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Veterinary Emergency Group

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 938 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(938) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
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Veterinary Emergency Group
Services
Emergency & Urgent Care, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
938

What recent reviews say

Emergency care happens fast here; staff stay calm and kind in crisis situations, explaining options plainly and factoring in what matters most to you. They've earned trust treating everything from dogs and cats to bearded dragons, with named staff like Dr. Lehman, Tucker, Dr. Beck, and ultrasonographer expertise on site. The 24/7 availability and willingness to cap bills or coordinate cremation reflect an ethos beyond transaction, though the business structure (private equity owned) and pricing reflect a for-profit model that some reviewers notice and resent.

At the core, reviewers report relief in distress: staff who held grieving owners, surgical care for foreign body removals, even long-drive emergencies (90 minutes from Colorado Springs) where exotic care mattered. Wait times stay short, and you stay with your pet through most procedures. Cost is higher than some area alternatives, but owners consistently weigh that against 24/7 access and the human treatment that makes trauma survivable.

Praised for
  • fast emergency response
  • compassionate, caring staff
  • clear communication and explanations
  • willing to work with pet owners on difficult decisions
  • handles exotic animals
Watch-outs
  • private equity ownership pressures pricing and profits
  • higher costs than some competitors
  • prices sometimes higher than anticipated
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Best for: Pet owners facing sudden emergencies who prioritize fast care and compassionate support over lowest cost.
Think twice if: Cost-conscious owners should compare prices; private equity structure means higher pricing is intentional strategy, not negotiable.

Strengths

  • 24/7 emergency availability
  • fast triage and treatment in crisis
  • experienced with exotic pets (bearded dragons)
  • surgical intervention on-site
  • staff stay with owners through procedures

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Lehman and tech Tucker named and praised
  • Dr. Beck performs surgical foreign-body removals
  • Ultrasonographer on staff (noted for calm, communicative approach)
  • 24/7 availability
  • Staff accommodate owner presence during procedures
  • Offer phone consultations before visits when facility is slow
  • Will cap bills and coordinate cremation logistics for grieving owners

What reviews say by service

Emergency & Urgent Care
Fast response, compassionate handling of life-threatening situations, surgical capability on-site.
Veterinary Surgery
Foreign-body surgical removals (foreign material, ingested objects) performed with explanation and follow-up care.
Exotic & Avian Care
Bearded dragon emergency care noted as rare in the region; reviewers drove 90 minutes and found the care worthwhile.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.58 average across the 101 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 90% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I stay with my pet during treatment?
Yes. Multiple reviewers note they were present throughout most procedures, including during ultrasonography.
Are you open 24/7?
Yes. Reviewers confirm they are available for after-hours and weekend emergencies, including early morning calls (3:30 AM cited).
Do you treat exotic pets like bearded dragons?
Yes. A recent review documents bearded dragon emergency care (respiratory distress) and notes this location serves areas where other emergency vets do not.
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Last updated 2026-07-05