Suspected poisoning: ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline (855) 764-7661, both 24/7, consultation fees may apply.
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Emergency vet in Temecula, CA

The closest verified emergency hospital to Temecula is VCA California Veterinary Specialists - Murrieta in Murrieta, about 5.9 miles away in a straight line; driving distance is longer. Below are the 10 closest verified animal emergency hospitals, nearest first.

Nearest emergency hospital

VCA California Veterinary Specialists - Murrieta

Open now · 24/75.9 miles
39809 Avenida Acacias, Suite E, Murrieta, CA 92563

Call now and speak to the hospital

(951) 600-9803Hours and directions

Backup 24/7 option

VEG Oceanside

If VCA California Veterinary Specialists - Murrieta is too far or has a long wait, the next hospital open around the clock is 24 miles from Temecula and 28 miles from VCA California Veterinary Specialists - Murrieta.

(760) 621-0711

Emergency animal hospitals near Temecula

Emergency coverage around Temecula

  • Within 10 miles1hospital1 open 24/7, 0 with limited hours
  • Within 25 miles3hospitals3 open 24/7, 0 with limited hours
  • Within 50 miles32hospitals29 open 24/7, 3 with limited hours

Open 24/7 or limited hours

Open 24 hours, 7 days (10)

Nights, weekends or limited hours (0)

Every listed hospital is open 24/7.

ICU, exotic pets and payment plans

Counted from what each listed hospital states on its own website. A hospital not named may still offer it.

Distances are measured in a straight line from the center of Temecula. Hospital status and hours come from each hospital's own published information; see how we verify.

Regular daytime clinics in the area

These are not emergency hospitals. They are general practices from OpenStreetMap, listed for follow-up visits and non-urgent problems during their working hours. In an emergency, use the hospitals above.

Questions about emergency vets in Temecula

Is there a 24-hour emergency vet in Temecula, CA?
The nearest hospital open around the clock is VCA California Veterinary Specialists - Murrieta in Murrieta, CA, about 5.9 miles from Temecula. Phone (951) 600-9803.
How many emergency vets are near Temecula, CA?
1 within 10 miles, 3 within 25 miles and 32 within 50 miles of the center of Temecula; of those within 50 miles, 29 are open 24/7 and 3 have limited emergency hours.
How much does an emergency vet visit cost near Temecula, CA?
Veterinary Medical And Surgical Group–OC (VMSG-OC) mentions a deposit on its website. None of the listed hospitals publishes an exam fee; ask for an estimate when you call.
Is there an emergency vet for exotic pets near Temecula, CA?
2 listed hospitals state on their website that they treat exotic pets: VEG Oceanside (24 miles) and VEG Encinitas (31 miles). Call first and name the species: an exotic animal veterinarian is not on duty at every hour.
Do emergency vets near Temecula, CA accept CareCredit or Scratchpay?
CareCredit is mentioned by Veterinary Specialty Hospital, Escondido Veterinary Emergency, Veterinary Medical And Surgical Group–OC (VMSG-OC) and Emergency Vet San Diego. Scratchpay is mentioned by Veterinary Specialty Hospital, Escondido Veterinary Emergency and Veterinary Medical And Surgical Group–OC (VMSG-OC). This is what each hospital states on its own website; confirm when you call.
What should I do if my pet ate something toxic?
Call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435 or Pet Poison Helpline at (855) 764-7661, both open 24/7 (a consultation fee may apply), and head toward the nearest emergency hospital while you talk to them.

Poison emergencies

If you think your pet swallowed something toxic

Call one of the two national animal poison lines while you get ready to leave. Both are staffed by veterinary toxicology specialists around the clock; expect a consultation fee per case.

ASPCA (888) 426-4435 Helpline (855) 764-7661

Numbers checked on the official ASPCA and Pet Poison Helpline sites, November 2026. What to do while you call. Dose calculators: chocolate, xylitol, grapes and raisins, ibuprofen.

Nearby places

Nearest: VCA California Veterinary Specialists - Murrieta, 5.9 milesCall (951) 600-9803