28223 John R Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071

Urgent & Emergency Care · Madison Heights, MI

Care for Your Pet When They Need It Most

"Trusted by pet parents and veterinarians across Southeast Michigan since 1971."

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28223 John R Rd
Hours
Mon–Sat 10–7 · Sun 12–8

The Practice

When your pet is hurt or sick, you need compassionate care, without the wait.

For over fifty years, Veterinary Urgent Care has helped pets feel better when they need it most. Our experienced team treats urgent and emergency conditions when your regular vet isn't available, with shorter waits than an emergency hospital and seamless communication back to your primary veterinarian.

A team member caring for a dog at Veterinary Urgent Care

When To Come In

If Something Seems Wrong, Don't Wait

Signs it's time for an urgent visit. When in doubt, call us, we'll help you decide.

01

Breathing

Coughing, labored or noisy breathing

02

Pain

Whimpering, restlessness, yelping, hiding

03

Ears

Head shaking, scratching, odor or discharge

04

Skin

Hot spots, itching, licking, rashes

05

Allergic Reactions

Hives, facial swelling, sudden welts

06

Urinary

Straining, frequent urination, accidents indoors

07

Stomach

Vomiting, diarrhea, not eating

08

Wounds & Limping

Cuts, bites, sudden limping or injury

Call (248) 547-4677

Why Choose Us

Faster, Calmer, Connected

01

Shorter Waits

Less waiting than an emergency hospital, so your pet is seen sooner.

02

Experienced Team

Veterinarians trained specifically in urgent and emergency pet care.

03

Seamless Communication

We keep your regular veterinarian in the loop, every step.

04

Convenient Hours

Open when your primary vet may be closed, including Sundays.

05

Same-Day Appointments

Call and we'll work to see your pet today.

06

Flexible Financing

Pay over time with Cherry: no hard credit checks and 0% APR options.

Advanced Care

Dog Knee (ACL/CCL) Surgery

Torn cruciate? Dr. Dana Sweeton repairs it with the proven Modified Maquet Procedure (MMP) to get your dog walking comfortably again.

Learn about cruciate surgery
X-ray of a dog knee repaired with the MMP at Veterinary Urgent Care

Questions

Good to Know

Are You an Emergency Vet?

We provide urgent and emergency care, often with shorter waits than a full emergency hospital. Please call us when you are on the way so we can prepare for your visit.

Do I Need an Appointment?

Same-day appointments are available. Call (248) 547-4677 and we'll get your pet seen quickly.

Do You Work with My Regular Vet?

Yes. We communicate with your primary veterinarian so your pet's care stays seamless.

Do You Offer Financing?

Yes. We offer Cherry, treat now and pay over time with no hard credit check and 0% APR options, and we also accept CareCredit if you are approved.

Find Us

On John R, in Madison Heights

Easy to reach from Royal Oak, Warren, Troy, Hazel Park, and across Oakland County.

Address
28223 John R Rd
Madison Heights, MI 48071
Hours
Mon–Sat: 10am–7pm
Sunday: 12pm–8pm
Call (248) 547-4677

Veterinary Urgent Care

Hurt or Sick? We Can See Your Dog or Cat Today

Same-day appointments and shorter waits than the emergency hospital.

Call (248) 547-4677