Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is a veterinarian in Wheat Ridge, CO. It provides emergency, specialty, and primary care services for pets, offering treatments in areas such as cardiology, dermatology, oncology, neurology, surgery, and critical care. The hospital serves the Denver area and surrounding communities, operating 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It is staffed by board-certified specialists and emergency veterinarians, with a focus on coordinated, advanced care under one roof.

The hospital was founded in 1955 as a general practice and evolved through a 1994 merger with Denver Veterinary Specialists, combining general and specialty services. It has maintained continuous accreditation from the American Animal Hospital Association since 1963 and earned Referral Standards accreditation in 2008. The hospital is part of Veritas Veterinary Partners, a national network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals. It emphasizes open communication with pet owners and referring veterinarians, prioritizing compassionate care that respects the bond between pets and their families.

The hospital is located on W 44th Avenue in Wheat Ridge, CO, near Kipling Street, Compass Montessori School, a bus station, a police station, and Clear Creek. It sits about 0.2 miles from the river and is situated along a main road with nearby public transit access.

Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is recognized for providing comprehensive, advanced veterinary care in a community setting, known for its experienced emergency and specialty teams. It has served the area for decades, earning trust among pet families and primary care veterinarians.