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Animal Emergency Hospital in Houston, Texas

We’re here for you and your pet, 24/7. Always open and ready to give compassionate emergency care when seconds count.

Trusted by 15K pet parents each year.

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years of caring for Houston’s pets

45+

pets treated at VERGI every year

15K

local partners with vets and rescues

350+

staff dedicated to emergency care

60

WE’RE OPEN 24/7

Immediate Walk-in Pet Emergency Care
8921 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas, 77024
(713) 932-9589

 
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You Can Count on VERGI

We’re Houston’s original 24/7 emergency pet hospital, committed to providing the highest quality care when your pet needs it most. Since 1977, our family-owned pet ER has been here for pets in crisis.

✓ Certified Doctors and Staff

✓ Advanced Training in Emergency Medicine

✓ Critical and Urgent Care

✓ State-of-the-Art Equipment

✓ On-Site Surgical Center

✓ In-House Lab & Pharmacy

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    Common Emergencies

    Know the signs of the most urgent pet emergencies and when to seek immediate care.

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    Before You Arrive

    We know it’s hard to experience an emergency with your pet. Be prepared before you arrive.

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    Care Financing

    Emergencies happen, but there are options to help with the cost of your pet’s care.

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Love from Our Pet Parents

Discover what families are saying about their experiences at VERGI. Read more of our Google Reviews.

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    “Vergi is my first choice when there is an emergency. The staff is efficient, knowledgeable and compassionate. In tough situations, Vergi provides the support and service to get through it.”

    — E.Q.

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    “You all blew me away with your service, I have to tell you....Other ER Vets in the area have never taken the extra steps you have, and I want to let you know how much I appreciate the extra mile you went for us.”

    — H.W.

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    "Thank you all very much for your time, patience, and compassion. I wish I could give 10 out 10 for superior care and customer service."

    — V.S.

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    "I can not speak highly enough of Vergi. If I could give a million stars, I would. So much love and thanks to Vergi and everyone who helped save Yeti's life."

    — R.D.

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A tabby cat with a surgical bandage on its paw and wearing a blue medical cone being treated by VERGI 24/7, Houston's original pet ER.