Gem City Veterinary Services

Overview: Gem City Veterinary Services (Laramie, WY)

Finding a specialized exotic vet in Wyoming can be incredibly frustrating for those of us who share our homes with rabbits. Because our state lacks dedicated, standalone exotic animal hospitals, we have to rely heavily on general practitioners who are willing to extend their care to small mammals. Located in Laramie, Gem City Veterinary Services is a highly regarded general practice that primarily focuses on dogs and cats, though they do list ferrets under their care capabilities and are actively involved in local 4-H rabbit events.

What you need to know as a rabbit owner: When living in an exotic vet “desert,” communication is everything. While Gem City is a fantastic local resource, they are not a specialized exotic center. Before booking, you must call the front desk to confirm which specific veterinarian on their current roster is taking rabbit patients. If you are looking to get your bunny altered, ask explicitly about their rabbit anesthesia protocols, as rabbit surgeries require very different monitoring than standard dog or cat spays. Additionally, you will need to call ahead to verify if they currently stock the RHDV2 vaccine, as availability can fluctuate significantly in general practices.

Important Emergency Limitations: It is critical to understand that Gem City operates on a standard weekday schedule. They are not a 24/7 exotic emergency hospital. If your rabbit shows sudden signs of GI stasis or suffers an injury over the weekend, this facility will be closed. Because local emergency options are severely limited, Laramie owners must have a worst-case-scenario backup plan—which often means being prepared to drive out of state to a 24/7 exotic hospital in Colorado for critical after-hours care.

Important Information

• Address: 3025 Fort Sanders Rd, Laramie, WY 82070

• Phone: (307) 755-5469

• Website: https://gemcityvet.com/

• Financing Options: Accepts CareCredit and Scratchpay (crucial for unexpected veterinary bills).

• Office Hours: * Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM

  • Saturday & Sunday: Closed