249 N Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22203(703) 291-4746   Book Ahead

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Urgent Animal Care of Arlington is a reserve-ahead, day and evening urgent care facility for your pet.

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Urgent Animal Care hospitals are here to fill the gap between your primary veterinarian’s availability and life-threatening emergencies. Examples of the illnesses and injuries we see:

  • Abscesses
  • Coughing or Sneezing
  • Skin Issues – Itching, Rashes, Hotspots
  • Minor Cuts and Wounds
  • Poison or Toxin Ingestion*
  • Foreign Body ingestion*
  • Urinary issues*
  • Minor Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Digestion issues
  • Bite Wounds
  • Ear Infections
  • Eye Discharge & Squinting
  • Fleas or Worms
  • Allergic Reactions
  • Anal Glands – Scooting or Licking
  • Hives or Facial Swelling
  • End of Life or Euthanasia
  • Paw or Nail Issues
  • Fever

* Potentially requires transfer to ER

We don’t treat life threatening emergencies or provide wellness services.

Emergency Care

  • Foreign Body Requiring Surgery
  • Overnight Hospitalization
  • Serious Trauma
  • Choking or Difficulty Breathing
  • Unconsciousness
  • Repeated Seizures
  • Difficulty Giving Birth

General Practice

  • Wellness Exams
  • Vaccinations
  • Spay & Neuter

Urgent Animal Care of Arlington, VA is a call-ahead and walk-in, day and evening urgent care facility for your pet.

We are here to service the cities of Arlington, VA, Alexandria, VA, Washington, DC, Falls Church, VA and more!

We are here to fill the gap between your primary veterinarian and emergency care situations.  Our exceptional doctors and veterinary teams have experience in urgent care situations and are ready to provide high-quality care for your pet during their time of need.

Please note, while we do see walk-in appointments, similarly to your human urgent care facilities, we do not treat life-threatening conditions. Please take a look at our services below for a better understanding of what qualifies for animal urgent care.

 

If your pet is experiencing a life threatening emergency, please see our recommended 24 hour & emergency locations here!

 

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Our hospital is proudly accredited by AAHA. Our commitment to meeting the highest industry standards ensures that your furry companions receive the best possible care and attention they deserve.

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★★★★★ My dog fell from a window and I rushed him to this clinic. The care he received was absolutely outstanding. Dr. Elizabeth Abato and vet tech Alexis were professional, compassionate, and extremely thorough. The clinic was clean, well-organized, and everything ran on time — Dr. Abato even saw us right at the scheduled time. I’m truly grateful for their help during such a stressful moment. Highly recommend this place.Love:Milo🩷Noura M.Noura M. ★★★★★ They were all so nice and knowledgeable, and it was obvious how much they loved and cared for animals.Christine B.Christine B. ★★★★★ Absolutely fantastic experience! Brought my dog in with a tummy ache that wasn’t improving and the entire staff was incredibly kind and professional. The vet took the time to explain everything clearly and treated my pup with compassion. She is already feeling better thanks to their quick and expert care. Highly recommend this urgent care clinic!Matthew C.Matthew C. ★★★★★ If Google had options to give bonus stars to particularly outstanding businesses, Urgent Animal Care of Arlington would be a top candidate. Every staff member I’ve interacted with has been attentive, kind, and dedicated to providing quality care. Both the tech and vet I saw during my visit took the time to go over my dogs’ symptoms, how/when they originated, and what sorts of causes I had considered and ruled out, and created a fantastic plan of care as well as a plan for “next steps” in treatment. Throughout our appointment they were incredibly compassionate towards my dogs–and towards me as well. They even hand labeled the paper bags they put my dogs’ medications in and drew little hearts next to their names.I appreciate the way Urgent Care of Arlington has gone above and beyond for me and my dogs and couldn’t recommend them more.Slater H.Slater H. ★★★★★ A fantastic new urgent care center, both affordable and so nice! They were amazing with my reactive dog and I love their online appointment process. They saw us right away and diagnosed the issue perfectly. They didn’t push unnecessary (and costly) testing, which I appreciated. And they checked in a couple of days later, which was so nice.I wish they had a regular practice, too. I’d switch today!Hannah G.Hannah G. ★★★★★ I got in within an hour of making an online booking. This clinic is sparkling clean, every staff person I encountered-from the front desk staff to the vet-were gentle and caring with my very scared, sick dog, and they were up-front about pricing and options for treatment. They even play calming piano music for my dog in the exam room, which helped to calm my dog significantly. Highly recommend this location for urgent pet needs.L.M. M.L.M. M. ★★★★★ Extremely compassionate and exceedingly competent practice. We’ve unfortunately required end of life care for two of our German shepherds in the last year. They were absolutely wonderful and made the worst situation the most positive it could be. Forever gratefulLindsay J.Lindsay J. ★★★★★ Very easy to schedule an appointment for the same day. The facility was clean, the staff was thorough and my dog was feeling better by the next day due to their treatment plan. I wouldn’t hesitate to return in the future.Christine E.Christine E. ★★★★★ They have been amazing and saved us so many times! Highly recommend.Anon. A.Anon. A. ★★★★★ We have been here several times for same-day vet needs and they always take excellent care of my dog. The staff is very kind. They understand that different animals have different anxiety levels. I appreciate their thoughtful approach to care and we will definitely be back again!Alison O.Alison O. ★★★★★ Wonderful and caring staff! Grateful for all of you. Karma’s mum, Reina*Reina V.Reina V. ★★★★★ I can’t say enough about how great the team here is. When we found ourselves and our pup in a scary situation, Urgent Animal Care was kind, gentle, and acted quickly to bring comfort to our little guy. Their communication was clear and we felt well informed every step of the way. We feel fortunate to have a gem like this in our neighborhood as a safety net, should we ever need to return. Thank you to Dr. O’Keefe, Declan, Megan, and Violet for putting us at ease and taking care of our puppy like he was your own!Lauren B.Lauren B. ★★★★★ Such a great experience. I booked a same-day appointment online and we were seen right away upon arrival. My dog typically hates vet visits, and it’s usually quite stressful, but this time was completely different. He felt so relaxed and even greeted the doctors with a wagging tail! The staff was incredibly gentle and caring, making us feel at ease. I’m so grateful for the excellent care we received — highly recommend!Katharine M.Katharine M. ★★★★★ They are always so wonderful to my little manJeanne V.Jeanne V. ★★★★★ I was nervous about taking our cat to urgent care, given that he doesn’t do well and is super anxious when he’s at a vet. I found Urgent Animal Care and decided to try it out given that our cat had to see someone soon! Our cat was having anal gland issues. We arrived and they took us straight to the room. Everyone was friendly and did a phenomenal job. Overall we are satisfied with the service we received! Thank you again to Dr Okeefe, Megan and Declan!Denise Z.Denise Z. ★★★★★ Urgent animal care of Arlington was awesome! Everyone was so nice and helpful and made our experience so easy.Lexi K.Lexi K. ★★★★★ They were accommodating, kind, and helpful!Kristin C.Kristin C. ★★★★★ They took extremely good care of my dog when she needed it the most. I am new to area and they were able to accommodate and get her in fast.A M.A M. ★★★★★ Super easy to make an appt. Even on a Sunday! Once we arrived, we were immediately put into an exam room & my pup’s vitals were checked by a staff member. A few minutes later the doctor arrived & examined my pup. We were on our way in less than an hour. Such an easy process. Everyone was super friendly & helpful. I’d highly recommendj B.j B. ★★★★★ Urgent Animal Care of Arlington treated our dog in a highly professional manner. Excellent and efficient attention to details and care. High recommend this location for your pets.Dan J.Dan J. ★★★★★ Maria, Declan, and Dr. Abato were AMAZING with our sad hound Regina. She is normally fearful at the vet, but these excellent caretakers made her calm and comfortable during her treatment.Peter J.Peter J. ★★★★★ Amazing! They got us in and out quickly and were patient with my cat. Really appreciated having them available!!Jodi S.Jodi S. ★★★★★ Top notch experience with our sweet Izzy here. After a few days of weirdness, our pup gacked up a big pile of bloody mucus. Not surprisingly, we were extremely concerned. Our regular vet did not have an immediate availability and suggested we take Izzy to an urgent care. I called Urgent Animal Care (only freaking out a little!) and they were very sweet and told us to bring here in right away. The office is super clean and quiet, the room was spacious and all the staff were really kind. I also appreciated that the vet was very upfront about which tests would be useful to run and which tests they felt would probably be an unnecessary expense. Izzy is feeling much better and I would not hesitate to bring her back if needed. Highly recommend!Julie F.Julie F. ★★★★★ I’ve been meaning to write this for a while – last fall, my cat Penny started experiencing changes in behavior, including hiding (which she would literally never do) and peeing right outside the litter box. I took her to my primary vet twice, and both times they said it was anxiety, but I just had a feeling that this wasn’t true. Things gradually got worse and she started peeing in other parts of my apartment. I decided to take her to this location when I came home one night and she seemed to be practically immobile. I was able to book an appointment for first thing the next morning, to my relief.The doctor and her assistant were extremely empathetic (I was literally sobbing during the entire visit) while also being professional, and they completed a thorough exam where they tested Penny’s reflexes. They suggested I make an appointment with a neurologist, which seemed kind of intense to me, but they assured me that I didn’t have to commit to anything too serious and I could just go in for a standard exam. I just got the sense that I could trust them, so I made the appointment for later in the week.Unfortunately, the neurologist was not able to give me good news. I was heartbroken, but I was relieved to finally have answers about Penny’s health. I decided to take her back to Urgent Animal Care of Arlington to be put down, because they had been so kind to me and were aware of her condition. I saw the same doctor and assistant, who were, once again, so incredibly kind and empathetic.I’d absolutely recommend this location for anyone who is in need of answers like I was. I still miss Penny every day, but thanks to Urgent Animal Care, I got the closure I needed.Lily P.Lily P. ★★★★★ This place was amazing taking care of my Reese. She was very sick and after bringing her in she was back to her self in a few days and the vet even reached out to check in on her.Jason D.Jason D. ★★★★★ The staff at Urgent Animal Care of Arlington was really warm and caring for our pup on our most recent trip (and our other dog on a prior visit). Dr. Abato took the time to explain things so that I could understand and helped me weigh my options. I would recommend them should you need urgent pet care.Daniel H.Daniel H. ★★★★★ Brought our cat here a couple of weeks ago and the staff was super friendly, worked with our anxiety ridden cat and helped diagnose her. They are really quick to respond to questions via email and sent records to our regular vet as soon as we requested it. Highly recommend them.Anna V.Anna V. ★★★★★ Dr. Marciano was an absolutely wonderful and kind vet for my Kitten. She took her issues seriously, she ran through logical treatments and uncovered really upsetting life threatening news for my kitten, hopefully in time. My cat had to be transferred out to a larger facility but without Dr. Marciano and the extremely patient and understanding techs she wouldn’t have the chance she does now. Thank you for your kindness and vigilance.Update: the cardiologist gave my kitten 3-6 months to live and said there was no reversing her condition. She had a large clot floating in her heart and lots of smaller debris, as well as an inflamed heart they said was irreversible. It’s been 8 months, and the large clot and debris are all gone from her heart, and the irreversible inflammation in her heart has reduced! The new diagnosis is 12-24 months. She is thriving!!!Derek N.Derek N. ★★★★★ The staff took the utmost care of my dog when we brought her in for an emergency. They loved and cared for her and made sure to take the time to monitor her condition before releasing her back to me. I truly appreciate their customer service and the love they showed to my dog.Justin W.Justin W. ★★★★★ Stopped in here after an emergency with my cat. All staff are very helpful and kind and the space is very clean. The vet is extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend!Lauren J.Lauren J. ★★★★★ We brought our beagle mix to Urgent Animal Care of Arlington after she was attacked by a raccoon. It was a traumatic experience for her and us. She’s nervous by nature but the Vet was so gentle and comforting and treated her right away. We were so incredibly thankful to the Vet and technicians who cared for our little pup with kindness and professionalism. This is our go-to place for any urgent care needs!Kyeh K.Kyeh K. ★★★★★ I had a great experience here! I was able to get a last minute appointment for my sick dog and all the staff were so friendly and helpful, which assured me that my dog was in good hands. Our appointment needed extra time but the doctor did not rush and stayed open past close until they thoroughly reviewed her case. Very appreciative of the staff here!Samantha E.Samantha E. ★★★★★ Easy to book, tested for all the things we were worried about, and pet responded well to treatment.michael J.michael J. ★★★★★ I’ve been here twice now for my cat and both times have been so impressed by the care and compassion shown for my cat and the skill and knowledge of the vet and staff. I highly recommend taking your pet here if they are sick!Anna J.Anna J. ★★★★★ The team at Urgent Animal Care of Arlington was wonderful. They were kind, patient, and professional – we’re grateful for the care they showed our cat and us during the process.Cody W.Cody W. ★★★★★ Brought my dog in with an emergency with less than one hour before they close and their staff was nothing but amazing, they were really attentive, helpful and even stayed until late in order to finish taking care of Rocco! Totally recommend this place, plus, it is also cheaper than most.Luis E.Luis E. ★★★★★ We took our 15 yr cat to Urgent Animal Care of Arlington. Booking process was seamless and Dr. Abato and CVT Eli were wonderful! Great with our cat and great with us. Providing guidance and assurance.Sean M.Sean M. ★★★★★ Wonderful care that gentle and efficient. I appreciate the clean atmosphere- serene and pleasant. Thank you to Dr Jennifer and crew for taking care of our fur baby when he got bit.Jennifer S.Jennifer S. ★★★★★ Provided exceptional care for my two dogs during an emergency. Both were scared and the team showered them with love and treats 🙂 Dr. Jen and Declan were so kind to me, provided clear follow-up instructions, and made me feel very comfortable through the whole process. Grateful to have great, reliable care and fast service so close to home in Arlington.Kristen C.Kristen C. ★★★★★ They were amazing and so thorough with our small dog! X-rays and blood work analysis on site and very quick! I Loved the care out dog received there!Monique D.Monique D. ★★★★★ Fantastic and would recommend and go again. My cat was having stomach issues. It was easy to make an urgent care appointment online instead of having to call. Once there, I was quickly attend to. The staff was fantastic. No complaintsGary K.Gary K. ★★★★★ Urgent Animal Care of Arlington is terrific! They were recommended by our vet, who was too booked to see our dog right away. The staff, assistants, and vets were all awesome – great with my dog and very transparent and informative about the care she needed. I was given several options for treatment and the one I chose worked very well. I appreciated the nice follow-up to check on how things were going. The staff was also very helpful with the info needed for insurance. I will definitely bring my dog for any future ailments. Five stars!Deborah K.Deborah K. ★★★★★ Urgent Animal Care of Arlington went above and beyond giving my beloved dog Sam quality care when needed. It started with a phone call when I was able to book my apt time. After arriving, Dr. Abato and the full staff at UAC took time be sure Sam was comfortable and that his special needs as an anxious dog were met, which helped me relax too in this stressful situation. Dr. Abato took time to listen to me and review Sam’s records before she patiently walked me through Sam’s procedures, diagnosis, treatment options, medication etc. This unpleasant situation was made so much easier due to the professional and caring team at UAC. I highly recommend.Tamera T.Tamera T. ★★★★★ We brought my cat Maizey here when it was clear she wasn’t feeling well. It was easy to make an appointment online and the office was quiet and calm when we arrived (always good when you’re bringing a cat to the vet). We saw Dr. Abato, who was gentle and kind with Maizey and determined that she needed a higher level of care. She assisted in getting her transferred to a veterinary hospital, and thankfully, Maizey came home feeling much better a few days later!Jenni H.Jenni H. ★★★★★ The staff listened patiently to all of my concerns and did a thorough examination of my senior dog. They took good care of him and answered all of my questions regarding follow up.Virginia S.Virginia S. ★★★★★ I’m a veterinary professional and needed after hours veterinary care for my own pet. The folks at Urgent Animal Care of Arlington were great and helped my cat feel better. A thank you to Dr. Abato, Maria, and Brittney.Aida G.Aida G. ★★★★★ I had a wonderful, compassionate, and understanding emergency visit on Halloween night. My frenchie was suddenly in pain and needed attention quickly. She was extremely well cared for and I didn’t feel like an awful human for the decisions that I made for her care. Being that this was my first true emergency and coming to an office I’ve never been to, I cannot express enough how well they cared for the both of us. Thank you Declan, Maria, and Dr. O’Keefe.Katherine B.Katherine B. ★★★★★ I had to bring my dog last minute because he was vomiting and not eating for a few days and my normal vet couldn’t get me in. The process from entry to checkout was one of the easiest and best experiences. I made an appointment online and got a spot easily, from when we arrived, Jackson got nothing but love to make him feel better. Dr. O’Keefe was so kind and gave me her honest opinion, which I appreciated immensely. I highly recommend going to Urgent Animal Care of Arlington if you have an emergency for your pet.Sylvia B.Sylvia B. ★★★★★ Excellent care from Dr. Ungerer and staff! Very knowledgable and friendly. Highly recommend. Conveniently located in Arlington with parking.Eaton L.Eaton L. ★★★★★ Teegr had squinting of his eye and swelling of his eyelids. When his full-service veterinarian could not fit him in, we found Urgent Animal Care of Arlington (UACA). Making an appointment online, sending records, and communication was fantastic, efficient, and quick. Dr. Jen O’Keefe and her staff were compassionate, explained Teegr’s diagnostic and treatment plan well, listened actively and answered questions, and got us in and out in a timely manner. We did not wait in the lobby, Teegr was comfortable in their exam rooms, and his trip to the back for a stain test was short. This visit was more expensive than it would have been to go to our full-service vet, but for the rapid, individualized, empathetic care we received I was exceptionally happy to pay for the peace of mind. I will absolutely return with any of my animals when they need to see the vet in the gray areas between emergency and routine.Erin K.Erin K. ★★★★★ Amazing urgent care! Our dog got very sick, and they took care of him right away. The staff was compassionate and kept us informed throughout. The vet was thorough and explained everything clearly. Thanks to their quick action, our dog is feeling much better. Highly recommend!Chelsea F.Chelsea F. ★★★★★ The team here is amazing! They were able to get our dog in without an appointment when other hospitals were closed. Dr. Ungerer is the best and will definitely come here again if we need help!Keith S.Keith S. ★★★★★ Thank you for all the care that your team has given Shylee when she had her surgery! You are all the best!Jen V.Jen V. ★★★★★ Thank you for bringing this Urgent Care service to the community!Jay P.Jay P. ★★★★★ Thank you for being there for our family in the time of our loved one’s need. Our dog means the world to us and thank you for treating her like your own. We can’t thank you enough!Misty R.Misty R. ★★★★★ Friendly staffTabitha D.Tabitha D. ★★★★★ This team is awesome!Amanda Proud, S.Amanda Proud, S. ★★★★★ Love to see an urgent care in this area! Clean, caring, timely, and reliable. Thank you!Amy Z.Amy Z. ★★★★★ Great hospital with an incredibly talented team! Highly recommend!Hilary B.Hilary B. ★★★★★ Great staff! Josh is the best!Matt O.Matt O. ★★★★★ Wonderful staff who truly care!Jody F.Jody F. ★★★★★ Best Urgent Care in the DC area!Stephanie C.Stephanie C. ★★★★★ This hospital has the kindest team members and doctors!Kate C.Kate C. ★★★★★ Best place ever!!!lisa L.lisa L. ★★★★★ I have taken my dog here twice now and both times they were so wonderful. I felt completely confident in their knowledge and the kindness of everyone I came in contact with. 10/10 would recommend!Erin C.Erin C. ★★★★★ Very friendly staff and knowledgeable doctors. We were in and out in less than an hour, and that included x-rays. Highly recommend this location.Vanessa V.Vanessa V. ★★★★★ Dr Abato, Declan, and Eli were wonderful, prompt, kind, and thorough when examining my 8 year old 64 lbs pit bull-boxer mix. Thank you for making him feel loved and being so patient with him during the shots.LL S.LL S. ★★★★★ I was very happy with the attention and care my cat received while at the urgent care. They were able to take her in right away, we felt confident with the vet’s recommendations about how to approach her treatment and she was taken care of right away. Great communication.Maria G.Maria G. ★★★★★ What an amazing team. They gave my doggy lots of love and affection. I really felt like my concerns were heard, and they all genuinely cared for him.Romy GRomy G ★★★★★ Super friendly staff. They answered all my questions and I felt my dog was in good hands.Sofia KSofia K ★★★★★ Do not hesitate to trust your pet to this very professional team.Everyone was friendly and helpful. They took special care to account for our dog’s skittish personality. They were able to see us quickly and treated us and our dog with empathy and patience. His wound healed well. We are so happy to have discovered this gem!Susan BSusan B ★★★★★ Excellent customer service! My XS puppy swallowed a whole rawhide treat, I was so worried but doctor and staff properly guided me. Extremely professional team and still very friendly. Definitely recommend Urgent Animal Care in Arlington!DanielaDanielajs_loader

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