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 Thursdays at 7 AM through Tuesdays at 7 PM, 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.
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
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
AAHA Accredited Emergency Vet - Portage, 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 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
We’re open 24-hours from Thursday at 7 AM through Tuesday at 7 PM, including any holidays that fall during that time. Additionally, we always have a veterinarian ready to treat your pet during our open hours.
Our goal is to expand to 24/7, 365-day availability as soon as possible, so your pet can receive dedicated emergency care, any time it's needed.
No appointment is necessary. Just walk in during our open hours; we’re always ready to help when your pet needs urgent care.
We provide emergency care for dogs and cats.
No. We focus exclusively on emergency and critical care. Your pet’s routine checkups, vaccines, and ongoing wellness needs are best handled by your primary care veterinarian.
A medical emergency is any sudden illness or injury that could be life-threatening or needs immediate treatment. Some common cases we treat 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 unsure, call us at (269) 548-0400—our team can help guide your next steps.
Call us and bring your pet in immediately. If you can, bring the packaging or a sample of what they ingested.
For additional guidance, you can also call the ASPCA Poison Control Hotline at (888) 426-4435. A consultation fee may apply.
Yes! We work with CareCredit and VetBilling to help manage the costs of emergency care. Visit here for more details.
EVCC Kalamazoo is part of a trusted, independently owned network of emergency-only veterinary hospitals that’s been serving the Midwest since 2003. Unlike corporate-owned ERs, we focus entirely on urgent care—no wellness services, no upselling—just experienced, transparent emergency care when your pet needs it most.
Our Kalamazoo hospital is newly opened, equipped with advanced technology with a team trained in emergency care. As the fifth EVCC location and the second in Michigan, we bring more than two decades of emergency care experience to every case.
If you’re looking for focused, compassionate care from a team that treats your pet like their own, EVCC Kalamazoo is here for you and your pets. Learn more about the EVCC story.
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-hour emergency care Thursday morning through Tuesday evening.
Now open and proudly serving the Portage area, EVCC Kalamazoo is your nearby emergency veterinary partner; because in critical moments, every second matters.