VEG ER for Pets

Known for

• exotic pet care

  “Our emergency veterinarians have the training, tools, and equipment to treat your little or not-so-little one!”

• owner stay policy

  “No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.”

• walk-in service

  “No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.”

• exotics welcome

  “If it fits through the door, we'll see it!”

Services

About

VEG Lincoln Park is a 24-hour animal hospital providing emergency medical care for dogs, cats, birds, and exotics in Chicago. The facility offers urgent care, surgery, diagnostics, and hospitalization without requiring appointments. Pet owners are encouraged to stay with their animals throughout the entire visit, including during surgery and overnight hospitalization.

What people say

Praised for compassionate, quick, and transparent emergency care with skilled staff who support pet owners during crises. Some reports cite extremely high costs and a few instances of poor outcomes or negative experiences.

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