VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals

Greenfield, WI

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At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Emergency
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Walk In
24/7 care
Yes
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Emergency Hospitalization Imaging In House Lab Surgery End Of Life

AVMA Specialties

Emergency & Critical Care

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Payments
Credit cardsDebit cardsNFC mobile payments
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals (MECA) is a 24-hour veterinary hospital providing emergency and critical care

VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals (MECA) is a 24-hour veterinary hospital providing emergency and critical care. We opened our doors under private ownership in 2009, and joined the VCA family of hospitals in 2017

Mission — Our primary goal has been to deliver exceptional care to pets and their people

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency

Team at a glance

10
Veterinarians (DVM)
8
Licensed technicians
24
Support staff
42
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Aggressive analgesiaContinuous ECG monitoring and telemetryDirect blood pressure monitoringIn house STAT laboratoryNasal and transtracheal oxygen therapyPulse oximetry and end tidal capnographyTransfusion therapyEmergency surgeryDiagnostic Imagingsurgical suitesintensive care unit

Services in detail

Emergency and Critical CareSurgeryDiagnostic ImagingIn house STAT laboratoryAggressive analgesiaContinuous ECG monitoring and telemetryDirect blood pressure monitoringNasal and transtracheal oxygen therapyPulse oximetry and end tidal capnographyTransfusion therapyEmergency surgery

Appointments & hours

Mon - Sun: Open 24 Hours

Frequently asked

Is VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals accepting new patients?+

Yes — VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals is currently accepting new patients.

Does VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals offer emergency or urgent care?+

VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals provides 24/7 emergency care.

Is VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals treat exotic pets?+

Yes — VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals offer?+

VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals offers Emergency, Hospitalization, Imaging, In House Lab, Surgery, End Of Life.

When was VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals established?+

VCA Milwaukee Emergency Center for Animals has served the Greenfield, WI community since 2009.

What reviewers say

55% Mixed sentiment
based on 572 reviews

This emergency and specialty veterinary hospital operates around the clock to provide urgent medical care and comprehensive treatment for dogs, cats, and exotic pets such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and birds. The facility is well-equipped and maintains a generally clean environment. Many patients receive prompt, life-saving interventions, diagnostics, and surgical care from a dedicated team of veterinarians and veterinary nurses who demonstrate deep compassion, thoroughness, and effective communication during critical moments. End-of-life care is handled with notable sensitivity and support for grieving families. However, the patient experience varies significantly; reported challenges include extended wait times, high and sometimes unexpected costs, occasional communication breakdowns, and front desk interactions that can feel unwelcoming or dismissive during stressful situations.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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