720-974-0040
13648 Orchard Pkwy. #700
Westminster, CO 80023


URGENT CARE IS OPEN!
Sunday-Monday-Tuesday
9am-9pm



Urgent Care Services



Dogs - Cats - Exotics





With extended hours from 9am to 9pm Sundays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, we are better able to serve your companions in their time of need.


Oxygen/Fluid Therapy
Surgical Services
Radiographs
On-Site Pharmacy
On-Site Laboratory
Diagnostics

We offer a wide range of Urgent care services in your pet's time of need:





Toxic Ingestion
Severe Vomiting/Diarrhea
Heat Stroke
Seizures
Lacerations
Trauma
Breathing Difficulty/Choking
Collapse
Bloat
Allergic Reactions
Bites/Stings
Possible Blockage
Burns
Pancreatitis



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Prior to your appointment please email any of the previous medical records or vaccination history to support@orchardvetmedcenter.com.



Karen Christ, DVM
Associate Urgent Care Veterinarian and Director of Urgent Care Services



Dr. Karen Christ is a proud “Double Dawg” obtaining both her undergraduate and DVM degrees from The University of Georgia. She and her husband, also a veterinarian, moved from Athens, GA to Colorado in 2019 in search of adventure in the great outdoors. She lives in Arvada with her 3 dogs, 2 cats, and 1 hognose snake. She joined our Urgent Care team in the beginning of 2023, and while she knows it can be scary to bring your pets in when they aren’t feeling well, she loves the reward of making them better. She strives to be an active listener, answering all of your questions with an emphasis on client education at each visit, empowering you to be an active partner in your pet’s care





FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS





WHAT ARE YOUR URGENT CARE HOURS?

Our urgent care hours are 9 AM to 9 PM Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Our general practice hours will remain the same - Monday, Thursday, and Friday from 7 AM to 5 PM, Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 AM to 7 PM, and Saturday from 8 AM to noon.


WHERE IS THE URGENT CARE FACILITY LOCATED?

13648 Orchard Parkway Suite 700, Westminster, CO 80023. Our urgent care facility entrance is next door to our general practice entrance on the east side or right of our general practice door if you're facing the building.


WHAT TYPES OF ANIMALS DO YOU SEE?

Dogs, cats, small mammals, and small reptiles (box turtles, small lizards, snakes, etc.)


DO I NEED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO BE SEEN?

We do prefer that you, at a minimum, give us a call to let us know what is going on with your pet so that we may prepare for your arrival and give you important information as needed. Keep in mind that there is also a possibility that we may fill up for the day and that we will ALWAYS give priority to the more severe case upon arrival.


DO YOU OFFER PAYMENT PLANS OR TAKE INSURANCE?

Unfortunatley, we do not offer payment plans at this time. Payment will be owed in full for services rendered during your visit. A deposit may also be required at check-in. However, we do accept CareCredit and will send any information/medical records to your chosen pet insurance company. .




Alyssa



Urgent Care Technicican



Alyssa has been a Veterinary Professional for over 8 years, specializing in emergency medicine. She has worked on and off for Orchard Vet for the last two years. Alyssa is an Elite Fear Free Certified professional and loves making even the most nervous and fearful pets feel more comfortable and at ease. In addition to veterinary medicine, she is a Licensed Aesthetician and has a passion for makeup and specializes in wedding makeup. Alyssa lives in Brighton with her boyfriend and her Pit mix Titan and miniature Aussie Luna. In her free time Alyssa loves to be outdoors, hiking and camping with her family.



Ashley



Urgent Care Technician



Born and raised in southern California, Ashley moved to Colorado in 2020 and since being here has grown a love for the snow and mountain life. Being a technician for 8 years, she has worked in emergency and critical care medicine for half that time and recently discovered her passion for exotic animal medicine. She has her own personal zoo at home, with her 2 reptiles, 1 amphibian, 2 cats and 2 dogs and is always looking for more reptiles to add to the family. Aside from spending time with her critters at home, she is currently studying to become Fear Free certified, and volunteers at Rocky Mountain Wildlife Alliance. Ashley hopes to further her career by becoming a Technician Specialist in Zoological medicine.



Emily



Urgent Care Client Care Representative



Emily has been a veterinary professional for nearly 2 decades, serving in multiple small animal, exotic, and wildlife practices. She is a Licensed Wildlife Rehabilitator with the State of Colorado and is also internationally certified in wildlife rehabilitation by the International Wildlife Rehabilitation Council -- making her one of only 4 people in the state of Colorado with this designation. Emily's area of interest and expertise is birds, with a special interest in birds of prey. Emily earned her BFA in illustration from the Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, where her focus was on veterinary and medical illustration.



13648 Orchard Pkwy #700
Westminster, CO 80023
(720) 974-0040
support@orchardvetmedcenter.com



Mon, Thu, & Fri: 7am-5pm Tue & Wed: 9am-7pm Saturday: 8am-12pm

Urgent Care: Sunday-Monday-Tuesday 9am-9pm


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