Reliable Emergency Veterinary Care Every Weekend
Whether you're playing with your dog at Burch Park or enjoying a relaxing evening indoors with your cat, pet emergencies can happen when you least expect them. That’s why Emergency Veterinary Care Centers (EVCC) is honored to provide experienced, compassionate emergency services to pets in Schoolcraft and throughout the greater Kalamazoo region.
Our Kalamazoo location is the fifth in our network—and the second in Michigan—established to offer dependable urgent and critical veterinary care when your pet needs it most.
Currently, EVCC Kalamazoo is open 24 hours a day from Friday at 7 PM through Monday at 7:30 PM, including all holiday weekends. Our #1 goal is to expand our hours to offer uninterrupted 24/7 care year-round, ensuring pets across southwest Michigan have access to life-saving treatment anytime it’s needed.
We’re proud to serve Schoolcraft and its neighboring communities, such as:
‘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
Just 15 minutes from the Village of Schoolcraft, EVCC Kalamazoo is your nearest emergency-only animal hospital when your regular vet is closed. To reach us, simply take US–131 N, exit onto M-43, and continue to our location on W. Main Street.
6289 W. Main St. Kalamazoo, MI 49009
(269) 548-0400
Meet Your Local
Emergency Veterinary Team
Every visit to EVCC Kalamazoo is supported by a skilled team. Our emergency-trained veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, and support team members are all committed to delivering dedicated, compassionate care to your pet.
Dr. JoDell Walker, DVM Medical Director
Tessa Gumpert Hospital Manager
As part of the independently owned Emergency Veterinary Care Centers network, we’ve been serving Midwest communities since 2003. With our arrival in Kalamazoo, we bring two decades of trusted emergency care experience—and we’re continuing to grow to meet the needs of the community.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) - Emergency Vet Care
Emergency Care You Can Rely On, When It Counts Most
If your pet is facing an emergency, don’t wait—bring them to EVCC Kalamazoo. We’re here 24 hours a day from Friday evening to Monday evening.
Our team is working toward full 24/7 care, because when emergencies happen, your pet deserves immediate access to help.