Veterinary Emergency Group

4.8 (242)
4716-A Sharon Rd Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28210, USA

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 Veterinary Emergency Group

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 2024
Rating Provider Total Review
4.4 AKC 890
4.7 ASPCA 11,646
4.9 Embrace 15,682
4.9 Fetch 2,669
4.4 Figo 2,646
4.7 Hartville 164
4.9 Healthy Paws 7,521
4.9 Lemonade 805
3.2 ManyPets 2,356
4.6 MetLife 577
4.8 Nationwide 21,398
4.3 Pet Assure 12
4.7 PetPartners 112
4.5 Pets Best 7,244
4.3 Pumpkin 1,340
4.7 Spot 6,404
4.9 Trupanion 60,501
4.8 Prudent Pet 125

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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Kristen Race

Our German Shepherd was attacked and needed immediate emergency care. I did a quick Google search as it was 7 pm on a Saturday night and her regular Vet office was closed (as most offices are). I am so grateful the VEG care was open 24 hours and took her in immediately. All of the staff were incredibly kind and professional. The office worked well as a team to take care of our pup. Dr. Jon, Anthony and all the nurses were amazing. Our pup is feeling much better and healing well thanks to the care VEG gave her. I highly recommend if your pet needs emergency care.

posted: 08/27/2023

Nancy Leyton

I cannot express strongly enough, the excellent care that Binky received at VEG. When I brought Binky in, the team was waiting for Binky. They immediately got to work on Binky and made him comfortable. It was all hands on board. I received texts and calls every day, every shift. It was such a relief to know and get an update so often. I will never take my animals anywhere else. Veterinary Emergency Group has an amazing group of experienced clinicians and the receptionist was part of how great this place is run!

posted: 10/28/2023

Melody Griffin

10+ stars all the way! Vets, techs, nurses, front desk and security were all amazing. They saved my baby’s life while letting me be right there the whole time, listening and answering any questions I had. I never once felt like I was bothering them, they all seemed like family even 5 minutes after walking through the door. Very knowledgeable, I saw them work many different situations in the 24 hours I was there and oh my gosh, the care they showed - to the owners, the pets, the extra love they gave to the ones who’s owners couldn’t stay. I feel that it made a huge difference in the outcome for my little guy with me being there to hold him, talk to him and comfort him through the night. Love the open concept, we’ll never go anywhere else. Pic when he got to feeling a little better and was getting a bit of his chihuahua spice back, he earned a “I’m Spicy” badge on his cage lol!

posted: 10/25/2023

Alexandra Hofman

My sweet kitty had a severe asthma attack out of nowhere at 4:00 AM that woke us up. We rushed him over to the Veterinary Emergency Group and they quickly got him into an oxygen tank. They did an excellent job reassuring us, educating us, and keeping an eye on him while he stabilized. They were also dealing with 3 or 4 other emergencies at the same time, so we were impressed with their ability to jump from one emergency to another. Our sweet boy is now on daily medication, and we're so grateful for the Veterinary Emergency Group for helping him.

posted: 09/20/2023

Heather

Early this morning, I was told that Bun Bun organs were shutting down and would probably die today. I was advised to get him euthanasia. My son had bathed him without my permission and didn't dry him all the way. He was cold and not moving too much. We tried to warm him up at home. I became worried and got a referral to this place. I had to drive from Kernersville to Charlotte. I spoke to them over the phone and even did the pre check in. The medical team was nice, but I don't think they knew how to treat bunnies, and they should have just said that. It was a group of them. His heart rate was 80 when we got there 40 when we left. I didn't see these vital signs, but this was told to me. I decided to bring him home so my kids could say goodbye. When we got home after 3 am. Bun Bun was up and warm. I will say this experience has taught me to make some adjustments with his care. During this process when I was told the bad news. They made sure I paid the deposit. I was told I will be refunded 120 dollars back on my card. I don't know if they were ever able to get an IV in him. They did put some warm water glove in the box i brought to make him comfortable. I am just glad I didn't listen to them. I don't trust Vets after this. I need to be refunded more of my money to be honest. The pictures and video I added are of this morning. Update the director did call and was very pleasant. I do appreciate that.

posted: 10/25/2023