Veterinary Emergency Group
4.7 (152) 2785 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77007, USAHours:
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:
| Rating | Provider | Total Review |
|---|---|---|
| 4.4 | AKC | 891 |
| 4.5 | ASPCA | 11,762 |
| 4.9 | Embrace | 17,198 |
| 4.9 | Fetch | 19,621 |
| 4.2 | Figo | 2,602 |
| 4.7 | Hartville | 165 |
| 4.9 | Healthy Paws | 10,008 |
| 4.9 | Lemonade | 805 |
| 4.6 | ManyPets | 2,344 |
| 4.0 | MetLife | 652 |
| 4.8 | Nationwide | 21,407 |
| 4.3 | Pet Assure | 12 |
| 4.5 | PetPartners | 113 |
| 4.3 | Pets Best | 12,237 |
| 4.6 | Pumpkin | 1,473 |
| 4.6 | Spot | 7,055 |
| 4.9 | Trupanion | 74,508 |
| 4.8 | Prudent Pet | 125 |
Or, you can simply get a fast quote from multiple providers and go from there.
Thinking of insuring your pet?
Get Quotes & CompareGetting 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
The absolute best at what they do!! Their compassion, quality, and attention to each patient that walks through the door is exceptional. I am so grateful for their sympathy and quick-to-respond reaction. It truly meant the world to me (as I am sure to all pet parents). I felt the genuine care the moment I walked through the door. I had to leave my 14-year-old 5 lb dog overnight and the nurses took such great care of her. Nurse MJ would send me update text messages of my dog at night (and even sent me a picture of her)! That small gesture was the most kindest and compassionate thing a nurse can do. We who are pet parents know the anguish one feels leaving their loved one at the hospital overnight. Therefore, I immediately knew this ER was amazing (amongst all the other things I described). I HIGHLY recommend taking your pet here for any emergency!! They will be in great hands and they do the most for your little fur baby. Thank you all very much!!
posted: 08/11/2023
Absolutely the best emergency room for pets that I’ve ever encountered! This ER is ranked #1 in my book. My baby was having respiratory problems and the team immediately went to work with him being top priority when I enter the doors. Staff very attentive , kind, compassionate and patient! Dr. D was simply amazing, special shout out to the Nurse Tech Allison is such an amazing , caring , considerate & supportive person professional, she made sure that me and Butter was taking care of the whole time, I love you girl!🥰 ! I love this team of doctors, nurses and.techs. Thank you ALL❤️
posted: 09/06/2023
My kitty Goose went in for vomiting and turns out she ingested a bikini string. Dr. Butts and the rest of the team saved her life and I couldn’t be more grateful. Dr. Butts was so kind and made sure to explain things in ways I understood/answered every single question I had. She told me about the surgical risks in a way that minimized stress but still emotionally prepared me. They made her and me feel so comfortable, and didn’t pass any judgement when I hardly left her side for two days. One of the vet assistants Brittany (I think that’s the term, I’m sorry if I’m wrong!) moved in one of the lobby couches to where Goose was staying and I was sitting in a chair, so I could be more comfy throughout the night. VEG beyond exceeded my expectations and I had no doubt at any point that Goosey was in great hands. At every single point I felt heard, informed, and never judged (even when I’m sure I was in the way at some points bc I hardly left lol). Jaelyn was also super sweet and kind to me throughout the process (and even gave me a sticker that looked just like Goose😭) Thank you to the rest of the team as well, who kept checking on us and bringing me snacks/water. I’ll never stop raving about the care Goose received, and even the care I received! If you need your pet looked at, this is the place to go🥹 I’ll forever be grateful that Goose is still here with me.
posted: 09/16/2023
Dr. Butts and the other vet techs took great care of my baby❤️ they were great with Fletcher and thorough in their explanations of treatment options and alternatives. The facility was very clean and well kept as well. Thank you VEG team!
posted: 08/29/2023
An emergency vet is never the place a pet parent wants to end up, and it certainly wasn’t on our agenda today. Unfortunately, when our 2 month old kitten misjudged a coffee table to couch jump (that he has made numerous times), we didn’t really have a choice. Lucky for us, Veterinary Emergency Group was the closest animal ER to where we live and we got our guy there post haste. The entire staff there was so welcoming and calming, offering this mess of a cat mom water and Kleenex while my partner was able to explain what happened. Every single staff member we interacted with was so calming and just really helped to deescalate our nerves and anxieties while also providing our kitten the best care. While I hope to not be a repeat customer, I will absolutely return to VEG for any emergency issue in our future.
posted: 07/03/2023
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