’s one more way VEG can give back to the community. You can help by signing up your dog to be a blood donor. Find out more or ask one of our VEGgies about the VEG Blood Bank.
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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