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 Albuquerque, NM

VEG Albuquerque is in Albuquerque itself, about 2.4 miles from the center of town. Below are the 3 closest verified animal emergency hospitals, nearest first.

Nearest emergency hospital

VEG Albuquerque

Open now · 24/72.4 miles
2100 Carlisle Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110

Call now and speak to the hospital

(505) 531-9763Hours and directions

Backup 24/7 option

Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center

If VEG Albuquerque is too far or has a long wait, the next hospital open around the clock is 3.0 miles from Albuquerque and 1.5 miles from VEG Albuquerque.

(505) 266-7866

Emergency animal hospitals near Albuquerque

Emergency coverage around Albuquerque

  • Within 10 miles2hospitals2 open 24/7, 0 with limited hours
  • Within 25 miles2hospitals2 open 24/7, 0 with limited hours
  • Within 50 miles2hospitals2 open 24/7, 0 with limited hours

Open 24/7 or limited hours

Open 24 hours, 7 days (3)

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.

Exotic pet? See the emergency hospitals near Albuquerque that state they treat birds, reptiles, rabbits or small mammals.

Distances are measured in a straight line from the center of Albuquerque. 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 Albuquerque

Is there a 24-hour emergency vet in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes. VEG Albuquerque at 2100 Carlisle Blvd NE is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Phone (505) 531-9763.
How many emergency vets are near Albuquerque, NM?
2 within 10 miles, 2 within 25 miles and 2 within 50 miles of the center of Albuquerque; of those within 50 miles, 2 are open 24/7 and 0 have limited emergency hours.
How much does an emergency vet visit cost near Albuquerque, NM?
Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center 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 Albuquerque, NM?
One listed hospital states on its website that it treats exotic pets: VEG Albuquerque (2.4 miles). Call first and name the species: an exotic animal veterinarian is not on duty at every hour.
Do emergency vets near Albuquerque, NM accept CareCredit or Scratchpay?
CareCredit is mentioned by Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center. Scratchpay is mentioned by Route 66 Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center. 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.

Nearest: VEG Albuquerque, 2.4 milesCall (505) 531-9763