Your Urgent Care Veterinarian in Ann Arbor, MI
When your pet is sick but not in crisis, the ER feels like too much — and waiting until your regular vet opens isn't an option. That's exactly where we come in. Animal Urgent Center provides prompt, affordable urgent care for pets in Ann Arbor and greater Washtenaw County. No appointment needed. No hours-long wait. Just join our virtual queue, and our experienced veterinarians will see your pet quickly, keep costs transparent, and let you stay right by their side the whole time.
Animal Urgent Center is a locally owned, independent clinic— not a corporate chain, not a franchise. That means every decision we make is guided by what's best for our patients and our Ann Arbor community, not a bottom line somewhere else. It also means our prices are genuinely reasonable: without the overhead of 24/7 ICU staffing and corporate margins, we can deliver quality veterinary care at a fraction of what you'd pay at an emergency room. And here's something worth knowing — research suggests that up to 70–80% of pets brought to the ER don't actually need emergency-level care. They need prompt, skilled attention. That's exactly what we're here for.
Why See Us?
Skip the waiting room. Check in from home, and we'll let you know when it's your turn.
Stay with your pet. You're with them for the entire visit — no separation, no stress.
- Know your costs upfront. We believe in transparent pricing with no surprise bills.
- A fraction of the ER cost. Same quality care, without the emergency price tag
Meet Our TEam
Michigan's original urgent care veterinary center — right here in Ann Arbor. We exist for the moments that can't wait until tomorrow but don't belong in an emergency room. Our veterinarians and care team are experienced, passionate, and genuinely love what they do. More than anything, they love the animals — and the people — they care for.
What is Urgent Vet Care?
Animal Urgent Center fills the gap between your regular vet and the emergency room. Urgent care is for problems that need attention today — not life-threatening, but not something that can wait. Think vomiting, limping, ear infections, allergic reactions, or minor wounds. If you're unsure whether your pet needs urgent care or a full ER, give us a call — we're happy to help you figure it out.
To know more about the difference between urgent care and emergency care, click below.
We Offer
Our urgent care facility is equipped with advanced diagnostics to deliver the highest level of care to your pet, with services including:

We can perform parasite screenings and provide safe, effective treatment to eradicate infestations in pets.

Our veterinary team can perform minor surgeries to clean and treat soft-tissue lacerations and other types of wounds.

Our compassionate end-of-life care
treats pets with the utmost respect and care they deserve.

Our hospital is equipped with an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, and an ultrasound machine.

We provide integrative therapies such as acupuncture and chiropractic care as supplements to your pet's treatment.

We offer Chinese herbal medicine in conjunction with traditional treatment to help manage your pet's pain.
Call Us Today
When something feels wrong with your pet, you shouldn't have to choose between a 4-hour ER wait and hoping it can hold until Monday. We're here — evenings, weekdays, and all weekend. Just join our virtual queue.