New VEG Pet Hospital Opens In Palm Desert

PALM DESERT, CA — Palm Desert and surrounding Coachella Valley pet owners have a new health care option for their furry companions.

VEG ER for Pets, a veterinary emergency hospital, opened May 14 at 73495 California 111, Palm Desert. The facility offers emergency care in veterinary medicine, including surgeries, ultrasounds, x-rays and more.

It is the first VEG hospital in the Coachella Valley, and the 12th location in California, following Anaheim Hills, Elk Grove, Encinitas, Larkspur, Oceanside, Palo Alto, Pleasant Hill, San Diego, San Jose, San Ramon and Santa Monica.

“When a pet parent walks into VEG Palm Desert, they will immediately feel they have finally found a place that will provide their family and pet the best emergency veterinary experience that exists,” said Dr. David Bessler, VEG founder and CEO. “Upon entering VEG Palm Desert, pet parents will feel a sigh of relief and comfort, as they are greeted with a friendly smile, empathetic attitude, and luxury comforts for them and their pet.”

VEG says it accommodates clients' needs.

"When a pet parent calls VEG, they speak immediately with a licensed veterinarian to get their medical questions answered. VEG customers don’t need to wait and worry in a lobby. Instead, triage begins as soon as they walk in the door, even before filling out paperwork. Pet parents are allowed to stay with their pet through all stages of treatment, including surgery and overnight hospitalization," according to a news release from the company.

VEG Palm Desert is open for pet emergencies 24/7, including holidays.

According to the company, VEG gives back to the pet-loving community through VEG Cares, an initiative benefiting underserved pets in crisis, and by supporting future emergency veterinarians by granting scholarships to D.V.M. students.

VEG, which stands for Veterinary Emergency Group, currently has more than 100 hospitals nationwide. The company was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in White Plains, New York. To learn more or to find a VEG location, visit veg.com.