Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids

Animal Emergency and Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids We are dedicated to partnering with local veterinarians to deliver compassionate, high-quality emergency and critical care for pets when they need it most.
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Our team is here 24/7 to ensure your beloved companions receive the expert attention they deserve. Animal Emergency Hospital is a 24-hour emergency and specialty animal hospital providing comprehensive veterinary care for dogs and cats in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. Our emergency team and board-certified specialists work together to deliver advanced diagnostics, surgery, and critical c

are under one roof. From sudden emergencies to long-term treatment plans, we’re here whenever your pet needs us most.

Today is about honoring the labor of love that goes into everything we do; the long hours, the early mornings, and the q...
09/07/2026

Today is about honoring the labor of love that goes into everything we do; the long hours, the early mornings, and the quiet moments spent caring for the ones who can't care for themselves.

We see that same love in our pet parents every single day. So this Labor Day, we want you to rest easy. Both of our locations are open 24/7/365, today included, because we know emergencies don't take a holiday.

Happy Labor Day to you and yours.

📍 Grand Rapids- 3260 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
☎️ 616-361-9911
📍 Byron Center- 6820 Edgeview Ave SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
☎️ 616-537-1402

🐾 Labor Day Weekend, we're here for you, always.Emergencies don't take holidays, and neither do we. Both of our location...
09/05/2026

🐾 Labor Day Weekend, we're here for you, always.

Emergencies don't take holidays, and neither do we. Both of our locations, Grand Rapids and Byron Center, are open 24/7/365.

If your pet needs us this weekend, day or night, we're ready.

📍 Grand Rapids- 3260 Plainfield Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
☎️ 616-361-9911
📍 Byron Center- 6820 Edgeview Ave SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
☎️ 616-537-1402

Save this post, share it with a pet parent, and rest easy knowing we're just a call or a drive away.

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Contrary to popular belief, we don't just play with kittens and puppies all day. 🐾Okay, fine. Sometimes we do.Between th...
08/15/2026

Contrary to popular belief, we don't just play with kittens and puppies all day. 🐾

Okay, fine. Sometimes we do.

Between the exams, the surgeries, the lab work, and the endless notes, there are these moments: a kitten who decided your stethoscope is a toy, a puppy who needs a snuggle break (and honestly, so do we). It's the part of the job nobody warns you about, and the part we'd never trade.

Yes, it's a lot of hard work. But it's also a lot of this. ❤️

Strong referral relationships aren't built overnight. They're built one lunch-and-learn at a time. 🐾At AESH, getting out...
08/14/2026

Strong referral relationships aren't built overnight. They're built one lunch-and-learn at a time. 🐾

At AESH, getting out to our referring hospitals across West Michigan is one of our favorite parts of the job. Over the years our doctors have shared knowledge in classrooms and led hands-on sessions, like our surgeon walking the ER team through practical skills. And honestly, we learn just as much from our partners as we teach.

Every conversation and shared case brings us closer to the same goal: the best care for West Michigan pets. Thank you to our referral community for growing with us, then and now. ❤️

This is Brandy, one of our amazing Veterinary Assistants, showing exactly what Fear Free care looks like in action. 🐾Sub...
07/30/2026

This is Brandy, one of our amazing Veterinary Assistants, showing exactly what Fear Free care looks like in action. 🐾

Subcutaneous fluids can be uncomfortable, but a little peanut butter goes a long way. By keeping our patients calm and distracted, we're able to provide the care they need with way less stress.

Small moments like this, a gentle hand, a tasty distraction, and a whole lot of patience, are at the heart of how we treat every pet who walks through our doors.

07/17/2026

🍗💙 Tiny Treats for Tiny Patients 💙🍗

Even in the middle of an emergency visit, it's the little moments that can make a big difference. 🥹

This sweet little kitten enjoyed a chicken sucker while patiently waiting for her turn with our medical team and let's be honest, she absolutely stole our hearts. 🐱💕 Sometimes a tasty distraction and a little extra love are just what our patients need.

Wishing this precious baby a speedy recovery! Thank you to our team for making even the toughest days a little brighter for pets and the people who love them.

🐩 That feeling when… you thought you found a delicious snack, but it lands you a quick trip to the emergency room. 🤦‍♀️🐾...
07/16/2026

🐩 That feeling when… you thought you found a delicious snack, but it lands you a quick trip to the emergency room. 🤦‍♀️🐾

Meet the beautiful Dolly Sue! This gorgeous standard poodle decided a maxi pad was too tempting to pass up. Knowing that foreign objects can easily cause a dangerous blockage, her family brought her straight to us.

Thankfully, our team was able to use a safe, fast-acting medication to induce vomiting. In no time at all, the "snack" made its return appearance with absolutely no issues, and Dolly Sue was back to feeling like her fabulous self!

We can't help but laugh at her perfect "Well, that backfired..." expression in this photo.

While Dolly Sue's story has a happy (and quick!) ending, ingestion of foreign objects is a very common emergency. If your pet eats something they shouldn't, always call us right away. Acting fast makes all the difference!

We're here for you and your pets 24/7. 💙

Grand Rapids: 616-361-9911
Byron Center: 616-537-1402

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📚✨ Collaborating for Critically Ill Patients ✨🩺Last week, we had the absolute pleasure of presenting to the Southwest Mi...
07/15/2026

📚✨ Collaborating for Critically Ill Patients ✨🩺

Last week, we had the absolute pleasure of presenting to the Southwest Michigan Veterinary Medical Association (SWMVMA) at the iconic Bell's Brewery in Kalamazoo!

Two of our very own specialists, Dr. Meghan Harmon (board-certified Criticalist) and Dr. Mark Harmon (board-certified Cardiologist), teamed up to deliver an incredibly impactful presentation: "Acute Assessment of the Respiratory Distress Patient."

When a patient arrives struggling to breathe, every second counts. Dr. Meghan Harmon and Dr. Mark Harmon shared their combined expertise on how primary care teams and emergency/specialty teams can collaborate rapidly to stabilize these critical cases, from initial triage and advanced diagnostics to tailored treatment plans.

A huge thank you to the SWMVMA for hosting us, to Bell's Brewery for the fantastic venue, and to all the veterinary professionals who joined us for an evening of learning and community! We love partnering with our referring veterinary community to support the absolute best care for West Michigan’s pets. 💙🐾

🎉🐾 Last month, our team had the pleasure of celebrating an incredible milestone with the Humane Society of West Michigan...
07/11/2026

🎉🐾 Last month, our team had the pleasure of celebrating an incredible milestone with the Humane Society of West Michigan at their 143rd Birthday Party & Carnival!

What an amazing day it was! We were surrounded by wonderful people, delicious food, fun activities, and, best of all, so many adorable animals hoping to find their forever families.

Thanks to the incredible support of our West Michigan community, the event was a huge success:
🐶 27 pets found loving homes
💙 Over $56,000 was raised to support animals in need

We're grateful to be part of a community that comes together to make such a meaningful difference for local pets. And if you welcomed a new furry family member into your home: Congratulations! 🐾 We hope your pet enjoys a lifetime of health and happiness. Just remember, if an emergency ever happens, the team at Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital of Grand Rapids is here for you and your pets 24/7, 365 days a year.

Here's to many more years of supporting our community and the animals we all love! ❤️

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3260 Plainfield Avenue NE
Grand Rapids, MI
49525

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+16163619911

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