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Veterinary Emergency Group

3845 E Colfax Ave, Denver, CO 80206, United States

4.8 (1,996 reviews)
Brand Veterinary Emergency Group
Property type Emergency veterinarian service ·  · 3845 E Colfax Ave

About this hospital

Veterinary Emergency Group in Denver, CO

Veterinary Emergency Group is listed as open around the clock, and you can reach them at (720) 574-9834. Located in Denver, CO at 3845 E Colfax Ave, they operate as a 24/7 emergency option for pets who need same-day help outside regular clinic hours. When a situation is time-sensitive, having a local emergency facility staffed for after-hours intake can help you avoid delays while you make next steps.

Denver emergency vet context

In Denver, emergency veterinary demand tends to rise when regular offices are closed—nights, weekends, and holidays—because pet owners still need help when symptoms worsen or new problems appear. Searchers often include households dealing with sudden injuries, breathing trouble, persistent vomiting or diarrhea, poisoning concerns, or uncontrolled bleeding. That’s the practical role emergency hospitals fill in a larger metro area: they provide a place to be evaluated when waiting for a routine appointment could make things harder.

The Veterinary Emergency Group network here

Veterinary Emergency Group is a brand/network name, and choosing a Veterinary Emergency Group-affiliated location usually means you can expect consistent intake workflows and service standards across the group. Operationally, that often shows up in how cases are triaged at the front desk, how information is gathered up front, and how they route care when a problem needs urgent diagnostics or stabilization. For Denver pet owners, selecting a network emergency option can be a way to rely on a familiar, repeatable process compared with calling an independent after-hours service.

24/7 emergency intake and after-hours arrival

Being set up for 24/7 emergency intake generally means the hospital can handle calls and walk-ins at any hour, including late-night emergencies. In many emergency settings, triage starts quickly based on what you report—symptoms, timing, and what you’ve tried—before a pet is brought in for evaluation. If you arrive at 3am, calling the published number first is often the fastest way to share brief details and confirm they can receive you immediately.

Front-desk reception signal from the published rating

The public rating for Veterinary Emergency Group is 4.8, based on 1,996 reviews. A rating in this range typically suggests a consistent experience for many different callers and visitors, especially around communication at the front desk and how information is delivered during stressful moments. In practice, it can also reflect how people perceive overall value for the help provided. Still, any single score can’t tell you how a specific case will be handled, so calling ahead for your situation can help.

What the reviewer base can (and can’t) tell you

Because there are 1,996 public reviews, readers can compare lots of experiences rather than relying on a small number of opinions. That volume can make it easier to spot patterns in service consistency, directions, and how well expectations are managed. Of course, review themes can vary by the kind of emergency, time of day, and what care was needed, and the directory page doesn’t include those details. Treat reviews as one input, not a substitute for asking questions directly.

Before visiting: practical checklist for faster intake

If you’re heading there, calling (720) 574-9834 ahead—when possible—can help you share the basics and confirm timing. Bring any available records, including medication lists and recent vaccines, and write down when symptoms started and any home treatments you tried. If you have them, bring proof of identity and payment method you plan to use; emergency visits can involve immediate decisions about diagnostics and stabilization.

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Editor’s note

Useful when the case fits the Veterinary Emergency Group network's documented scope at this location and after-hours availability matters. Confirm by phone for time-sensitive cases.

Common questions

Is Veterinary Emergency Group open 24 hours?

Veterinary Emergency Group lists 24/7 emergency hours in our directory. As with any after-hours animal hospital, call before traveling — staffing or intake capacity can change without notice.

Should I call ahead before bringing my pet?

Yes — calling first lets the team confirm a veterinarian is on-site, that the case fits the hospital's scope, and that walk-ins are being accepted at that hour. A 60-second call can avoid a wasted drive.

Is Veterinary Emergency Group part of a network?

Yes — this location operates as part of the Veterinary Emergency Group veterinary network. Service mix and referral protocols typically follow Veterinary Emergency Group's standards across locations.

What other emergency vets are in Denver?

Our directory lists additional emergency veterinary hospitals serving Denver. Use the "Other emergency vets" link in the sidebar to see the full city listing.

Listing reviewed: May 2026