Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency

Charlottesville, VA

At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Specialty Referral
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Emergency Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Rehab

AVMA Specialties

Cardiology Internal Medicine Oncology Ophthalmology Radiology Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a full-service veterinary hospital providing 24/7 emergency services and advanced specialty care for dogs and cats. We partner closely with the general practice community to provide personalized, coordinated care. In addition to emergency services, we offer board-certified specialists in internal medicine, surgery, cardiology and oncology as well as a rehabilitation department to help serve our community's pets. From our state-of-the-art medical facility to our highly skilled team, we’re dedicated to giving your canine and feline companions the best possible care

Our team has been caring for the complex medical needs of Virginia's pets since 2010. Seeing a need for advanced care, our founders came together to bring specialized veterinary medicine to Charlottesville and the surrounding areas

Mission — At Virginia Veterinary Specialists & Emergency, we are dedicated to providing advanced specialty and emergency care with compassion, expertise, and integrity. Our hospital was founded with a clear mission — to deliver the highest level of veterinary medicine while supporting both pets and the families who love them

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency

Team at a glance

16
Veterinarians (DVM)
1
Licensed technicians
17
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

UltrasoundCT scansEchocardiographyEndoscopy

Services in detail

24/7 emergency servicesAdvanced specialty careInternal medicineSurgeryCardiologyOncologyRehabilitationInterventional radiologyImaging & diagnosticsICU monitoring and supportOn-site diagnosticsEmergency surgery
Show all 17 services
UltrasoundChemotherapyEndoscopyCT scansEchocardiography

Appointments & hours

Specialty Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sat–Sun: Closed; Emergency Hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days a week

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Frequently asked

Is Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency accepting new patients?+

Yes — Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency is currently accepting new patients.

Does Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency offer emergency or urgent care?+

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency provides 24/7 emergency care.

What services does Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency offer?+

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency offers Emergency, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, Hospitalization, Rehab.

When was Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency established?+

Virginia Veterinary Specialty & Emergency has served the Charlottesville, VA community since 2010.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 346 reviews

This emergency and specialty veterinary hospital provides exceptional medical care, advanced surgeries, and compassionate end-of-life support. The facility is staffed by knowledgeable specialists who thoroughly explain diagnoses, treatment options, and recovery processes. While services come at a significant cost, patients benefit from 24-hour care, dedicated veterinary teams, and prompt attention during critical health crises.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.