Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital

Wheat Ridge, CO

At a glance

Facility type
Emergency Specialty Hospital
Practice tier
Specialty Referral
Clinic type
Hospital
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

Emergency General Practice Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life Surgery Dentistry

AVMA Specialties

Cardiology Dermatology Emergency & Critical Care Internal Medicine Neurology Oncology Ophthalmology

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Founded in 1955 as a one-person general practice, Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital has grown into a 24-hour emergency, specialty, and primary care hospital

Care capabilities

Emergency
24/7 emergency

Services in detail

Anesthesiology & Pain ManagementCardiologyDentistryDiagnostic ImagingDermatologyEmergency CareInternal MedicineOncologyRadiation OncologyMedical OncologyNeurology & NeurosurgeryOphthalmology
Show all 16 services
Primary CareSurgeryBlood BankCritical Care

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Frequently asked

Is Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital provides 24/7 emergency care.

Is Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital offer?+

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital offers Emergency, General Practice, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, Hospitalization, End Of Life, Surgery, and more.

When was Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital established?+

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital has served the Wheat Ridge, CO community since 1955.

What reviewers say

85% Positive sentiment
based on 1,660 reviews

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital equipped with modern, state-of-the-art facilities. The practice offers comprehensive veterinary services, including advanced neurology, oncology, surgery, internal medicine, and critical care. The veterinary team is widely regarded as compassionate, knowledgeable, and thorough, providing clear explanations and dedicated support during complex medical procedures and difficult end-of-life decisions. While the hospital is often busy resulting in occasional wait times and higher costs, it remains a vital emergency resource for pet owners seeking specialized veterinary care.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.