24/7 Emergency Vet Services You Can Trust
Whether you’re exploring Brooks Nature Area with your dog or enjoying a quiet evening at home with your cat, pet emergencies can happen when you least expect them. That’s why Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) provides experienced, compassionate emergency care to pets in Marshall and throughout the greater Kalamazoo region.
Our Kalamazoo location is part of EVCC’s independently owned network of emergency-only veterinary hospitals, bringing trusted urgent and critical care to pets and their families across Southwest Michigan.
We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, so your pet can receive emergency care whenever the unexpected happens. We’re proud to serve Marshall and its neighboring communities, including:
‘Get in Line’ From Home
To help minimize stress, you can secure your place in line before you leave home. Don’t worry, we’ll notify you via text when it’s your turn to come in.
A few things to keep in mind...
- This is not an appointment. Your pet’s estimated visit time is just that—an estimate. Visit times can change based on caseload and the urgency of other patients' needs.
- To keep things simple and stress-free, we’ll send you text updates to let you know when to come in. If there’s a change in your estimated visit time, we’ll notify you right away.
- If your pet is experiencing a crisis or needs immediate care, please don’t wait. Call us or come in right away!
- When you arrive, we’ll assess your pet’s condition. If their situation is critical, they’ll be seen immediately. If they’re stable, your reserved place in line will be held.
To learn more about this feature, please visit our FAQ page.
Understanding ER Wait Times
Upon arrival, our team will promptly evaluate your pet’s condition. Pets in critical condition are treated immediately, while those who are stable may need to wait as more urgent cases are prioritized.*
We know waiting can be stressful, so we’ll keep you informed and updated throughout your visit.
*If your pet’s condition changes during your visit, please notify us immediately so we can reassess their triage level.
Find Your Closest EVCC Location
Less than an hour from the heart of Marshall, EVCC Kalamazoo is your closest emergency-only animal hospital when your regular vet is closed. To reach us, take I-94 W, exit onto M-43, and continue to our location on W. Main Street.
6289 W. Main St. Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 548-0400
AAHA Accredited Emergency Vet - Marshall, MI
What sets Emergency Veterinary Care Centers - Kalamazoo apart from other emergency hospitals in the area, is that we are backed by an accreditation with the American Animal Hospital Association.
This is a designation earned by only 15% of veterinary practices in the United States and Canada. This accreditation shows our commitment to pursuing newer and better protocols to continue improving the level of care we offer.
Meet Your Southwest MI
Emergency Veterinary Team
At EVCC Kalamazoo, every patient is cared for by our highly skilled and compassionate emergency team. From emergency-trained veterinarians to licensed veterinary technicians and a dedicated support team, we work together to ensure your pet receives quality care—right when it’s needed most.
Dr. JoDell Walker, DVM Medical Director
Tessa Gumpert Hospital Manager
As part of the independently owned EVCC network, we’ve proudly served Midwest communities since 2003. With our expansion into Kalamazoo, we bring 20 years of trusted emergency care experience to southwest Michigan—and we’re growing to meet the evolving needs of the community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Emergency Vet Care
EVCC Kalamazoo is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays. A licensed veterinarian is always available to provide emergency care when your pet needs it most.
No appointment is necessary. If your pet is experiencing an emergency, simply bring them any time—we’re ready to help.
We provide emergency and critical care exclusively for dogs and cats.
No. EVCC focuses solely on urgent and emergency care. For routine services such as vaccinations, dental cleanings, or annual exams, please consult your primary care veterinarian.
A pet emergency is any sudden illness or injury that poses a threat to your pet’s health. Common emergencies include:
- Trauma, such as being hit by a vehicle or attacked by another animal
- Ingesting toxic foods or substances
- Increased breathing rate or difficulty breathing
- Vomiting or diarrhea in puppies or kittens
- Repeated vomiting or multiple episodes of diarrhea in adult dogs
- Persistent retching
- Blood in urine or difficulty urinating
- Red, swollen, or painful eyes
- Swollen or distended abdomen
If you’re uncertain, call us at (269) 548-0400. We’re here to help.
Call us immediately and bring your pet in. If you can, bring the label or packaging of the item they ingested.
You may also contact the ASPCA Poison Control Hotline at (888) 426-4435 for additional guidance. A consultation fee may apply.
Yes. We partner with CareCredit and VetBilling to help make emergency treatment more accessible. Visit here for more details.
EVCC Kalamazoo is part of a network of independently owned, emergency-only veterinary hospitals. Our focus is on what matters most in a crisis: providing skilled, compassionate emergency care when your pet needs it most.
Our modern hospital and team trained specifically in emergency veterinary medicine bring more than two decades of experience to Kalamazoo and the surrounding communities. We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, with a licensed veterinarian always available to provide emergency care.
We’re proud to be here for pets and their families whenever the unexpected happens. Learn more about the EVCC story.
Emergency Care You Can Rely On, When It Counts Most
When your pet faces an emergency, EVCC Kalamazoo is here to help. We’re open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, including holidays, so your pet can receive emergency care whenever it’s needed.
Because emergencies don’t follow a schedule, our team is here around the clock to provide skilled, compassionate care when your pet needs it most.