Is VEG Knoxville open 24 hours?

Yes. VEG Knoxville has an emergency service open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, according to the Veterinary Emergency Group location page checked on November 4, 2026. Holiday hours can differ: call (865) 261-2563 before you leave.

What is the phone number of VEG Knoxville?

(865) 261-2563. The hospital is at 6739 Kingston Pike, Suite A, Knoxville, TN 37919.

Do I need an appointment at VEG Knoxville?

No appointment is needed, according to its website: “VEG is a 24-hour emergency-only, walk-in vet clinic; no appointments needed.”

Does VEG Knoxville treat exotic pets?

Yes, according to its website: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.” Tell the team the species when you call.

VEG Knoxville — Open 24/7, Phone & Directions

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Emergency hours

Monday	Open 24 hours
Tuesday	Open 24 hours
Wednesday	Open 24 hours
Thursday	Open 24 hours
Friday	Open 24 hours
Saturday	Open 24 hours
Sunday	Open 24 hours

As published by the hospital: “Open 24/7, walk-ins”

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

Sees exotic pets (birds, reptiles, rabbits or small mammals)“VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.” Hospital page
Walk-ins accepted, no appointment needed“VEG is a 24-hour emergency-only, walk-in vet clinic; no appointments needed.” 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.

Other emergency hospitals nearby

Knoxville Pet Emergency Clinic
Limited emergency hours

1819 Ailor Ave., Knoxville, TN 37921
Verified November 6, 2026

4.9 miles(865) 637-0114
Animal Emergency & Specialty Center of Knoxville
Open now · 24/7

10213 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922
ICUEmergency surgeryWalk-insCareCreditScratchpay
Verified November 4, 2026

6.3 miles(865) 693-4440
Five Rivers Pet Emergency Hospital
Open now · 24/7

2040 W Highway 11E, Suite B, New Market, TN 37820
Emergency surgeryCareCreditScratchpay
Verified November 4, 2026

24 miles(423) 581-9492

Questions about VEG Knoxville

Is VEG Knoxville open 24 hours?: Yes. VEG Knoxville has an emergency service open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, according to the Veterinary Emergency Group location page checked on November 4, 2026. Holiday hours can differ: call (865) 261-2563 before you leave.
What is the phone number of VEG Knoxville?: (865) 261-2563. The hospital is at 6739 Kingston Pike, Suite A, Knoxville, TN 37919.
Do I need an appointment at VEG Knoxville?: No appointment is needed, according to its website: “VEG is a 24-hour emergency-only, walk-in vet clinic; no appointments needed.”
Does VEG Knoxville treat exotic pets?: Yes, according to its website: “VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.” Tell the team the species when you call.

Places this hospital serves

Emergency vet in Knoxville

Where this listing comes from

Veterinary Emergency Group location page, source page, checked November 4, 2026: “d around Knox County. Visit our Knoxville animal hospital anytime for immediate vet care; we’re open 24/7, including holidays. Medical questions? Call and speak”

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