Emergency & Critical Care
For pets experiencing life-threatening illness or injury, our emergency team provides:
Advanced diagnostics including bedside ultrasound, telemetry, and mechanical ventilation
Comprehensive critical care, such as blood transfusions, IV nutrition, and anesthesia support
24/7 access to ER veterinarians and board-certified criticalists, with seamless collaboration across specialties
Is your Pet Having an Emergency?
See common signs and when to seek urgent or emergency care.
Urgent Care
For pets who are stable but need prompt care, our urgent care clinics offer:
Same-day evaluation and triage for time-sensitive but non-life-threatening issues
Lower cost than emergency room visits, with access to experienced veterinarians and support staff
We Know Your Pet is a Loved One, and
We're Here for You Every Step of the Way.
Expert Team
Our emergency department includes boarded criticalists and experienced ER veterinarians, supported by skilled veterinary technicians delivering compassionate care tailored to your pet’s needs.
Olivia Biluck, BVetMed, MRCVS
Veterinarian - ER
Katherine Blakeley, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Christopher Blanch, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Stephanie Boisvert, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Genevieve Casse, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Chelsea Churchill, DVM
Veterinarian - Primary Care/ER
Faith Edwin, DVM, MS
Veterinarian - ER
Lara Gardner, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Reiss Gidner, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Kahlia Gonzales, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Ellie Handberg, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Allison Hill, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Kristina Kaleel, DVM, MPS
Veterinarian - ER
Kathleen M. Kimball, DVM
Veterinarian- ER/Urgent Care
Abigail Martinson, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Melissa McDaniel, DVM, MPH
Veterinarian - ER
Danielle Money, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Daniel Niemczyk, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Alison Parker, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Rachel Roy, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Andrew Scarano, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Jessi Taylor, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
Jessica Urbonas, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
ER Department Head
David Vafek, VMD
Veterinarian - ER
Meagan Vail, DVM
Veterinarian- Primary Care/ER
Allison Wallace, DVM
Veterinarian - ER
“Everyone, the front desk staff, vet techs, doctors, took the time we needed to help us understand what was happening and what steps would be taken. I tell anyone who will listen about Pieper, you're the best!”
“The staff was extremely compassionate, professional, and knowledgeable during a very difficult time… I had to drive over an hour to get to Pieper and I will tell you that I would drive that again to bring my animal here for top notch care.”
“Dr Urbonas was everything you hope a doctor would be in an urgent medical situation - professional and knowledgeable, kind and caring, confident and positive. With a reassuring "we got this" attitude.”
“Thanks to their expertise and unwavering care, our girl is back home, healing, and slowly returning to her joyful self. We are forever grateful.”
“Everyone is so kind and helpful! I love how down to earth the staff members are. I'm so grateful to have such a wonderful team working with me and my pets!”
“Pieper made my dog and I feel so welcome and taken care of the whole time we were there. 10/10, fantastic care.”
“The front desk staff celebrating with me when I shared the news that [my cat] was okay is something I will never forget. Every step of the process, I knew I could trust Pieper to deliver the best veterinary care and owner support.”
“The techs and veterinarians were incredibly kind and efficient. I have nothing but good things to say about this place and I am so grateful that they took care of our dog the way they did.”
“Every single member of the staff cared greatly about the pets that were there. Outstanding communication, both written and verbal, and did a wonderful job at managing expectations.”
“Dr. Carreras and her Pieper Oncology Team go above and beyond. The care, empathy, communication and overall professionalism they all provide is amazing.”
“Thanks to all who helped Gus thru his surgery and recovery, especially Dr Heather Mossman and everyone who attended to Gus during his stay. You set my family at ease knowing our sweet boy Gus was in the best of hands.”
“Pieper has the best veterinary staff that have ever treated my pets in all my experience as a pet owner.”
“We had a fantastic experience. The entire team took great care of Henry and kept us updated the entire time. He is doing great and we are so thankful!”
“The genuine care from every single staff member just blows my mind. I can't speak highly enough of every single person associated with Pieper. Thank you for all you have done for me and my Mochi.”
“My rabbit and I had a great appointment with the exotics department! It's a relief to have a specialist nearby that is knowledgeable, experienced, and comfortable with protocols to keep stress as low as possible.”
“Extraordinary service and care. I am a nurse. I pay attention to the details. Pieper has hit it out of the park”
“I feel like my baby is in the best hands when it comes to the care he's receiving. Dr. Hammond is hands down the best doctor I've encountered!”
“The staff at Pieper were very caring and professional. The Vets in Internal Medicine and Oncology were extremely knowledgeable and thorough. I would highly recommend them”