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24/7 Emergency Vet Care

Our emergency team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year in Colorado Springs. Walk-ins welcome.

10520 White Diamond Pt, Colorado Springs, CO 80908

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Transforming the veterinary experience through empathy and transparency

Our Services

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Emergency Services

Access immediate, full-service veterinary treatment in Colorado Springs, CO. Our ER is fully staffed and available day or night. No referral or appointment needed for emergency care.

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Specialty Services

Our specialty veterinary services are available by appointment and include cardiology, orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, rehabilitation, internal medicine, and radiology. Our team of veterinary specialists is here to help your pet return to full health.

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For Veterinarians

We collaborate with veterinary hospitals across Colorado to deliver exceptional patient care and share valuable learning resources. Learn how we’re building lasting partnerships that support both pets and professionals.

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About Us

Lindsey Ganzer, DVM founded North Springs Veterinary Referral Center in 2022 to raise the standard of emergency and specialty care in Colorado Springs. Her mission is to deliver compassionate, expert care while creating an exceptional experience for both clients and veterinary teams.
Since launch, our team has grown to 65+ full-time employees. Our highly skilled medical team includes veterinary specialists, experienced emergency DVMs, and a compassionate support staff of veterinary technicians, assistants, and client service representatives.
With every patient, Dr. Ganzer and her team aim to transform the veterinary experience via transparency, empathy, and expert pet care.

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What’s New
Dr Emily Purswell

Our Internal Medicine Department is Growing!!

Please welcome Emily Purswell, DVM, MSpVM, DACVIM (SAIM) to our team as our second Internal Medicine Specialist!

Dr. Emily Purswell received her undergraduate degree from the University of Denver in 2004 and her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University in Ames, IA, in 2010. After completing a small animal rotating internship, she was commissioned into the U.S. Army, serving 14 years as an Active Duty veterinarian. During her military service, Dr. Purswell completed her clinical residency in internal medicine at North Carolina State University in 2018, subsequently becoming board-certified in small animal internal medicine. Dr. Purswell’s clinical interests include renal & gastrointestinal diseases. She lives in Colorado Springs with her partner, Scott, and they enjoy spending time together in the mountains, taking advantage of all that Colorado has to offer.

Our Internal Medicine Services are now available Monday – Friday. Please call 719-920-4430 to schedule your appointment!

Dr Ashley Iodence

CONGRATULATIONS to Ashley Iodence, DVM, DACVS-SA! Welcome to our team as our new full-time boarded surgeon!

Dr. Ashley Iodence is a Colorado Springs native. She attended Colorado State University for both her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees. Following veterinary school, she completed a small animal rotating internship, surgery specialty internship, and surgical residency at the University of Georgia. Dr. Iodence is happy to be back in Colorado and joined the North Springs VRC team in September 2024. She enjoys all aspects of surgery and loves helping pets live healthier and happier lives. In her free time, she likes hiking with her husband and their two beagles, Scout and Zoey.

Our Surgery Services are available Tuesday – Friday for orthopedic and soft tissue surgeries. Please call 719-920-4430 to schedule your appointment!

Testimonials
Rachel A

I’ve been to my share of veterinary ERs but North Springs has to be the nicest I’ve been to. I took my little guy Kip in for an emergency visit (I was concerned he was blocked) and we was seen right away. The whole team was fantastic-I really enjoyed speaking with Dr. Hardcastle and they took such great care of my little man. Treatment plan and exam findings were gone over thoroughly with me. I never hope to have another pet emergency, but if I do, I’ll be going here from now on.

— Rachel A
Chance T

My poor Chihuahua Leia got into a small fight with my other large dog over Christmas Pancakes. What was supposed to be a fun holiday turned into a nightmare, but thanks to the staff we are ended our holiday on a great note. Dr Sutton, Dr Plant and the army of technicians working that evening. Thank you! Thank you North Springs for being open on Christmas Day. My baby and I are forever grateful. Merry Christmas.

— Chance T
John M

Clean facility and attentive staff. Immediate attention on arrival and fast check in/start of treatment for our pet. This is the highest level of health care provider I’ve ever come across. This level of service/professionalism doesn’t come cheap. Staff explained costs/treatment plan up front. Fortunately our pet is in full recovery mode after 24 hours of ER hospital treatment/observation.

— John M
Visit Our Emergency Vet Hospital

Our 24-hour emergency animal hospital in Colorado Springs provides immediate care for urgent pet conditions, with a fully staffed veterinary team delivering fast diagnostics and advanced treatment.

For urgent veterinary care, visit us anytime. No appointment is needed for emergencies.

If your pet ingested something, please call ASPCA Animal Poison Control at (888) 426-4435

From Our Blog

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When Should You and Your Pet See a Veterinary Specialist?
When Should You and Your Pet See a Veterinary Specialist?
Panic to Prepared: What To Do If You Have a Pet Emergency in Colorado Springs
Panic to Prepared: What To Do If You Have a Pet Emergency in Colorado Springs