Veterinary Emergency Group

Veterinary Emergency Group Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Encinitas, CA is your 24-hour pet hospital. Open every day. Accidents, vomiting, poisoning —you name it, we’ve treated it.

Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) in Encinitas, CA is the 24-hour emergency urgent care, animal hospital for dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets. Our experienced ER vets and staff are always prepared for the unexpected. Plus, you stay by your pet’s side the entire time. Located within minutes of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Rancho Santa Fe, and Solana Beach, the veterinary services at VEG Encinitas include di

gital x-rays, ultrasound, endoscopy, animal surgery and more. Call to speak to our licensed vets or just bring your pet in… no appointment needed.

🛑 PSA: Venomous snake season is in full force 🐍🦟This is one of the most common emergencies we see in our pet ER during t...
04/25/2025

🛑 PSA: Venomous snake season is in full force 🐍🦟

This is one of the most common emergencies we see in our pet ER during the warmer months.

As pets spend more time outside—whether on hikes, at the park, or in the backyard—the risk of venomous snake and insect bites goes up.

Before heading outdoors:
– 🐾 Always supervise your pet
– 🌿 Stick to clear, open areas
– 📸 If your pet is bitten or stung, snap a photo (only if it’s safe)
– 🚑 Then get to VEG ASAP—we’re open 24/7 and ready to help

https://www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/post/dog-rattlesnake-bite

Want more timely tips to keep your pet safe this season?
Sign up for our newsletter: www.veg.com/newsletter-signup

04/24/2025

Special shoutout to our directors of first impressions - aka our Customer Experience Coordinators! 🥰 This week and every week, we celebrate you! ❤️

🎉 It’s Veterinary Receptionist Week, and at VEG, we know our receptionists as Customer Experience Coordinators (CECs)! 🌟...
04/23/2025

🎉 It’s Veterinary Receptionist Week, and at VEG, we know our receptionists as Customer Experience Coordinators (CECs)! 🌟

Last year, we flipped the script 📄on the traditional receptionist role, rebranding it as a CEC and then creating a real career path by adding a Lead CEC position. Why? Because we saw our receptionists had untapped potential, so we elevated their roles and created a growth path to truly reflect that. 🆙🆙🆙

For pet owners, a CEC helps us create an exceptional experience. When you call VEG, they’re the first voice you hear, and also the friendly face that greets you. They’ll guide you and your pet to our care team and through the entire experience to make a scary situation less stressful. 😁
To all our amazing VEGgie CECs: You make every visit special, 🤝😻🐶and we appreciate you! 🫶

https://www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/careers

Making sure that everyone feels welcome and included isn’t just talk at VEG. We’re an organization that embraces diversi...
04/22/2025

Making sure that everyone feels welcome and included isn’t just talk at VEG. We’re an organization that embraces diversity and values each and every customer, and every employee—our VEGgies.

Differing experiences bring varying perspectives, and help move our VEGolution forward. To deny that is like, well, the proverbial ostrich burying its head in the sand. (Sand abrasion? Bring that ostrich to VEG!)

So, to continue honoring , we’re posting an interview with one of our VEGgies who shares their experiences in belonging to the multi-cultural and LGBTQ+ communities. Find this insightful chat on our blog! https://www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/post/diversity-at-work-embracing-differences-creating-safe-spaces

04/21/2025

Vet med tip of the day: The best care starts with compassion — for pets and their people. 🥰😻

04/20/2025

If your pet gets into ma*****na, call and take them to VEG ER for Pets right away.

We're here to help people and their pets when they need it most! ❤️

💡 What questions would you like answered in the next Doctor's Orders video? ❓🩺 💬 ⬇️

We’ve seen it before and it happens more often than you think. If your pet 🐶eats w**d, call VEG ER for Pets day or night...
04/20/2025

We’ve seen it before and it happens more often than you think. If your pet 🐶eats w**d, call VEG ER for Pets day or night—all hospitals are open 24/7. 🏥 No judgement, just care. 🫶

At VEG, we’ve created the Customer Experience Coordinator (CEC) role, elevating the receptionist role with support that ...
04/20/2025

At VEG, we’ve created the Customer Experience Coordinator (CEC) role, elevating the receptionist role with support that builds development and leadership skills. CECs have oversight of the entire experience of people and their pets. Goals: achievable. ✅ Potential: attainable. ✅ Career: rewarding! ✅

As we thank veterinary receptionists everywhere for doing exceptional work, we are sharing the stories of some of our CECs on our blog. Discover how they’ve developed and flourished in their career at VEG. 🚀🚀🚀🚀

Thinking about a career with real growth and development? Say YES to the career you want ➡️ veg.com/careers

04/18/2025

With 4/20 around the corner, Dr. Sterk is breaking down the signs of ma*****na toxicity in pets—because yes, we’ve seen it all, and it happens way more often than you’d think. 🌿🐾

At VEG, we’re here for people and their pets when they need us most. ❤️
Save your local VEG ER info now so you're prepared in case of an emergency:
🏥👉www.veg.com/locations

💡 What questions would you like answered in the next Doctor's Orders video❓🩺 💬 ⬇️

Some dogs just gobble up anything in their path! That includes w**d. Buds, leaves, brownies, gummies…it happens more oft...
04/17/2025

Some dogs just gobble up anything in their path! That includes w**d. Buds, leaves, brownies, gummies…it happens more often than you think. Know that there’s no shame in our care game!

If you think your dog ate w**d, call us or come in anytime. We’ll have an open conversation about what may have happened, and you’ll stay with your pup as we check for things like:

🍃 Coordination loss
🍃Dilated pupils
🍃Irregular heart rate
🍃Low or high body temperature

Remember to act fast—your dog’s health is our #1 priority and we’re ready to handle any emergency with no judgment, just top-quality care!❤️

https://www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/post/dog-ate-w**d

04/14/2025

This , Dr. Sterk shares the most common garden hazard for pets—and her top tip to keep them safe while you enjoy the outdoors. 🌿🐾

At VEG, we’re always here for people and their pets when they need us most. ❤️
Be prepared: find your local VEG ER and save our info just in case.
🏥👉 www.veg.com/locations

💡 Have a question for Dr. Sterk? Drop it below for the next Doctor’s Orders video! ❓🩺💬⬇️

04/13/2025

Keep your pets safe this Easter! 🐣🐾
Planning an egg hunt? Make sure it’s fun and safe for your furry friends with these tips from Dr. Sterk! 💡🐶🐱

We’re always here when you need us most—day or night, holiday or not. ❤️
Save your local VEG emergency vet info now so you’re ready for the unexpected: 🏥👉 www.veg.com/locations

🩺 Got a question for our next Doctor’s Orders video? Drop it below! ⬇️💬

04/12/2025

🎤 Let’s settle this once and for all: it’s VEG, like VEGetable! 🎉

We’ve heard all the creative guesses (and had some laughs 😂), but now it’s official—our name says exactly what we do.

“Veterinary Emergency Group” was a mouthful, so we made it simple.
Same trusted care. Same incredible teams. Just easier to say: VEG ER for Pets. 🏥🐾

Drop a ❤️ if you’re loving the new look! ⬇️

In honor of National Pet Day , let’s talk about how to keep our furry friends healthy, happy, and safe! 🐾 We know you’ve...
04/11/2025

In honor of National Pet Day , let’s talk about how to keep our furry friends healthy, happy, and safe! 🐾 We know you’ve got the good stuff covered 🥰 🦴 🎾 but new pet parents—do you know the most common pet emergencies? Here’s what to watch out for:

🚨Choking on small objects
🚨Eating toxic foods or plants
🚨Dehydration and overheating
🚨Injuries from falling or bites
🚨Parvo (before vaccination)

Prevention is key, so knowing what to look for can help avoid a life-threatening situation with your new 🐶🐱 And of course, you can call or come to VEG anytime, 24/7!

https://www.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/post/common-puppy-kitten-emergencies

04/10/2025

VEG West Nashville is officially open! 🤠🩺

We’re proud to open our third location in the Nashville area—less than 20 minutes from Music Row!

At VEG ER for Pets, you can stay with your pet through every step of their emergency visit (even overnight), talk directly with a doctor right away, and feel confident knowing we welcome all kinds of pets—fur, feathers, scales, and more. 🐶🐱🦎🐦

We’re here to help more people and their pets when it matters most. Stop by and say hi—we’re ready when you need us! ❤️

📍3736 Annex Avenue

📲615.205.2463

https://www.veg.com/locations/tennessee/west-nashville

Our helps people and their pets when they need it most 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 🚀
10/18/2021

Our helps people and their pets when they need it most 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 🚀

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260 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA
92024

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+17603776611

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