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UrgentVet

Updated 2026-10-06 · 1,242 reviewed · 240 listed · Scored from 315 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(315) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
Emergency & 24-Hour VetsGeneral Practice Vets
UrgentVet
Location
Crestview, Austin
Services
Emergency & 24-Hour Vets, General Practice Vets
Reviews
315
Ranking
#21 in Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Best for
Pet owners needing urgent care outside business hours without emergency hospital costs.

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-10-06. Facts from the business's own website were fetched 2026-10-06.

What recent reviews say

Staff respond quickly and with genuine care, diagnosing pets while walking owners through options and costs upfront. Recent visits show strong emergency triage, Fear Free handling of anxious animals, and affordable urgent rates. One complaint about follow-up billing clarity and a facility issue suggest occasional communication gaps, but the newest reviews (past week) emphasize transparent pricing and professionalism.

Named staff praised include Dr Cooper. The clinic saved a cat in respiratory crisis within the hour, gave next-day check-ins, and handles evening appointments. Reservation and online check-in streamline same-day access. Several reviewers note no upselling and fair affordability compared to full emergency hospitals.

Praised for
  • speedy care with minimal wait
  • compassionate, attentive staff
  • clear communication and cost transparency
  • life-saving emergency response
  • fair pricing for urgent care
Watch-outs
  • billing surprises or unclear cost communication
  • inconsistent follow-up care
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Best for: Pet owners needing urgent care outside business hours without emergency hospital costs.
Think twice if: One older review mentions unclear billing communication; confirm follow-up care terms upfront.

Where this business shines

  • Same-day urgent appointments with minimal wait
  • Fear Free certified staff and clinic
  • Transparent pricing, up to 40% below emergency vet rates
  • Open seven days a week with evening availability

Worth knowing

  • Dr Cooper named as thorough and responsive
  • Fear Free certified staff and facility
  • Online check-in and reservation system in place
  • Next-day follow-up calls and rechecks offered
  • In-house digital X-ray, ultrasound, laboratory diagnostics
  • Saved a cat with acute respiratory crisis within the hour

What reviews say by service

General Practice Vets
Affordable same-day diagnosis and treatment with clear cost options presented upfront.
Emergency & 24-Hour Vets
Rapid triage and life-saving care; one cat with respiratory crisis treated within the hour and rechecked the next day.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.67 average across the 131 emergency & 24-hour vets businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 67% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

How We Score
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
280
4
4
3
4
2
6
1
21

Common questions

Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
You can make a reservation online or by phone; online check-in streamlines arrival, and reviewers report being seen very quickly, sometimes the same day even on Saturdays.
How much does urgent care cost compared to a 24-hour emergency hospital?
UrgentVet charges up to 40% less than emergency vet rates according to their website. Reviewers cite 'very reasonable' and 'fairly affordable' costs for urgent treatment.
What hours does UrgentVet keep?
The clinic is open seven days a week and offers evening appointments, so it can accommodate weekday and weekend urgent care needs.

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Last updated 2026-10-06