Reliable Weekend Emergency Care for Your Pet
Whether you're tossing a ball to your dog at Thurl Cook Park or relaxing at home with your cat, pet emergencies can happen when you least expect them. That’s why Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) proudly offers experienced, compassionate emergency care to pets in Plainwell and the greater Kalamazoo area.
EVCC Kalamazoo—our fifth location and second in Michigan—is here to provide trusted urgent and critical care when your pet needs it most.
Currently, we’re open 24 hours from Thursday at 7 AM through Tuesday at 7 PM, including holiday weekends. Our #1 goal is to expand to 24/7 year-round service, ensuring that pets in Southwest Michigan always have access to life-saving emergency care.
Now serving Plainwell and surrounding communities:
‘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.
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
Located only 15 minutes from downtown Plainwell, EVCC Kalamazoo is your closest emergency-only vet when your primary veterinarian is closed. Just take US-131 S to M-43 until you reach our hospital on W. Main St.
6289 W. Main St. Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 548-0400
AAHA Accredited Emergency Vet - Plainwell, 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 Local
Emergency Veterinary Team
Every visit is backed by a skilled, compassionate team of emergency-trained veterinarians, licensed technicians, and client care professionals dedicated to your pet’s wellbeing.
Dr. JoDell Walker, DVM Medical Director
Tessa Gumpert Hospital Manager
As part of the independently owned Emergency Veterinary Care Centers, we’ve proudly served Midwest communities since 2003—and now, we’re here in Kalamazoo to provide the same trusted care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Emergency Vet Care
We’re open 24 hours a day from Thursday at 7 AM through Tuesday at 7 PM, including holiday weekends. A licensed veterinarian is always available during open hours.
Our top priority is to expand to 24/7, year-round availability so you’ll have access to emergency veterinary care whenever your pet needs it.
No. We know emergencies are unexpected, which is why we accept walk-ins.
We provide emergency and critical care services for dogs and cats.
No. We are an emergency-only hospital. For routine wellness care (vaccinations, dental cleanings, exams, etc.), please contact your primary veterinarian.
A pet emergency involves any sudden health issue or injury that could be life-threatening or needs urgent care. Emergency situations include but are not limited to:
- 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 unsure whether it’s an emergency, please call us at (269) 548-0400. We're happy to guide you on the next steps.
Call us and bring your pet in immediately. Bring the packaging and/or sample of what was ingested if possible.
You can 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 care costs more manageable. Visit here for more details.
EVCC Kalamazoo is part of a trusted, independently owned network of emergency-only veterinary hospitals that has served the Midwest since 2003. Unlike many corporate clinics, our sole focus is emergency medicine—no wellness visits, no upselling—just skilled, compassionate care when your pet needs it most.
Our state-of-the-art hospital is staffed by a dedicated team trained specifically in urgent and critical care. As our fifth location—and second in Michigan—we’re proud to bring more than two decades of experience to support pets and their families in this community.
If you’re looking for dedicated, transparent, and compassionate emergency care in a calm and focused environment, EVCC Kalamazoo is here for you. Learn more about the EVCC story.
Emergency Vet Care You Can Count On
If your pet is in crisis, don’t wait—head to EVCC Kalamazoo. We’re open 24 hours from Thursday at 7 AM through Tuesday at 7 PM, including holidays that fall in that time window.
We’re working diligently on becoming a 24/7, year-round emergency hospital, because your pet deserves timely, exceptional care, whenever it’s needed most.