Your pet ate something weird.
It’s 11pm. Now what?

Talk to a licensed vet in minutes. Get clear answers, real guidance, and a plan—whether that’s “you’re fine” or “here’s what to tell your vet tomorrow.” No subscription. No membership. Just help when you need it.

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Available 24/7
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Avg. connect: 5–10 min
A black pug wearing a cozy knit sweater, looking up with wide eyes

Sound familiar?

It’s 11pm and your dog just ate something off the counter.

Your cat’s been vomiting and Google says it’s either nothing or fatal.

Your new puppy has a weird rash and your vet’s next opening is in two weeks.

You’re not sure if this warrants a $300 ER visit.

You shouldn’t have to choose between panic-Googling and the emergency room.

How it works

1

Tell us what’s going on

Pick a category, answer a few quick questions, and upload a photo if it helps.

2

Talk to a vet

A licensed veterinarian triages your pet’s situation via video or chat — assessing urgency, ruling out emergencies, and guiding your next step. Available 24/7.

No subscription. No membership.

One flat fee of $35 per tele-triage visit. That's it.

3

Get a clear plan

Leave with a specific recommendation—home care instructions, referral guidance, or a summary to share with your vet.

What we help with

Toxicity concerns

Your pet ate something they shouldn’t have. We’ll tell you if it’s dangerous and what to do.

Triage

Not sure if it’s serious? We’ll help you figure out whether you need to go in.

Urgent virtual care

Vomiting, diarrhea, skin issues, eye problems—a vet can help remotely.

New pet guidance

Just brought home a puppy or kitten? Get advice on nutrition, behavior, vaccinations, and what to watch for in those first weeks.

Behavioral questions

New behavior that’s worrying you? Get a vet’s perspective before it becomes a bigger issue.

Post-visit follow-up

Already saw your vet but something’s changed? Check in with us before your next appointment.

We’re not the emergency room. If your pet is having a seizure, can’t breathe, or is bleeding heavily, call your emergency vet immediately.

The Sidekick difference

We’re not here to replace your vet. We’re here for the moments in between—the triage, the late-night worry, the “is this an emergency?” moment. Your vet is the hero. We’re the sidekick.

Others

Other platforms want to be your vet.

Sidekick Vet

We want to be your vet’s backup.

Others

Monthly subscription you forget about.

Sidekick Vet

No subscription. Pay when you need us.

Others

Wait days for an appointment.

Sidekick Vet

Connect in minutes, 24/7.

Others

Your visit disappears after it ends.

Sidekick Vet

Every visit generates a summary you can share with your vet.

What we're not

  • A replacement for your primary vet
  • An emergency room
  • A subscription service
  • A chatbot or symptom checker

What we are

  • Your vet’s backup for after-hours and in-between moments
  • On-demand access to licensed veterinarians
  • A triage layer that helps you make the right call
  • A bridge between vet visits
"We’ll never try to replace your vet. We’ll just make sure you know when you need to see them—and help with everything else in between."

Meet our vets

Our vets average 12 years of clinical experience

Dr. Sarah Chen, DVM

Dr. Sarah Chen

DVM · 14 years

Dog mom to two rescue mutts, Leo and Biscuit

Dr. Marcus Rivera, DVM

Dr. Marcus Rivera

DVM · 11 years

Cat dad and former emergency vet for 6 years

Dr. Emily Kowalski, VMD

Dr. Emily Kowalski

VMD · 9 years

Lives with a very opinionated tabby named Miso

Every Sidekick Vet veterinarian has at least 5 years of clinical experience and is fully licensed in their state.

What pet parents are saying

10,000+
Visits completed
4.9
Average rating
5–10 min
Avg. connect time
50
States covered
"Luna ate half a bar of dark chocolate at 10pm. Sidekick Vet walked us through everything and told us she’d be fine—and she was. Saved us a $400 ER trip."

Jamie R.

Luna, Labrador mix

"My cat started limping on a Sunday. I was panicking, but the vet calmed me down, showed me what to check for, and said I could wait until Monday. She was right."

Priya M.

Chai, domestic shorthair

"My dog had a weird lump and my vet couldn’t see us for two weeks. Got on with a Sidekick Vet in 5 minutes, they told me exactly what to watch for and when to go in. Saved me so much worry."

Devon K.

Benny, golden retriever

Questions? We’ve got answers.

24/7 support, wherever you are

Talk to licensed vets in minutes, with guidance that fits your pet’s situation and your timezone.

Your vet handles the big stuff.
We handle everything in between.

Real vets. Right now. No subscription.

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10,000+ visits completed • 4.9 average rating