24 Hour Emergency Vet Hospital and Urgent Pet Care in Edgewater, Colorado
Dr. Evan Lehman
Medical Director
University of Michigan; University of Pennsylvania; Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine
Originally from New York, Dr. Lehman grew up in a family of doctors and nurses but his passion for medicine would take a different path. After completing veterinary school on the beautiful island of St Kitts, he returned to the states to complete his clinical training, and developed an interest in emergency and critical care medicine. His love of the outdoors brought him to Colorado. He is the proud father of two amazing children and two rambunctious rescue dogs!
VEG veterinary clinic in Edgewater, Colorado is open 24/7, providing the highest quality of veterinary emergency care and pet urgent care for pets of all kinds – including birds and exotic animals.
Located just minutes from Wheat Ridge, you’ll find VEG animal hospital in the Public Market shopping center, near the intersection of W. 20th Ave and Depew St.
Parking for our Edgewater emergency vet
The entrance to our Edgewater emergency pet hospital faces a central courtyard with convenient parking right outside. Need help getting your pet inside? Call ahead and one of our VEGgies will meet you at the door.
24-hour emergency vet hospital in Edgewater
At our Jefferson County animal hospital, you can expect:
- A compassionate care team that specializes in pet emergency medical care
- Open floor plan hospital, so you can stay by your pet’s side every step of the way
- Seamless collaboration with your family vet
- Overnight animal care for hospitalized patients
- Space for pet parents to stay overnight with their hospitalized pet
Whether your cat is vomiting or your dog just isn’t acting like themselves after a long day at Citizens’ Park, our emergency vets are ready 24/7 to provide expert care and pet health advice.
Our vet staff in Edgewater is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, to perform diagnostic testing, digital x-rays, endoscopies, ultrasounds, and more.
Our Edgewater vet hospital is also a blood bank for dogs
VEG Edgewater animal hospital is also home to a VEG Blood Bank location. This vital program provides life saving blood donations for dogs in need of transfusions. Our donations support VEG hospitals and local Edgewater vets alike. Ask us how your dog can become a donor and help save lives!
Why Choose VEG ER for Pets
customer-focused veterinary emergency care
call us 24/7
Pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a veterinarian 24 hours a day to get your medical questions answered.
see a vet now
No appointment needed, walk in 24/7 – VEG is always open. Emergency vet care starts the moment you walk in the door.
stay together
No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
stress less
At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
Emergency Care
Exotic Pet Care
Pet Urgent Care
End-of-life Care
Vet Surgery
Endoscopy
Pet Ultrasound
and X-rays
Diagnostics
and Testing
Treatment and
Hospitalizations
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Emergency vet care, always open and ready
Learn more about VEG's 24/7 emergency vet care.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the services at VEG ER for Pets
IS VEG OPEN 24 HOURS?
Yes, all VEG locations are open all the time – 24 hours a day, 365 days a year – even on holidays and weekends to care for pet emergencies.
DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT?
At VEG, we don’t take appointments, because we deal with emergencies. When the unexpected happens, call us or walk in to your nearest VEG location 24/7 for immediate care.
HOW DO I KNOW IF IT’S AN EMERGENCY?
Never self-diagnose your pet. Sometimes you just can’t tell if your pet is having a true emergency. But VEG can. Call your local VEG anytime and a veterinarian will answer your medical questions and determine if you should come in.
CAN I GO TO VEG FOR URGENT CARE?
Yes, VEG offers Pet Urgent Care for injuries and illnesses such as vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, limping, wounds, ear infections, eye problems, and constipation! Visit your local VEG and we’ll triage urgent care for your pet immediately. Learn more about the medical services we offer.
WHERE CAN I TAKE MY PET BIRD OR EXOTIC PET IN AN EMERGENCY?
VEG is skilled to handle emergency care for avians, reptiles, and all types of exotic pets.
DO I HAVE TO CALL BEFORE COMING IN?
Though you can just walk into any of our 24 hour hospitals, we recommend calling first so we’re familiar with the situation when you come in.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AT VEG?
When you take your pet to VEG, you’ll be seen by a veterinarian right away, even before filling out paperwork. We’ll even meet you at your car if you need help bringing in your pet. No waiting in the lobby; you stay with your pet the entire time, even if surgery is involved. And yes, we’re pet lovers, but we’re people-friendly too! We’ll openly discuss diagnosis and treatment options. And we always make sure the pet patient and pet parent are as comfortable as possible.
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