Is IndyVet Open 24 Hours and How Can I Contact Them?

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Yes. IndyVet Emergency & Specialty Hospital is open 24 hours a day, every day of the week, including weekends. Its listed main hours show Monday through Sunday all as "Open 24 hrs." You can reach the hospital by phone at (317) 782-4484.

Contact and Hours at a Glance

Item Detail
Phone (317) 782-4484
Main hours Monday–Sunday, open 24 hrs
Emergency availability 24/7
Location Indianapolis, IN
Services Emergency and specialty care

When to Call or Go In

Because IndyVet operates around the clock, it is set up to handle emergencies at any hour. The hospital describes itself as a 24-hour emergency and specialty veterinary hospital offering Critical Care, Internal Medicine, Oncology, Ophthalmology, Neurology, and Surgery.

Call or head in if your pet has a problem that can't wait for a regular appointment — for example, difficulty breathing, suspected poisoning, severe bleeding, or a sudden collapse. The phone line is the fastest way to reach the hospital and confirm what to do next.

What IndyVet Does and Doesn't Do

IndyVet focuses solely on emergency and specialty care. It leaves general wellness veterinary care to general practice veterinarians. That distinction matters when you're deciding where to go:

  • Go to IndyVet for emergencies or for specialty services such as neurology, oncology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, critical care, or surgery.
  • See your general veterinarian for routine wellness care, vaccinations, and non-urgent issues.

For non-emergency specialty needs, it's worth contacting your general veterinarian first — they can assess the problem and, if needed, refer your pet to IndyVet through the IndyVet Connect referral portal.

Background You Can Rely On

IndyVet has served the Indianapolis community since 1994 and operates a 30,000 square foot facility. Its affiliations include AAHA, Cat Friendly Practice, Fear Free, AVMF, and Care Credit. Many referring veterinarians send critical patients to the hospital, which reflects its role as a regional emergency and specialty resource.

Quick Answers

  • Is it open on weekends? Yes — Saturday and Sunday are also listed as open 24 hrs.
  • Can I call at night? Yes, the hospital is staffed 24/7 for emergencies.
  • Should I call ahead? Calling (317) 782-4484 lets the team prepare for your pet's arrival and guide you on next steps.
  • What if it's not an emergency? Start with your general veterinarian; IndyVet handles emergency and specialty care rather than routine wellness.