Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH)
West Springfield, MA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Emergency Specialty Hospital
- Practice tier
- Emergency
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- Yes
- Accepting new patients
- Yes
Species treated
Services
AVMA Specialties
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospitals (VESH) has served the pet owners of the greater Massachusetts area since 2006 by providing emergency & critical pet care 24-hours a day, 365 days a year - including holidays! Our board-certified specialists also offer referral pet care in Avian & Exotics, Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Oncology, and Surgery
At Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospitals (VESH) we have provided highly effective, advanced veterinary medicine combined with deeply compassionate care in a nurturing environment since 2006. We started in South Deerfield in a 10,300 sq. ft. facility offering emergency care to the pets in the area. As we grew, we expanded our offerings to include specialty services, advanced diagnostics, and cutting-edge equipment. In 2023, we were proud to expand our footprint and grow our team to open a second, 12,000 sq. ft. emergency and specialty hospital in West Springfield, MA
Mission — VESH provides expert, compassionate, specialty pet care, and 24/7 critical care for pets in the greater Massachusetts region. Above all, we are committed to treating both you and your pet with patience, respect, and kindness
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- 24/7 emergency
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Open 24 hrs
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Frequently asked
Is Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) accepting new patients?+
Yes — Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) is currently accepting new patients.
Does Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) offer emergency or urgent care?+
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) provides 24/7 emergency care.
Does Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) offer?+
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) offers Emergency, Surgery, Imaging, In House Lab, Hospitalization, End Of Life.
When was Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) established?+
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) has served the West Springfield, MA community since 2006.
What reviewers say
Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital in West Springfield operates as a 24/7 emergency and specialty medical facility providing comprehensive urgent and critical care for dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, and small mammals. The facility features a clean, professional environment staffed by knowledgeable veterinarians, skilled technicians, and attentive front desk personnel who manage triage-based emergency workflows. Services encompass diagnostic testing, surgical consultations, overnight hospitalization, and compassionate end-of-life support. While wait times can be extended during peak triage periods and overall costs reflect advanced hospital-level care, the team is widely recognized for communicating treatment plans clearly, keeping pet owners informed through regular updates, and handling high-stress medical crises with empathy and care.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.