Emergency and Urgent Vet Care for Evansville Pets

Opening Early December: ER and Urgent Care in Evansville

Our new Evansville hospital opens in early December at 1120 Professional Blvd, Evansville, IN 47714. Once we open, we will see dogs and cats with emergency and urgent problems Wednesday through Sunday, 8 AM to 10 PM. No appointment and no referral needed. Today our specialists see patients by appointment at 104 S Heidelbach Ave, Evansville, IN 47713. We cannot see emergency or urgent care walk ins at that location yet. If your pet has an emergency before we open, call your family veterinarian or go to the nearest overnight emergency hospital.

Please call ahead when you can so our team is ready for your pet.

What our Evansville ER and urgent care team will do

When your pet is hurt or suddenly sick, you need a team that moves fast and explains clearly. From opening day, our Evansville team will triage, stabilize, run diagnostics and start treatment the same visit. Our ER doctors work side by side with board certified internal medicine specialists who already care for Evansville pets, so a complicated case gets a real workup, not just a quick fix.

This is emergency medicine, not only urgent care.

Unsure whether your pet's problem is an emergency or can wait a few hours? Our guide, Emergency or Urgent Care? A Guide for Evansville Pet Parents, walks through the warning signs.

Hours and location

ER and urgent care (from early December): Wednesday through Sunday, 8 AM to 10 PM, 1120 Professional Blvd, Evansville, IN 47714
Specialty appointments (now): 104 S Heidelbach Ave, Evansville, IN 47713, by appointment
Specialty appointments (from early December): they move to the new hospital and stay on Wednesday and Thursday, by appointment
Phone for every location: (502) 901-7990

Please call ahead when you can so the team is ready for your pet.

How we care for emergencies

RECOVER trained team.

Our Evansville emergency team will be RECOVER certified, trained in the international standard for veterinary CPR and resuscitation. Every person will know their role in a crisis.

Specialists close by.

Because internal medicine, oncology, cardiology and medical neurology already see patients here, the right expert is involved sooner. That means the right samples are taken before treatment starts and your pet skips tests it does not need.

A calm, organized visit.

We check how stable your pet is as soon as you arrive
If your pet is critical, we stabilize first
We explain every test before we run it
We keep you updated during the visit
You leave with a clear plan, whether your pet goes home or moves to overnight care

Decisions made with you.

We talk in plain language and respect your goals and your budget. You get an itemized estimate before treatment, and several financing options are available. We do not ask for a large deposit before triage.

Equipment and services in Evansville

Available now by appointment at Heidelbach:

Internal medicine, oncology (chemotherapy given here now), cardiology and medical neurology
Ultrasound, blood pressure and ECG
Aspirates, biopsy, and chest and belly taps
Blood transfusions (packed red cells and plasma)
Ethanol ablation, E tube placement and urohydropropulsion

Added when the new hospital opens:

GE 64 slice CT and cone beam CT
Fluoroscopy
Flexible and rigid endoscopy, including rhinoscopy, cystoscopy, and upper and lower GI scopes
CSF tap
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT)
Tumor Specific Electroporation (TSE), a localized cancer treatment that pairs chemotherapy with controlled electrical pulses so more medicine gets into tumor cells. It can treat tumors where surgery is hard, like the mouth, head, neck and lower legs, is usually done as an outpatient visit, and has average success rates around 80% with two treatments

Digital X rays and an in house lab will also be on site at opening. With these tools under one roof, more of your pet's care can happen close to home.

What if my pet needs to stay overnight?

VSP is not open overnight. If your pet needs care through the night, we stabilize them, start the right tests, collect key samples and speak directly with the receiving overnight emergency hospital before the transfer. Your pet's care continues instead of starting over.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is VSP Evansville open for emergencies now?

Not yet. ER and urgent care open at our new hospital in early December. Until then, call your family veterinarian or go to the nearest overnight emergency hospital.

What will the ER and urgent care hours be?

Wednesday through Sunday, 8 AM to 10 PM. We are not open overnight. Pets that need overnight care are stabilized and transferred.

Do I need an appointment or referral for urgent care?

Not for ER or urgent care once we open. Walk ins are welcome. Specialty visits usually start with a referral from your family veterinarian, and our team can help with that when you call (502) 901-7990.

What can my pet be seen for in Evansville today?

Specialty visits by appointment at 104 S Heidelbach Ave, including internal medicine, oncology with chemotherapy, cardiology, medical neurology, ultrasound, ECG, transfusions and more. Call (502) 901-7990 to book.

How do I know if my pet's problem is an emergency?

Trouble breathing, collapse, bleeding that will not stop or eating something toxic should never wait. Our emergency vs urgent care guide covers the rest. If you are not sure, call us.

Is the phone number the same for Louisville and Evansville?

Yes. One number reaches both: (502) 901-7990.

Questions About Your Pet?

Our team can help you decide what to do next.

David DeBeer

Sophia became very lethargic and was in distress during the weekend when our primary Vet wasn't open. We were on our way to another urgent care when they called us to let us know they were on a 4 hour wait. They gave us the phone number for VSP and suggested we call them. VSP got us in immediately, and we could not have been more impressed with the level of care, concern, and attention provided to us. Everyone there (staff, techs, doctors - everyone) were awesome. Treated us with care and respect. The doctors gave great explanations and options to let us decide what was best for Sophia. She had a very serious case of pancreatitis and we nearly lost her. Cannot thank everyone at VSP enough for saving our little girl. Highly recommend to anyone that needs medical attention for their family.

Joshua Lanham

Always professional and kind. Best vets and service your gonna find in Louisville.

Stephanie Robertson

Fantastic care, compassionate, thorough, kind, and clear. They made a stressful and upsetting time so much easier and took great care of my pet.

Christopher Sorrell

Very nice and helpful staff. Has complementary coffee and water.

Sheri Gahlinger

This is a great place to take your pets. The office was clean and everyone was so nice and concerned. Took us right back and answered all our questions and gave us some really good advice. Fortunately our pet was not seriously sick so our bill was less than expected because we considered it an emergency hospital. If anything comes up again and we think is serious, we will definitely go back. It’s just really far from our home.

Ryan Livesay

Very good, very professional, made us feel at ease.

Diva, Prince & Paco Love

The level of care provided to my dog, Diva, has consistently exceeded expectations. The entire team demonstrates exceptional professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine compassion during every visit. It is evident that the staff and doctors are deeply committed to delivering high‑quality veterinary care. From check‑in to discharge, the process is smooth, organized, and reassuring. The doctors take the time to thoroughly explain Diva’s treatment, answer questions, and ensure I feel confident in her care plan. The staff is equally impressive—courteous, knowledgeable, and attentive to both pet and owner. This clinic sets a high standard for veterinary excellence. Every member of the team deserves recognition for their outstanding service and dedication. I am truly grateful for the exceptional care they provide to Diva. Highly recommended. Outstanding staff. Exceptional doctors. Consistently excellent care.

Susan Reed

Everyone was very kind and helpful! They showed compassion and treated my dog with great care.

Lisa Davis

Phone receptionist was very professional and took my pet emergency right away. Vet tech Sierra was very professional and personable. She and the vet treats my dog as if she was their own. Wonderful place, would recommend to others and have.

Jenna Scott

The care was outstanding! Abby was the absolute best. She kept us informed every step of the way on what was going on and went out of her way to make our Penny comfortable. It was clear when we picked her up that Penny was already super comfortable with Abby. Dr. Reinhart was also amazing and even though it was a very busy day for them they still made us feel like a priority. She was so calming and informative.