Our Story
Dr. Liz O'Rourke started Animal Urgent Care in 2007 after recognizing a need for affordable emergency care for cats and dogs in the Arvada area. As the practice grew, Liz maintained a sense of family in a way that many emergency hospitals struggle with, a value that remains at our practice today.
In December of 2018, we moved to a new hospital on the corner of 64th and Ward Road. Liz and her husband, Don, retired from AUC in 2019 but are in every nook, cranny, and intention of our practice. We look out for one another. We love our patients and clients, focusing on the positivity of what we bring to the world.
AUC Benefits
Our goal is to provide the best possible care within any budget and with no judgment.
We are committed to giving referring veterinarians 100% of our support at all times. Our medical team is available to discuss critical cases, whether referred to us or not.
We often have patients without primary care providers, and we want to refer them to the best GP fit for them. This requires an understanding and knowledge of your practice and what makes you unique! We love to know our referring vets and would be happy to give you a tour of our facilities any time.
Referral Policy
Our goal is to make the transfer process as smooth and effective as possible
For each referral, we ask:
The referring case doctor calls AUC to discuss the case with our medical team. We want to understand the client expectations and your preferences.
Please email all medical records to aucvet@gmail.com. Including all lab work and radiology that was performed at your clinic.
We are happy to send your patient back for your continued care or keep them hospitalized at AUC. One of our goals is to make decisions together in the best interest of your patients, your clients, and your hospital.
For outpatient ultrasound referrals
Please call us for availability.
Complete the Outpatient Ultrasound Referral Form. Please call (303) 420-7387 for a new form.
Our radiologist will discuss the finding with you once the ultrasound is complete. We do not discuss results with clients directly.
If a patient requires surgery or hospitalization, we are happy to care for them or send them back to you.
Dr. Sarah Lovell, Medical Director, Sarah.Lovell@nva.com
Kate Parker, Hospital Manager Kate.Parker@nva.com