Emergency hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 6 pm to midnight |
| Wednesday | midnight to 8 am, 6 pm to midnight |
| Thursday | midnight to 8 am |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
As published by the hospital: “Tuesday–Wednesday: 6pm–8am (overnight only) Holidays: Open 24 hours Get Directions Call (317) 248-0832 Emergency veterinary care you can trust! Wh”
Before you go
- Call while you are getting ready: describe what happened and ask about the current wait.
- Bring any medication, packaging or plant your pet may have eaten, and your pet's records if they are at hand.
- Expect triage: the most critical patients are seen first, as in a human ER. Full checklist.
What the hospital states on its website
- Intensive care unit“Our state-of-the-art facilities include a complete in-house laboratory, diagnostic imaging (digital X-rays and ultrasounds), ICU oxygen unit, and incubator.” Hospital page
- Emergency surgery“…All Services Pets Treated Diagnostic Imaging Laboratory Testing Emergency Surgery Critical Care Pet Trauma Care Close What to Expect Location & Contact…” Hospital page
- Blood bank or transfusions“…to administer life-saving treatments, including fluid therapy, blood transfusions, oxygen support, and advanced pain management. Specialized…” Hospital page
- Walk-ins accepted, no appointment needed“No appointment necessary.” Hospital page
- Asks you to call ahead before arriving“…Homepage / What to Expect What to Expect Whenever possible, please call ahead at (317) 248-0832 . This allows our team to better prepare for your…” Hospital page
- Accepts CareCredit“…American Express, VISA, MasterCard, Discover Bank Debit Cards Cash Care Credit : a medical credit card that you can be approved for in minutes.…” Hospital page
- Accepts Scratchpay“Scratchpay : financing solution that offers monthly payment plans.” Hospital page
Shown only where the hospital says so on its own site, quoted as published. A missing item means we found no statement, not that the service is unavailable. Fees and policies change: confirm by phone.
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Questions about Animal Urgent and Emergency Center
- Is Animal Urgent and Emergency Center open 24 hours?
- No. Its emergency service has limited hours: Tue–Wed 6 pm to 8 am (local time). The nearest hospital open around the clock is Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Care West in Indianapolis, about 3.5 miles away.
- What is the phone number of Animal Urgent and Emergency Center?
- (317) 248-0832. The hospital is at 5235 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46241.
- Do I need to call Animal Urgent and Emergency Center before coming in?
- The hospital asks you to call ahead: “…Homepage / What to Expect What to Expect Whenever possible, please call ahead at (317) 248-0832 . This allows our team to better prepare for your…”
- What payment options does Animal Urgent and Emergency Center mention?
- CareCredit and Scratchpay are mentioned on its website.
- What emergency facilities does Animal Urgent and Emergency Center have?
- Its website mentions an intensive care unit, emergency surgery and blood transfusions.
Places this hospital serves
Where this listing comes from
- Hospital website, source page, checked November 4, 2026: “…Open 24 hours Tuesday–Wednesday: 6pm–8am (overnight only) Holidays: Open 24 hours Get Directions Call (317) 248-0832 Emergency veterinary care you can…”
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