Evolution Veterinary Specialists

They were great. Our dog was hit by a car and they got him right in and assessed. Luckily he’s going to be okay. Staff was supportive and the vet was super thorough and sweet. Cost was on lower end of estimate which is good.

posted: 01/03/2024

Our dog unfortunately had his first (and hopefully last) run-in with a porcupine late Friday night while we were in the mountains. Evolution was the closest emergency vet at 90 minutes away; not only did they help calm us down over the phone and give us tips on how to safely get him in the car, they saw us right away when we arrived and had Buster sedated and cleaned up within 2 hours. We did end up having to go back for a follow-up on Sunday afternoon for a couple of problematic retained quills in his ankle. The wait then was quite a bit longer (~2 hours), but that was understandable since it wasn't a true emergency. We found the estimates to be very reasonable and the staff was great about giving us updates. They also let us keep our other dog with us the whole time, which we really appreciated since we were all stressed! We hope to never have to go back (at least not anytime soon!) but we would happily trust EVS with our pets' care in the future.

posted: 09/18/2023

We just moved down the street from this ER a couple of years ago - and we are very thankful that we have a 24 hour ER vet so close to us - and we've had to come here on multiple occasions in the past year alone for our two cats. I recently brought in my sweet girl, Sophie, over the holiday break and we unfortunately had to make the difficult decision to put her down, but the staff, vet, techs, and everyone we came across were nothing but compassionate and kind while I was an emotional mess -- and I can't thank them enough for being so supportive and kind during a difficult time.

posted: 01/04/2024

I came in here with my dog after driving from the high country in the middle of the night. My dog came in with a toxicity cardiac emergency after ingesting human medication accidentally while I was at work at a human ER. Being in the medical field myself - I knew likely what was happening but not what to do. This lack of control when I’m normally able to help someone put my emotions in chaos. The staff at this facility was top notch. From the moment I first called at home to let them know I’d have to make the long drive to them because we don’t have an overnight ER for animals in the high country until I took her home - every worker was compassionate, kind, patient, informed, informative and educated. As I lost my emotions, they were wonderful in saving my puppy. I can’t thank these human hero’s enough. Not only did you save my puppy but said the kindest things at the perfect moment. She’s doing much better now and I have so much gratitude. Looking back at the situation, I know it’s YOUR values, ethics, knowledge and team that helped me process through all of it. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Everyone I know and work with in the high country that has a dog has heard about you from me and you are the only recommendation I make for anyone that needs to come downhill for after hours care! Here’s clover fully back to herself enjoying a day in the sun up in summit county!

posted: 10/23/2023

Amazing!! We started off with VCA Highlands Ranch and things started too take a bad turn; we had to find a new surgeon for our 5lb Mini Schnauzer's liver shunt. From the first call, to the day we picked her up, the staff were incredible. Dr. O'Donnell is wonderful, kind, and assuring. We felt confident leaving our tiny doggy in his hands. He explained everything in a calm, precise manner and we never felt like we were an imposition with our questions or the time he took with us. We know our puppy got so much love from the staff and we weren't scared leaving her for three days post op, beyond the normal fear for her health and recovery. The staff went out of their way to accommodate our visits with our girl, and always with a friendly smile. Thank you to: Gwen, Alexis, Kristin, Sydney, Kari, Dr Cassie, Dr O'Donnell and anyone else who loved and cuddled our Orla Blü and helped to save her life 🩵

posted: 11/03/2023