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Cornell University Veterinary Specialists

Verified November 4, 2026 against the source listed at the end of this page.

Cornell University Veterinary Specialists is an emergency animal hospital in Stamford, Connecticut, open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No appointment is needed for emergencies; calling ahead lets the team prepare.

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Call (203) 595-2777

Line busy or long wait? Next 24/7 hospital: VEG Greenwich, 3.3 miles away, (203) 909-6560.

Address
880 Canal St., Stamford, CT 06902
Directions
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Website
cuvs.org
Location of Cornell University Veterinary Specialists in Connecticut

Emergency hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

As published by the hospital: “VECCS Level I, certificate to 05/01/2028”

Before you go

  • Call while you are getting ready: describe what happened and ask about the current wait.
  • Bring any medication, packaging or plant your pet may have eaten, and your pet's records if they are at hand.
  • Expect triage: the most critical patients are seen first, as in a human ER. Full checklist.

What the hospital states on its website

  • Intensive care unit“We have 3 board-certified critical care specialists and 24/7 state-of-the-art Emergency and ICU care.” Hospital page
  • Emergency surgery“…- digital radiology, ultrasonography, computed tomography (CT) Emergency surgery Emergency video endoscopy Consultation with other CUVS specialists…” Hospital page
  • CT or MRI imaging“…management Diagnostic imaging - digital radiology, ultrasonography, computed tomography (CT) Emergency surgery Emergency video endoscopy Consultation with…” Hospital page
  • Blood bank or transfusions“…Oncology Ophthalmology Surgery Veterinary Social Work Lifeline Blood Bank Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Doctors Specialty Bentley, Adrienne…” Hospital page
  • Accepts CareCredit“We accept Care Credit, a healthcare line of credit that enables delayed payments for veterinary care.” Hospital page
  • Mentions a deposit (see the hospital wording)“A deposit of 75% of the estimated cost of the medical plan is expected at admission to hospital, and the remainder at discharge.” Hospital page
  • Emergency exam fee: $195“Our consultation fees vary between departments, ranging from $195 to $250 for a first-time specialty consultation.” Hospital page

Shown only where the hospital says so on its own site, quoted as published. A missing item means we found no statement, not that the service is unavailable. Fees and policies change: confirm by phone.

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Questions about Cornell University Veterinary Specialists

Is Cornell University Veterinary Specialists open 24 hours?
Yes. Cornell University Veterinary Specialists has an emergency service open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, according to the VECCS certified facility directory checked on November 4, 2026. Holiday hours can differ: call (203) 595-2777 before you leave.
What is the phone number of Cornell University Veterinary Specialists?
(203) 595-2777. The hospital is at 880 Canal St., Stamford, CT 06902.
How much is an emergency exam at Cornell University Veterinary Specialists?
The hospital publishes an emergency exam fee of $195: “Our consultation fees vary between departments, ranging from $195 to $250 for a first-time specialty consultation.”
What payment options does Cornell University Veterinary Specialists mention?
CareCredit is mentioned on its website. On a deposit, the hospital states: “A deposit of 75% of the estimated cost of the medical plan is expected at admission to hospital, and the remainder at discharge.”
What emergency facilities does Cornell University Veterinary Specialists have?
Its website mentions an intensive care unit, emergency surgery, CT or MRI imaging and blood transfusions.

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Where this listing comes from

  • VECCS certified facility directory, source page, checked November 4, 2026: “VECCS certified facility, Level I; Certificate Expires: 05/01/2028”

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