Compassionate, Dedicated Weekend
Emergency Veterinary Care
When your pet needs urgent medical attention, you deserve a team you can trust—day or night. Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) Kalamazoo is now open and ready to serve pet families in Portage, MI with compassionate, skilled emergency veterinary care.
As the fifth EVCC location and our second in Michigan, we bring nearly 20 years of emergency-only expertise to every case. We’re open 24 hours a day, starting Fridays at 7 PM through Mondays at 7:30 AM, including all weekend holidays, so you’re never without access to life-saving care when your regular vet is closed.
Our #1 goal is to expand these hours as soon as possible and open 24/7, 365 days a year—ensuring that pets in southwest Michigan always have access to the critical care they need, whenever they need it most.
We’re honored to support the pets and people of Portage and other nearby communities, such as:
‘Get in Line’ From Home
Our goal is to make your visit as easy and stress-free as possible. Reserve your place in line from home by clicking the button below, and we’ll send you a text when it’s time to head 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
EVCC Kalamazoo is conveniently located just 10 to 15 minutes from Portage, providing easy access to exceptional weekend emergency care.
6289 W. Main St. Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 548-0400
Meet Your Southwest Michigan
Emergency Veterinary Team
EVCC Kalamazoo comprises emergency veterinarians and technicians trained in emergency and critical care. Whether your pet arrives in pain, distress, or crisis, our goal is to deliver swift, high-quality treatment in a calm, compassionate setting.
Dr. JoDell Walker, DVM Medical Director
Tessa Gumpert Hospital Manager
As part of the trusted Emergency Veterinary Care Centers network, our Kalamazoo team is backed by over 20 years of emergency medicine experience—and works closely with your primary vet and any specialists to ensure seamless follow-up care.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Emergency Vet Care
Worried About Your Pet’s Symptoms? Visit EVCC Kalamazoo Now!
If your pet is sick or in distress and your regular vet is closed for the weekend, don’t wait. EVCC Kalamazoo is here for you, with 24/7 emergency care from Friday evening through Monday morning.
Now open and proudly serving the Portage area, EVCC Kalamazoo is your nearby emergency veterinary partner; because in critical moments, every second matters.