Southern Rockies Animal Emergency & Specialty
New Client Center
New Clients
We value your time and want to make your visit to Southern Rockies as efficient as possible. If this is your first visit, for your convenience you may download, complete, and bring our forms with you below to your pet’s appointment.
Our Specialty Practice
Consultations to see one of Southern Rockies' veterinary specialists are accepted by referral from your primary care veterinarian and by appointment. Please call (719) 473-0482 to schedule an appointment at your earliest convenience.
And remember, in case of a medical emergency, you never need an appointment. We’re here for you and your pet 24/7. We do recommend that you give us a call first, if possible, to ensure we’re prepared for your arrival and if you need help bringing your pet inside.
Resources
Here are some resources you may find useful in taking care of your pet. And remember—the Southern Rockies team is always here for you, and we’re just a phone call or email away.
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Pet Health Insurance
Southern Rockies accepts most pet insurances. If you have any questions about which pet insurances we accept, please contact us at (719) 473-0482.
Financial Assistance
CareCredit - A credit card exclusively for healthcare expenses.
Harley’s Hope Foundation - Provides assistance with major veterinary care, behavioral training, and emergency foster care.
What Makes a Veterinarian a Specialist?
A board-certified veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who has completed additional training in a specific area of veterinary medicine and has passed a comprehensive examination that evaluates their knowledge and skills in that specialty area.
Education & Training
The education and training to become a veterinary specialist is rigorous and while there are slight variations for each discipline, it typically includes:
4 years of undergraduate school
4 years of veterinary school
A 1-year internship
A 2- to 3-year residency in a chosen specialty
