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NorthStar VETS is a nationally-recognized emergency, trauma and specialty veterinary hospital located in Mercer County, New Jersey. For your convenience, we're open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, serving pet parents and primary care veterinarians throughout New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania and Delaware.We invite you to experience the difference at NorthStar VETS and see how we're Leading the Way:

Location in Central Jersey

NorthStar VETS is proud and excited to offer 24/7 veterinary care via our main location in Robbinsville (Mercer County). This hospital offers round-the-clock veterinary emergency treatment and our full suite of specialty care.

Location in South Jersey

NorthStar VETS is proud and excited to offer veterinary care via our satellite clinic in Maple Shade (Camden/Burlington County). This hospital offers veterinary emergency care and our specialists rotate through to see appointments and rechecks, making it much more convenient for pet parents in that area.

Location at the Jersey Shore

NorthStar VETS is proud and excited to offer veterinary care via our satellite clinic in Brick (Ocean County). This hospital offers veterinary emergency care and our specialists rotate through to see appointments and rechecks, making it much more convenient for pet parents in that area.

National Recognition

We're the first and only American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)-accredited referral hospital in the state that provides world-class care for all types of companion pets including dogs, cats, birds, small mammals and other exotics. In fact, we received the 2013 AAHA Accredited Referral Practice of the Year Award - presented to just one specialty hospital in North America exemplifying the profession's highest ideals and standards. NorthStar VETS also won the 2012 Veterinary Economics Hospital Design of the Year Award for Best Specialty/Referral Hospital.

Five-star Service

In addition to our expert clinical services, we provide concierge-like five-star service for everyone who walks through our doors. This focus includes:

  • A higher-than-average staff-to-patient ratio so we can deliver more personalized care for each patient
  • A commitment to communication however you prefer it, including via our own mobile apps, social media, blog, phone, fax, email, online chat and community programs
  • A beautiful lobby that offers such creature comforts as
    • Free coffee and cookies
    • Vending machines
    • Free wifi access
    • Three large-screen televisions
    • A children's nook with books and activities
    • Ample and spacious pet-friendly seating
    • Separate check-in and check-out desks to make these processes easier, faster and safer

Our Commitment to You

We come to work each day with one goal: to provide unsurpassed medical care to each and every patient. As pet parents ourselves, we understand that your pet is a valued family member and, when it comes to health care, you want and deserve the very best. We're here to provide it.

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Can you call a vet and ask questions for free?

There is no need to guess or worry about your pet's health and behavior when you have access to the FREE PetIQ Veterinary Helpline. Call 1-800-775-4519 to speak with a dedicated veterinary professional who will listen to your concerns and provide you with the best options for your pet's care.

Can I call the vet just to ask a question?

We see so many posts with people wondering whether something is normal, what can they feed their puppy, etc. In the US, you can call your vet - for free! - and ask these questions without having to make an appointment.

Can you call a vet and ask for advice?

Other Options. If you can't reach your regular veterinarian, you have other options for getting urgent veterinary advice. One option is to contact your local emergency animal hospital. The emergency veterinarians may be able to give you advice over the phone or they may recommend that you bring your pet in for an exam.

Can I text a vet for advice?

Yes, online vets are legit! While there are certain limitations on what online vets can do, they can absolutely help to triage an emergency situation and provide real-time advice when you need it urgently.