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Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is just a few minutes off of I-91 in South Deerfield, Massachusetts. We chose that location because of its central proximity to western MA, southern Vermont, New Hampshire, northern Connecticut, and upstate New York. Situated on 14 acres of partially wooded land, our facility has plenty of parking spaces, so you never need to worry about city traffic or parking when your pet is having a medical emergency.

At Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital (VESH) in South Deerfield, MA, we have provided highly effective, advanced veterinary medicine combined with deeply compassionate care in a nurturing environment since 2006.
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VESH offers a friendly, professional environment that values teamwork, open communication, continuous improvement, and prioritizing work-life balance. At Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital, we offer outstanding career opportunities to experienced emergency veterinarians, veterinary technicians, client liaisons, and other qualified professionals.
You're now able to register your pet and check in for your emergency appointment from the comfort of your own home! You can check in with your phone once you arrive. Depending on the condition of your pet, critical patients will be taken in immediately and stable patients will be seen in the order they arrive.
If this is your pet's first visit, please complete our New Patient Information Sheet and bring it to your appointment with one of our specialists. Medical emergencies can be a frightening experience for your pet and family, so we want to make this challenging time as effortless and stress-free as possible.
2. Our Online Refill Request Form is for current patients only (your pet MUST have been seen by one of our doctors within the past year). 3. Advance notice: Minimum 24 business hours required on all orders. Immediate requests cannot be filled. For example, a request submitted at 3 p.m. on Friday will not be ready until 3 p.m. the following Monday (unless it is a holiday; then Tuesday).
Reviews (14)
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Krissy Westfall
Jan 09, 2023
Dr. Sullivan and all the staff can’t be thanked enough for taking care of our cat Tachi. I drove just under 2 hours from Albany, NY last night to get her the care she needed and they were attentive to her needs as well as us. Such an organized system and a great team of people. Too bad I don’t live closer but just so thankful for the acceptance of my girl and the treatment she received. Thanks again Dr. Sullivan and the team, happy Birthday to Raffiki too!!
Cheryl Stafford
Dec 05, 2022
It was easy to check in on line . Thankfully there wasn’t much of a wait before we were seen. Charges were explained and we were treated professionally. Everyone was pleasant and friendly. It was a positive experience for a very stressful situation. Thank you
Lynn Lemelin
Nov 16, 2022
Since Covid it's been challenging to get an appointment with our vet for emergency visits.
I went online completed the forms and was able to get Beau seen within an hour. The staff was very thoughtful and took great care of my boy. Thank you
Julie Ellen
Sep 24, 2022
Brought my 9 year old Male cat (Buddy) in yesterday. All of the staff were extremely kind, caring and helpful. I had to wait awhile as they were extremely busy, but it was definitely worth it. Absolutely reccomend!
Tara Flannery
Jun 07, 2022
They were the only hospital that would take my dog. All the other places did not think she was an emergency and were too busy. The place that was supposed to do a ultrasound wouldn't because she was vomiting. I kept getting the run around. She was constantly vomiting and loosing weight. They were great. They did the procedures to find out what was the matter with her.

We found out is was cancer. At least we found out and had to decide from there. They were very informative, caring and understanding. They also kept me up to date on her procedures and how she was doing. Great place. Not a good outcome as far as the cancer. This was Zoe. Best pup ever.
Heather Marie
May 25, 2022
The staff was amazing and supportive for our very first experience here. They were helpful, knowledgeable, up front and transparent about pricing from the second we walked through the door. We had to make the hardest decision of our life today when it comes to our fur babies and the staff was nothing less than supportive, affirmative on showing our pup the affection and mass amounts of treats she needed before crossing over.

They were super supportive. Special shout out to the vet aid who made us laugh about crystals, ferrets, tattoos, and much more while we mourned in the room. You can tell that these staff love what they do from the front desk to the back. Thank you all for sending our Roxy off in comfort she will be forever missed
Jessica Scharf
Apr 23, 2022
Had never heard of this place until we received a referral from a local vet! Now they'll be our go-to! VESH was closer to us than the animal hospitals in Concord and Manchester, and their system was a better one, too. We called to check for wait times and the staff kindly referred us to their app, where we logged our puppy's symptoms and were quickly supplied with an appointment time. (We didn't get bumped like other hospitals, didn't show up and wait for hours either. They were true to their word, and their system worked.) Highly, HIGHLY recommend them. Their staff is kind, compassionate and helpful. More than satisfied.
Luz Ayline Vega
Apr 16, 2022
Very happy and appreciative of the services that I received. I was shown that the well being of my puppy mattered. Staff went above and beyond to go the extra mile to show me that they cared and kept me updated on the status of my puppy every step of the way. Thanks so very much and I will definitely recommend you guys to those pet owners that I know.
Aubrey Clinedinst
Apr 09, 2022
Great service and super fair prices especially for an emergency room. The doctor and the entire staff were so calm and friendly; truly exceptional. We were not there for a true emergency, but now I know that if ever we were in need of serious medical care, I would not hesitate to bring our doggo here. The online check-in was fantastic and really helped streamline the entire process, if a little redundant, so be prepared to repeat yourself a lot, but it is so worth it for the quality care you receive.

They were very upfront about charges and tried to be as clear and honest as they could be about what costs and procedures were truly needed and what was optional so that they could work with my budget. All-in-all a great visit considering I had a sick pup. As they are an emergency room, I hope to not see them again soon, but as I said, if I ever need them again, I will not hesitate to rush right over to their caring practice.
Bonnie Germain
Mar 05, 2022
My sweet girl, Lexi was only a patient for less than an hour before I made the painful and difficult decision to humanely help her crossover to Rainbow Bridge. The entire staff who assessed my Lexi took great, gentle care of her and even commented on how beautiful she is and her cute fluffy face. The staff made me feel loved and supported as I said goodbye to my sweet senior kitty. The staff was very compassionate to my Lexi's grave health condition.
Rachel Lynch
Jan 13, 2022
I went to VESH for help over the holiday weekend getting a prescription for a medication that was lost. I felt guilty that I had lost this medication and worried that the staff would judge me. They were extremely friendly and kind. The new check-in process blew me away! I was able to fill out all necessary paperwork from home and wait there for them to let me know when they'd be ready for us.

The wait was very short and they were able to see my dog quickly and write a prescription for him. The majority of communication happened via text, which I found very convenient. It's always nice to not have to wait on hold. Going to the emergency vet is never fun, but it was certainly easier than I was anticipating!
Shana Wallace
Jan 11, 2022
My 4yo kitty Bean got very ill, mysteriously and rapidly, last week. She stopped eating, peeing, and eventually moving. I took her to VESH where they admitted her for two nights and treated her for something that caused major inflammation but has now (hopefully) been mostly handled by the caring treatment, medications, and attention they gave her.

She's been home for less than 24 hours and is already rolling around in the sunshine despite hating me for the moments I have to force her to take her meds. I genuinely thought I was going to lose her. I especially appreciated that they didn't mind if I called to check in as I got very anxious between the doctor's updates. Thank you all so much. The communication, transparency, and clear generosity of your staff means the world to me and my baby cat!
Hayley Scagliarini
Jan 10, 2022
I cannot say enough good things about this emergency vet. They have always taken such good care of my "problem child" catahoula pup. Their online check-in system is a fantastic addition and allowed us to wait at home until they were ready to take us. The communication through text and phone call was a great way to be continuously updated. From the receptionist, vet tech, and doctor, everyone was so sweet and caring. Very thankful to have this vet within driving distance. Thank you all for everything you do, you're appreciated more than you'll ever know!
Rachel Anderholm
Dec 11, 2021
We had to take our four month old puppy to VESH on Saturday. She had a blockage and needed surgery. The vet was great and able to refrain from opening her intestines. Everyone was very kind, patient and ready to answer any questions that we had. Happy to have our girl home! Thank you to everyone that took part in helping get our girl taken care of!