Open 365 days per year | Walk-ins Welcome
Same-day care for non-life-threatening emergencies. Save your spot online or walk in. You can stay with your pet in the treatment area throughout the visit.
Save My Spot
When your pet needs care today for a non-life-threatening illness or injury, we can help. If you’re not sure where to go, call us. We’ll help you figure it out.
Save My Spot
If you’re unsure, give us a call at (805) 738-6030.
1Let us know you’re coming by picking an arrival time online, or just walk in.
2We will immediately triage your pet and escort you to a private room so you aren’t waiting in the lobby.
3The vet examines your pet, explains what is going on, and you approve every line before we start.
4At UrgentPaws, there is no mystery door. We don’t “take your pet to the back” without inviting you to be by their side.
5You’ll leave with a written plan, and we’ll send the records to your regular vet.
elle R.
Last night our puppy had a bad reaction to a vaccine and her face was swelling. When we got there they were dealing with another emergency but made sure we were taken care of exceptionally! They were so sweet and calmed our anxiety immediate. Within an hour she was back to her normal self:)
Karen B.
I literally can’t say enough about the team at Urgent Paws. We unfortunately had to put down our cat. She was my daughter‘s cat who passed away 10 years ago. So she was really, really special to us. It’s like losing the last piece of my daughter. Sydney went above and beyond. She was so kind and empathetic, she made this process bearable. I received a lovely personal card. It meant everything to me. We will be bringing all of our pets to this establishment.
Lauren R.
The best urgent veterinary experience I have had in a very long time. My dog had a suspected infection, but my vet couldn’t get her in and they recommended urgent paws. Since it wasn’t life-threatening, I felt like I could wait until 3 PM to get in. I was able to reserve my appointment time at 3 PM. Walked right in as soon as they opened and they took me immediately to a room no waiting whatsoever. The facility was very clean and modern and I liked that I could see them pulling my dogs blood work since the patient room doors have a window to see the technician area. The staff was all really friendly. You could tell they really love the dogs they were working on. I was kept informed of the progress and it all went very quickly, believe it or not I was in and out in under two hours. That never happens at an Emergency vet! Prices were about what you can expect to see an Emergency Vet. I don’t hope to be back, but I take great comfort in knowing this practice is available in the community and will be there when I need it. Thank you to the staff for taking great care of my Birdie girl!
Cori S.
Dr Grenus and the team at this urgent care were amazing with my dog Renee. They made me and my dog comfortable and explained everything so clearly and we're very helpful. I 100% would recommend anyone to take there pet to this urgent care.
Marisa M.
We took our pup to Urgent Paws for a paw injury, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. The entire staff was wonderful. From the vet techs to Dr. Sweitzer, everyone was patient, gentle, and genuinely attuned to our pup's needs. They followed our lead on what would keep her calm while they wrapped her injury, which made all the difference for our anxious pup. Dr. Sweitzer was especially fantastic. She encouraged all our questions and took the time to answer each one thoroughly and clearly. Her explanations were so educational, and you could tell she genuinely cared about our pup's wellbeing. It's so rare to find a vet's office that combines this level of compassion with thoroughness. If we lived nearby, Dr. Sweitzer would absolutely be our go-to vet. Highly recommend!
Jennifer J.
I took my 17 year old dog named Goofy to be put to sleep. They met us in the parking lot. I had him in a wagon and they pulled him inside to a very comfortable room. I felt at peace the moment we got there. The staff was so compassionate and empathetic. We spent time with him and they gave us a remote that rang the vet to come in to start medication. He had already been prepped with the catheter at the beginning of our visit. The Vet was so empathetic and sweet with Goofy. He treated him as if it were his own. I recommend this urgent care if you care about what type of care your animal receives! I would use them again!!
Ana C.
This is the third time we needed to come here and are pleased with the service every time. The staff and doctors are so caring, respectful and friendly. They go over the plan with you before they proceed and go over the low and high cost of the bill before treating our boy. Will come back for sure.
Carrie V.
My son and I came in yesterday to have our dog of 14 years euthanized. I was so impressed with the staff and doctor working when we came in. It is such a horrible time for any family to go through but they were so sensitive to our situation. They made it as bearable as it could possibly be.
Madeleine K.
Really impressed by this place and the excellent and caring staff. We needed help fast on a Saturday when our regular vet was closed. Kira welcomed us into an examination room right away and took a very thorough history, and then Dr Martinez did a very thorough exam, explaining everything and asking lots of thoughtful questions. Everyone was kind and supportive, yet swift and efficient. The atmosphere of the place is very calm and everyone was caring and supportive. The cost of the medicine was no more than through our regular vet. I would definitely come here again. Highly recommended.
Sean B.
I highly recommend this place! I took my shiba inu here because she ate a bunch of lamb bones and they were able to get her to throw it all up. Staff was so nice and the dr was great. If I ever have after hours problem I will only come here
olivia T.
Everyone here is so nice and caring. I am so glad that I found them for urgent care needs for my fur baby. Will definitely recommend them to everyone I know.
Kevin C.
Highly recommended group of caring vets and techs! I had to bring one of my dogs in for a possible UTI. After gathering all the standard information, I was presented with all the treatment options with very clear line items for all the pricing. At no point was I pushed one way or another and they were very transparent. They took great care of my dog (you wouldn't know it based on her screaming, but she's dramatic) in order to perform a bladder aspiration to get a sterile sample. I was sent home with medication and instructions that they would follow up if needed depending on lab culture results. Great group of people working there that actually seem like they're enjoying their jobs. Highly recommended for pet urgent care if your regular vet isn't available!
Yvette R.
I want to give a special thank you to Aliza vet tech who has taken care of my six-month-old puppy. She has always been incredibly caring, patient, and gentle. It’s clear that she truly loves what she does and treats every pet with compassion and kindness. I appreciate the time, attention, and reassurance she provides during every visit. Knowing my puppy is in such caring hands means so much. Thank you for the wonderful care you continue to provide!
Laura C.
Here’s a polished Google review: I had an outstanding experience at UrgentPaws Urgent Care. From the moment we arrived, the entire team was compassionate, professional, and genuinely focused on making both my pet and me feel comfortable. One thing that really stood out was their transparency with pricing. They discussed costs upfront, explained every option clearly, and worked with me to create a collaborative treatment plan instead of pushing unnecessary tests or procedures. I truly appreciated being included in every decision. Another thing I loved was that they kept me in the exam room with my pet throughout the visit rather than taking them to the back. It made a stressful situation so much easier, and I felt reassured knowing I could stay by my pet’s side the entire time. The level of care, communication, and kindness we received was exceptional. I highly recommend UrgentPaws to anyone looking for an urgent care clinic that treats both pets and their owners with compassion, respect, and honesty. Thank you for taking such wonderful care of us!
Ani P.
Grateful. My 3 pup Sola's face started getting welts all over and quickly her entire face swelled up. Her eyes swelled shut. It was Sunday, holiday weekend, day after Sat the 4th of July. Urgent Paws was open and I was able to get Sola in ASAP! Even before formal paperwork, they took care of her, giving her IV and injected antihistamine and steroids to deal with the swelling. They were caring, kind, calm, and gave us the best level of attention. All the assistants/techs were wonderful, especially Sydney. Thank you!!! Prices were almost the same as our regular vet too. Highly recommend this spot! 110%
James B.
We had a great experience, we were taken care of right away, staff was amazing, a much better option than other local emergency vetnerians.
Karen H.
Caring, compassionate, and thorough. The doc & staff helped keep me calm, followed up post visit several times, and answered my questions. I would not hesitate to refer Urgent Paws to friends/clients needing help with their pet(s)
Jasmine D.
Thank you to Dr. Strieby, Tatiana, and Kierra at Urgent Paws for taking great care of our Bernedoodle puppy, Teddy. He had a foxtail lodged very deep in his ear and we had no idea what was going on at first. He was crying, shaking his head constantly, and peed himself multiple times from the pain. Really upsetting to see. The entire staff was calm, efficient, and genuinely kind the whole visit. Dr. Strieby was excellent, super thorough and clearly experienced. They also tried to save us extra cost by seeing if they could avoid sedation first, which we appreciated. Thankfully once she got a clear look inside Teddy’s ear, she was able to pull the foxtail out quickly without needing to sedate him. We were shocked by how large /deep it was, and Teddy felt immediately better afterward back to himself. The clinic also has open viewing windows into the treatment area so you can actually see what’s happening while your pet is being treated. Never seen that before at a vet office, made the experience feel a lot less stressful. They also let us stay close to Teddy and comfort him during the process. Tatiana was wonderful too, even has a funny little calming song she and the team sings to the dogs that somehow helps soothe them haha. Also.. compared to emergency vets in Agoura Hills/TO, their pricing felt much more reasonable for urgent care. Also I’m pregnant and started getting nauseous from the stress, and Tatiana immediately ran to the store to get me ginger ale, which was very sweet. Very thankful we found this place, with 3 dogs we will definitely come back for any emergencies! Yall are the best :)
kristina B.
If I could give Urgent Paws a 10 I would! We brought our dog Molly in because we thought her kennel cough was getting worse, but it turns out she had bronchial pneumonia. Dr. Schweitzer and staff were amazing, very personable, and took the time to comfort us and explain everything. Dr. Schweitzer even showed us the x-rays and explained them to us in detail and then called us promptly later that night with the radiologist results.
akarkoon
My elderly chihuahua hurt his paw while taking a walk. We went to Urgent Paws. Everyone was so welcoming, attentive, and caring. The facility is spotless. We were seen right away and my dog is doing great. Highly recommended.
No – walk-ins are always welcome. Save My Spot lets you pick an arrival time online, so we know you are coming and can be ready for your pet. We assess every pet on arrival and see the most critical patients first, so timing can shift if a sicker pet comes in.
We are an after hours veterinary urgent care and treat emergencies that are not life-threatening. This includes vomiting, limping, cuts, ear and eye trouble, skin, urinary problems, and more. For life-threatening emergencies, contact your nearest 24-hour ER.
Yes! Our clinic is open to you, including the treatment room. We want you to be as involved in the visit as you would like. In most instances, we find our patients do much better when they are next to their owners. In rare cases, you pet may be better on their own (e.g. they are trying to protect you) and we may ask you to give them some space to ensure they receive the best possible care. In these situations, we will communicate everything to you beforehand.
No – we give our owners the option to come with us into the treatment room or remain in one of our private exam rooms – the choice is yours.
Yes – we make it easy to pay for the care your pet needs. We accept all major pet insurance plans on a reimbursement basis: you pay at the time of visit, and we’ll provide an itemized invoice and any medical records your insurer needs to process your claim.
We also offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry. Both let you apply in minutes from your phone right in our clinic, so you can find out what you qualify for before treatment begins.
Yes – we run bloodwork, urine and fecal testing, X-rays and ultrasound in the clinic, and we give fluids, injections, wound care and medications on the spot, so most problems are diagnosed and treated in one visit.
We treat dogs and cats. Some of our veterinarians also see exotics such as rabbits, snakes, turtles and lizards. Call us at (805) 738-6030 first and we will confirm that the vet on shift can treat your pet.
Monday to Friday, 3 PM to 11 PM. Saturday, Sunday and holidays, 10 AM to 8 PM. We are open 365 days a year.
Holiday hours apply on the holiday itself, not on the observed weekday. We keep holiday hours on:
We are at 520 N Ventu Park Rd Suite 200, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320.
Next to the Walmart Neighborhood Market, off Ventu Park Road.
Use Save My Spot, keep your pet calm and warm, and note when the symptoms started and what has changed. Bring any medications your pet takes, prior records if they are handy, and a stool or vomit sample if that is the problem. Please don’t give human medication; many common ones are dangerous for pets.
After your visit, you’ll leave with a written care plan and your regular vet will get a treatment summary.
After treatment, we’ll:
Our Thousand Oaks clinic is on Ventu Park Road, one turn off the 101 freeway, so it is an easy drive from across the Conejo Valley and much of Ventura County. Newbury Park and Westlake Village are minutes away; Camarillo, Oxnard, Port Hueneme and Ventura come down the 101, and Moorpark and Simi Valley reach us on the 23 and the 118. We also see pets from Santa Paula and Ojai when the drive to a 24-hour ER is farther still.
