
Five decades of
trusted care.
Las Vegas's animal hospital, open 24/7. Walk in any hour, day or night, a doctor is always here for your dog or cat.
Walk-ins welcome, any hour.
- AAHA
- Accredited
- 24/7
- Always open
- 19
- Veterinarians
- 50+
- Years of care
When something is wrong, you should not have to wait until morning.
Tropicana Animal Hospital is a 24-hour animal hospital in Las Vegas that handles emergencies, with a licensed veterinarian on site every hour of every day. Walk-ins are always welcome, and no one is turned away, just real emergency and urgent care for your dog or cat, right when you need it.
Everything your pet may ever need, under one roof.
View all servicesFrom a routine vaccine to emergency surgery at midnight, our team handles it here, so you rarely wait days for a referral.
- Emergency & Critical CareWalk in any hour. A doctor is always here, day or night.
- SurgeryRoutine spays to advanced soft-tissue and minimally invasive procedures.
- CT ScanDetailed 3D imaging for the cases X-ray and ultrasound cannot solve.
- Laparoscopic ProceduresMinimally invasive surgery through tiny incisions, so recovery is faster.
- DentistryCleanings, extractions, and oral surgery that protect the whole body.
- RadiologyDigital X-ray on site to see bones, chest, and abdomen in seconds.
- UltrasoundA real-time, non-invasive look at organs, the heart, and soft tissue.
- EndoscopyA camera on a flexible scope to look inside, and often treat, without surgery.
- VaccinationsAffordable vaccines, exams, and preventive care for every life stage.
- Laser TherapyDrug-free pain relief and faster healing for sore, aging, or recovering pets.
- BoardingOvernight stays with a medical team on site around the clock.
- Health CertificatesTravel and relocation paperwork, done right the first time.
- EuthanasiaGentle, unhurried support when it is time to say goodbye.

Decades of trusted care in Las Vegas.
Tropicana Animal Hospital has grown from a trusted neighborhood clinic into a full 24-hour hospital, without losing the personal touch. With nineteen veterinarians and advanced diagnostics under one roof, we are equipped for almost anything that walks, limps, or is carried through the door.
- Advanced imaging on site: CT, ultrasound, and endoscopy
- Nineteen veterinarians, so a doctor is here every hour
- In-house lab, most results back before you leave
- 50+
- Years of trusted care
- 19
- Veterinarians on staff
- 24/7
- Hours open, every day
Our care team
Meet the whole team
Dr. James E. Nave
Founder

Dr. Christian Lay
Surgery, internal medicine & cardiology

Dr. Alex Ralston
Surgery & preventive medicine

Dr. Matthew McCollum
Internal medicine & surgery

Dr. Sandra Gomez
General practice, bilingual

Dr. Babette SanMartin
Surgery, dentistry & endoscopy

Dr. Indigo Maybee
Soft-tissue surgery & exotics

Dr. Amethyst Southern
Internal medicine & exotics
Our pricing
No surprises at checkout. We post our prices so you can plan.
No emergency fees, ever
The same price whether it's 3 in the afternoon or 3 in the morning. We never add an after-hours or emergency surcharge for coming in when you need us.
We accept Visa, Mastercard, and cash. We help you file insurance claims after your visit.
Trusted by Las Vegas for generations.
Rated five stars across hundreds of Google and Facebook reviews from Las Vegas pet owners.
"I love taking my pittie here — we've been coming since she was about a year old. There's usually a wait, but their prices are reasonable, and the Trupanion insurance they recommended from the start has been worth every penny."
"You will not find a more caring, more compassionate, or more affordable animal hospital. We've brought several animals here over many years, and they're open 24 hours because animals don't keep business hours. When we had to say goodbye to a longtime family member, this team once again exceeded everything we could have hoped for."
"Amazing vets, vet techs, and receptionists. We took our cat elsewhere first and they couldn't handle sedating her — this hospital had all the right tools, did the surgery, and got her cleaned up. Everyone was so nice and transparent. Highly recommend."
"The care at this hospital is wonderful. The team works 100% to make our pets and their families feel confident."
Open now, and easy to reach.
We are on East Tropicana between Eastern and Pecos, with parking out front and walk-ins accepted whenever you need us.
- Address
- 2385 E. Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119
- Hours
- Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
- Phone
- (702) 736-4944
Questions we hear a lot.
Still unsure about something? Call us any hour at (702) 736-4944, we are always open.
Do I need an appointment?
You are always welcome to walk in, any hour of the day or night. For an emergency, call ahead so our team can prepare a room before you arrive.
What are your hours?
We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays. A veterinarian is on site every hour. Call ahead around major holidays to confirm timing for non-urgent visits.
How much is an exam?
Our standard exam fee is $71. All core dog and cat vaccines are $15 each. Spay and neuter pricing starts at $100 and varies by species and weight.
How can I pay?
We accept Visa and Mastercard debit or credit cards and cash. We do not offer CareCredit. If you have pet insurance, you pay at the time of service and we help you file the claim afterward.
How do I prepare my pet for surgery?
No food, water, or treats after midnight the night before. Then check in between 6 and 9 a.m., Monday through Sunday. We will confirm the details when your procedure is scheduled.

Visit us today.
We are open 24 hours a day, every day. Walk in any time, or call ahead and we will be ready for you.