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VEG ER for Pets

4.6
2785 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77007, USA

Best Pet Insurance in Houston, Texas 2026

Hours:

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

How to Save Money at VEG ER for Pets

Schedule Regular Vet Visits

One of the best ways to save on vet bills is to prevent expensive health issues before they develop. By scheduling regular wellness checkups, your vet can detect health issues early, helping you to avoid costly treatments and surgeries down the road.

Price Shop for Pet Prescriptions

Oftentimes our fur babies are prescribed human drugs off-label. Your vet is apt to charge more for these medications than you would pay at your local pharmacy. In fact, big-box or chain pharmacies can offer steep discounts. So it’s best to price shop.

Pet Insurance

Most pet insurance providers will pay between 80% and 90% of the vet bill. You can even get coverage for routine care and things like vaccinations and dental cleanings. If you do the math, you’ll most likely find that pet insurance makes financial sense in the long run as well as gives you peace of mind.

How Do You Choose the Right Pet Insurance Provider?

Pet Insurance Review makes it incredibly easy for pet parents to select an insurance provider they feel good about. You can use our handy comparison tool to get the gist of what a company offers. We’ve also collected over 150,000 reviews of insurance companies from real pet parents like you to rank the top providers in the market. Here is the current ranking of each:

Top Pet Insurance Providers of 2026
Rating Provider Total Review
4.9 Adoro 55
4.5 AKC 1,801
4.4 ASPCA 12,254
4.9 Embrace 20,009
4.9 Fetch 5,988
4.1 Figo 2,878
4.4 Hartville 184
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,407
4.8 Lemonade 837
4.6 ManyPets 2,416
4.7 MetLife 11,566
4.7 Nationwide 25,788
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 122
4.9 Pets Best 15,709
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,884
4.7 Pumpkin 3,624
4.6 Spot 11,669
4.9 Trupanion 55,034

Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.

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Getting to Know Your New Vet: Essential Questions to Ask

Choosing a new veterinarian is an important decision for any pet owner. You want to find someone who is competent, compassionate, and a good fit for you and your fur baby. To help you get the most out of your first appointment, here's a list of essential questions to ask your new vet:

Tell me about your experience with [pet type].

Different vets have different areas of specialization. Some are experts with cats, some dogs, some pocket pets, and some horses. Knowing that your vet has vast experience treating your specific type of pet can bring you peace of mind.

How do you handle emergencies?

You must know what to do in case of a pet medical emergency. Inquire what after-hours policy the clinic has, whether they have on-site emergency care available, and if they have a relationship with any nearby emergency animal hospitals.

How do you communicate with pet owners?

Good communication is key to building a trusting relationship with your vet. Ask how they prefer to communicate (phone calls, emails, online portal) and how often you can expect to hear from them.

Are there any breed-specific health concerns I should be aware of?

Some breeds are predisposed to certain health conditions. Knowing what to watch out for can help you catch problems early and get your pet the treatment they need.

Do you have any questions for me about my pet?

This is a great question to ask because the answer will show that the vet is interested in getting to know your pet as an individual and is willing to listen to your concerns.

Bonus question: Can I take a tour of your facility?

Getting a feel for the clinic's environment can help you and your pet feel more comfortable during your visits. Remember, you’re not just looking for a veterinarian, you’re looking for a partnership. Do not be afraid to ask these questions and any others you can think of. Any vet worth their salt will be happy to answer them. Because the more informed you are, the better equipped you'll be to make decisions about your pet's care! And that should be every vet’s top priority.

Reviews from Google

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Audra Volpe

The amazing team at VEG saved my best friend and I will forever be indebted to them (both literally and figuratively 😅). I called in a panic that my 12year old pitbull may have bloat, and staff on the phone suspected the same, so we sped right over. Within minutes of arrival, the vet techs had done scans to confirm her stomach was indeed twisting and she needed surgery immediately. It was all-hands-on-deck to swiftly get her catheterization lines placed and release gas from her abdomen to give her some relief while the operating suite was being turned over from another surgery. I was allowed to stay with my baby as they prepped her, which was unexpected and deeply appreciated (despite how upsetting it is to see your baby go limp with sedatives and get intubated). They recognized a possible adverse reaction to the sedative within minutes and quickly reacted to address it. They kept me appraised of every step they'd be taking, then gave updates throughout the surgery. By some miracle, (really by the magic of the talented VMDs there), my old lady not only survived a major complication, (total splenectomy), but also came through surgery and recovered swiftly. I was even allowed to stay with her post-op in her kennel, which was another unexpected and happy surprise to me. I went from thinking it was time to say goodbye to my beloved old girl, to bringing her home less than 24hours later. I write this review 1-week post-op, with my old lady happily snoring next to me, and am certain this wouldn't be the case if not for how well-trained and impressive VEG staff is. Every extra moment with this girl is priceless, and VEG gave me time I didnt think I'd be getting as soon as I knew her diagnosis at this age. THANK YOU VEG!!

Kimberley Cross

I honestly cannot say enough good things about my experience last night at the emergency vet for my daughter’s dog. I called and they told me to come in right away as soon as I got there, I was brought to the bag with no hesitation. The doctor immediately came over and asked questions and made me feel more comfortable, right. Once we started the whole process of why we went, the nurses were incredible. Not only were they comforting to my dog, but making me feel better as well. It was like watching a well-balanced orchestra and everyone was just working so well together and I would recommend this place hands-down to anyone who is in need of emergency vet.

Alex Spencer

I brought my dog in with concerns after a potential blockage. We were greeted and seen immediately. We were offered coffee, water, and snacks. We were offered to stay with our dog in the back and even during ultrasounds AND his all day hospitalization. Due to his anxiety we knew it would be best if we kept our distance as he worries more about me if I’m nearby, and the team was very understanding and very caring of him. Even after a few hours of leaving him the team sent me photos just so I could see how he was doing. I didn’t even ask, they offered! Before leaving him they asked if he liked watching anything on TV and I told them he liked lofi music and they said they would leave an iPad with him. I thought they were kidding but when I saw the photos I was shocked! He looked so comfortable while he was there. Picking him was easy, and checking out was easy. I feel really lucky that he improved and we didn’t have too much to worry about, especially seeing other families there dealing with more tragedy. The team there are heroes and I assume see a lot of trauma and to still be so kind and supportive shows how strong the staff is. While I hope to never have to go back to the ER, if I find myself in a situation in which I do I will abstain be coming back here.

Fiona Tolunay

Great experience all around! We took Jolene in on a busy Sunday after getting into a little scuffle with another pup and we were seen very quickly. All of our options and the cost of each option were explained to us and the tech answered all of the questions we had so that we could make a decision on how to treat Jolene’s wound. We decided to start by having the wound cleaned to asses the severity of it and our final decision was to give her a few staples to help her heal quicker. We were never pressured into choosing the more expensive option - I appreciated the integrity here! We were allowed to stay with Jolene the entire visit and they sent her home in a high quality cone to prevent her from trying to nip/scratch/or irritate the wound and interfere with the healing process - much appreciated! I took Jolene back today to have the staples removed and it was another great experience! Alex greeted us at the door with a smile and took us back straight away. Our vet tech Sonny was so patient and great with Jolene. She was super friendly and even took the time to answer questions I had about one of our other dogs which I really appreciated. So much love for the wonderful staff at VEG!

Breanna Castillo

I wish I could put 4.5 stars instead of 4 stars for this place. Around 5 days ago, my 1.5 year old cat, Cookie, was not eating, spitting up, and eventually had diarrhea. We assumed she just got into something bad, but then we realized she was not getting better at all. We got her bloodwork back from her primary vet and recommended us to go to Emergency Care. We ended up at this place, and it is very safe to say that the staff at this place are very friendly and immediately got to work once we called on our way over there. After some tests, they diagnosed her with Parvo, a fatal disease in both cats and dogs. We had two options, to hospitalize her as a critical care patient or put her down. We decided to hospitalize her and put them in their care for two days. On the second day, she seemed to have fully recovered from Parvo! We got to take her home and shes slowly getting back to her regularly scheduled feedings. These guys are miracle workers, and worked so hard to get my cat back to health. The reason why I took a star away was the process before she was put into ICU. She is a critical care patient and, while I understand how busy these places could be, they weren't attentive to us while we were in one of the checking rooms. We had to leave the room to get their attention, which were in 20 minute increments. It took over an hour to actually get the process of putting her into ICU started. Every minute counted when she was near death. Another reason why I put 4 stars is because of how dirty she was on her day of coming home. She had diarrhea all over her back end, and during our vists her cage was full of dirty towels and potty pads; however, I will cut them a bit of slack due to my cat being aggressive at the vet. My family and I offered to clean the cage since she was calm around us. Those were the only things that made me upset, but other than that they are amazing and are willing to work with you. Thank you VEG so much for saving my baby! :) I would also like to add, I forgot her name, but she had green and brown hair and she was one of the staff working there. She was so attentive and nice to us the entire time, and gave us the news and options to us in a sweet and passionate way. Along with Dr.Buts! She was our cheerleader the entire way, and comforted us during that very emotional time.

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