James City County's general practices keep regular weekday hours. On weekends, and for cases that need more than a clinic can provide, neighbors come to CARE. Because we are in the county, you reach us quickly, and we coordinate with your family veterinarian so follow-up care is seamless.
Service area · local, just minutes away
Emergency Vet Care in James City County, VA
CARE is located in James City County, which means for neighbors in Toano, Norge, Lightfoot, Grove, and the Jamestown area we are the local emergency hospital, not a long haul down the interstate. Our address on John Tyler Highway puts us within easy reach of the whole county. When your pet faces a sudden illness or injury on a weekend, you should not have to drive across the region. You want trusted emergency and advanced care close to home, with diagnostics handled on site. Call before you come.
Why CARE
Why pet owners in James City County choose CARE
Right here in the county
Our hospital sits inside James City County on John Tyler Highway, so local families reach advanced emergency care without leaving the area.
Diagnostics run all weekend
We run and read X-ray, ultrasound, CT, and bloodwork on site every weekend, so there is no waiting for an outside lab to open.
More than a typical ER
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy, hemoperfusion, endoscopy, hospitalization, and emergency surgery are available together in one place.
A partner to your vet
We are Fear Free Certified and work hand in hand with county practices so your pet's care continues smoothly afterward.
Frequently asked questions
CARE is inside James City County at 5295 John Tyler Highway, so most residents reach us in just a few minutes. Call (757) 703-0199 on your way so our team is ready.
No referral is required for an emergency. County veterinarians are also welcome to refer patients to us for advanced imaging, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and hemoperfusion.
We offer weekend emergency coverage, opening Friday at 8:00 a.m. and staying open through the weekend before closing Monday at 9:00 p.m. We are closed Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Please call (757) 703-0199 to confirm.
Call before you head to CARE
Calling ahead lets our team prepare for your pet and talk through the drive from James City County. We are ready the moment you arrive.
Call (757) 703-0199