Veterinarians in the surrounding Denver areas: ranked picks
This list covers veterinarians spread across the areas surrounding Denver proper, from Lakewood and Westminster to Adams County and beyond. It includes everything from round-the-clock emergency hospitals to neighborhood clinics that have treated the same families for decades. Rankings follow our methodology, weighing review volume, sentiment, and consistency rather than star rating alone.
Because this group spans several suburbs, options range widely: some clinics specialize in emergency and after-hours cases, others focus on fear-free handling for anxious pets, and a few are long-running family practices with 60+ years in the same neighborhood. Worth checking each listing for exact location and hours before booking.
74 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VEG ER for Pets | 93 | 4.9 (351) | — | 24/7 emergencies |
| 2 | Hampden Family Pet Hospital | 91 | 4.8 (1170) | — | Unhurried family care |
| 3 | PetVet365 Pet Hospital Denver/Westminster | 90 | 4.9 (160) | — | Anxious or reactive pets |
| 4 | Adams County Animal Hospital | 89 | 4.7 (583) | — | Dental work |
| 5 | Alameda Veterinary Clinic | 88 | 4.7 (449) | — | Fair-priced routine and urgent care |
| 6 | Sploot Veterinary Care - Belmar | 88 | 4.8 (457) | — | Extended-hours and senior pets |
| 7 | Clear Creek Animal Hospital | 87 | 4.8 (628) | — | Continuity with named vets |
| 8 | Olde Town Veterinary Clinic | 87 | 4.9 (118) | — | Budget-conscious long-term care |
| 9 | Fox Hollow Animal Hospital | 87 | 4.7 (1108) | — | large animal equine |
| 10 | Veterinary Emergency Group | 86 | 4.8 (941) | — | general veterinary |
| 11 | GoodVets Golden | 86 | 4.6 (129) | — | general veterinary |
| 12 | Care Animal Hospital | 86 | 4.8 (806) | — | dental care |
| 13 | Eye Specialists for Animals | 85 | 4.7 (308) | — | large animal equine |
| 14 | Mesa Veterinary Hospital | 85 | 4.7 (412) | — | general veterinary |
| 15 | West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness | 84 | 4.6 (436) | — | general veterinary |
| 16 | Helping Paws Animal Hospital | 84 | 4.9 (57) | — | surgery specialty |
| 17 | Animal Urgent Care | 84 | 4.6 (1981) | — | general veterinary |
| 18 | Wadsworth Animal Hospital | 84 | 4.7 (472) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 19 | Cherrelyn Animal Hospital | 84 | 4.4 (513) | — | large animal equine |
| 20 | Lakewood Veterinary Hospital | 83 | 4.6 (788) | — | general veterinary |
| 21 | UrgentVet | 83 | 4.6 (288) | — | general veterinary |
| 22 | Western Animal Clinic | 82 | 4.7 (513) | — | general veterinary |
| 23 | Legacy Veterinary Clinic | 82 | 4.5 (380) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 24 | Sploot Veterinary Care - Central Park | 80 | 4.6 (418) | — | general veterinary |
| 25 | VCA Anderson Animal Hospital | 80 | 4.4 (347) | — | dental care |
| 26 | Foothills Animal Hospital | 87 | 4.8 (421) | — | general veterinary |
| 27 | Mountain Star Veterinary Specialists | 94 | 5 (517) | — | large animal equine |
| 28 | VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Cardiology) | 76 | 4.4 (42) | — | general veterinary |
| 29 | VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Radiation Oncology) | 75 | 4.8 (21) | — | general veterinary |
| 30 | CVCA Wheat Ridge | 93 | 4.9 (319) | — | general veterinary |
| 31 | Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital | 74 | 4.1 (1572) | — | general veterinary |
| 32 | Kipling Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center | 74 | 4.4 (134) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 33 | Front Range Veterinary Clinic | 91 | 4.8 (268) | — | general veterinary |
| 34 | Companion Crossroads At Home Pet Euthanasia | 91 | 5 (107) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 35 | South Platte Veterinary Hospital | 91 | 4.8 (226) | — | general veterinary |
| 36 | SpayToday Healthy Pet Center | 89 | 4.7 (1164) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 37 | Advanced Veterinary Care of Greenwood Village | 89 | 4.9 (191) | — | general veterinary |
| 38 | VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital | 72 | 4.2 (1517) | — | dental care |
| 39 | Mobile Small Animal Clinic | 88 | 4.9 (78) | — | general veterinary |
| 40 | Arvada Veterinary Hospital | 88 | 4.6 (506) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 41 | Rocky Mountain Veterinary Rehabilitation | 88 | 4.9 (76) | — | veterinary pharmacy |
| 42 | Aurora Hills Animal Hospital | 70 | 4.1 (327) | — | large animal equine |
| 43 | Pets R Us Aurora | 70 | 4.1 (282) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 44 | Red Rocks Animal Center | 70 | 4.1 (1086) | — | general veterinary |
| 45 | VCA Orchard Animal Hospital | 69 | 4.2 (76) | — | general veterinary |
| 46 | Evolution Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital | 68 | 4 (963) | — | large animal equine |
| 47 | Jefferson Animal Clinic | 83 | 4.7 (551) | — | general veterinary |
| 48 | Pet Care Coalition, Inc | 82 | 4.5 (218) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 49 | Stockton Pet Hospital | 66 | 3.8 (236) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 50 | Banfield Pet Hospital | 65 | 3.8 (459) | — | general veterinary |
| 51 | Balanced Animal Wellness, LLC | 81 | 5 (17) | — | large animal equine |
| 52 | TPLO2GO | 80 | 5 (14) | — | surgery specialty |
| 53 | Barker Road Spay and Neuter | 80 | 4.7 (55) | — | general veterinary |
| 54 | Guardian Angel Veterinary Care | 80 | 4.4 (1140) | — | general veterinary |
| 55 | Dr. Bob's Vet Shop | 79 | 4.8 (104) | — | general veterinary |
| 56 | Second Chances Veterinary Care | 78 | 4.6 (411) | — | general veterinary |
| 57 | Mobile Veterinary Services | 78 | 4.9 (32) | — | large animal equine |
| 58 | Belleview Animal Clinic | 77 | 4.5 (197) | — | general veterinary |
| 59 | Vetco Total Care | 77 | 4.2 (361) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 60 | Vetco Total Care | 77 | 4.2 (397) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 61 | 4 Paws Animal Clinic | 76 | 4.6 (418) | — | general veterinary |
| 62 | Banfield Pet Hospital | 61 | 3.5 (261) | — | dental care |
| 63 | Holistic Care For Animals | 75 | 4.9 (32) | — | large animal equine |
| 64 | HSSPV Low-Cost Spay, Neuter & Vaccine Clinic | 72 | 5 (6) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 65 | Alameda Veterinary Clinic: Howard Mark DVM | 71 | 5 (9) | — | general veterinary |
| 66 | Vetco Total Care | 67 | 4 (350) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 67 | Vetco Vaccination Clinic | 59 | 3.9 (18) | — | low cost vaccine clinics |
| 68 | Eye Clinic Veterinary | 60 | 4.6 (47) | — | surgery specialty |
| 69 | Baird Shane DVM | 54 | 5 (2) | — | large animal equine |
| 70 | VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Medical Oncology) | 44 | 2 (1) | — | surgery specialty |
| 71 | Victoria Gomez & Associates | 44 | 3 (4) | — | surgery specialty |
| 72 | VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Surgery) | 28 | — | — | surgery specialty |
| 73 | Donald S. Westfall, DVM | 28 | — | — | large animal equine |
| 74 | Dr. Chris Glawe | 26 | — | — | surgery specialty |
Ranked picks
VEG ER for Pets
score 93/100Rated 4.9 from 351 reviews for stabilizing pets in crisis while letting owners stay bedside and explaining every step.
Hampden Family Pet Hospital
score 91/100With 1,170 reviews at 4.8, it stands out for minimal wait times and vets who take real time with each patient.
PetVet365 Pet Hospital Denver/Westminster
score 90/100Fear Free certified rooms and Dr. Tan's persistence on tough cases earn a 4.9 average from loyal switchers.
Adams County Animal Hospital
score 89/100Six decades in business and particular praise for dental care and gentle handling of nervous animals.
Alameda Veterinary Clinic
score 88/100Next-day follow-up calls and same-day urgent visits back a 4.7 rating from nearly 450 reviewers.
Sploot Veterinary Care - Belmar
score 88/100Fear Free approach and same-day emergency slots stand out, though pricing quotes have varied for at least one dental case.
Clear Creek Animal Hospital
score 87/100Dr. Goff and colleagues build ongoing relationships and call to check on recovery, despite one report of upselling since a corporate acquisition.
Olde Town Veterinary Clinic
score 87/100Dr. Jeff and Dr. Tande keep pricing below corporate chains and handle hard end-of-life conversations with care.
Fox Hollow Animal Hospital
score 87/100Reviewers drive from across the Denver region and consistently report feeling heard and genuinely cared for by named vets like Dr.
Veterinary Emergency Group
score 86/100Most reviewers describe fast, compassionate emergency care with vets who explain options clearly and staff who show genuine kindness during crises.
GoodVets Golden
score 86/100Staff greet returning pets by name and show patients procedures beforehand to reduce anxiety.
Care Animal Hospital
score 86/100Most reviewers praise the clinic's gentle handling of nervous pets and vets who explain medical options clearly.
Eye Specialists for Animals
score 85/100Board-certified eye specialists deliver complex ophthalmic care across Colorado.
Mesa Veterinary Hospital
score 85/100Staff at Mesa earn consistent praise for patience with anxious and behaviorally reactive pets, and for detailed explanations of treatment options.
West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness
score 84/100Most patients praise Dr.
Helping Paws Animal Hospital
score 84/100Staff stay late, listen closely, and make pets feel at home-not like routine cases.
Animal Urgent Care
score 84/100Staff respond with genuine compassion during medical crises, explaining options clearly and supporting families through difficult decisions including end-of-life care.
Wadsworth Animal Hospital
score 84/100Wadsworth earns strong loyalty through attentive communication and genuine compassion for both pets and owners.
Cherrelyn Animal Hospital
score 84/100Reviewers describe a clinic where staff know their animals by name and remember history across visits.
Lakewood Veterinary Hospital
score 83/100Most owners report staff who genuinely care for their pets and deliver attentive, thorough exams.
UrgentVet
score 83/100Most patients see UrgentVet as a fast, kind alternative to emergency hospitals that costs less and respects both their pet's fear and their wallet.
Western Animal Clinic
score 82/100Reviewers consistently praise Dr.
Legacy Veterinary Clinic
score 82/100Over a decade, owners keep returning because the vets-especially Dr.
Sploot Veterinary Care - Central Park
score 80/100Most visits go smoothly, with owners praising staff for putting anxious pets at ease and explaining treatments clearly.
VCA Anderson Animal Hospital
score 80/100VCA Anderson earns consistent praise for compassionate care, especially during euthanasia and with anxious or rescue pets.
Foothills Animal Hospital
score 87/100Long-term clients and newcomers alike praise Foothills for vets who take time to listen and explain treatment options without pressure.
Mountain Star Veterinary Specialists
score 94/100An hour's drive is routine for owners whose dogs need complex eye or skin care, and reviewers consistently report the journey pays off.
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Cardiology)
score 76/100Reviewers consistently report exceptional care from board-certified specialists and compassionate staff, particularly in cardiology, surgery, and oncology.
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Radiation Oncology)
score 75/100Reviewers consistently praise Dr.
CVCA Wheat Ridge
score 93/100CVCA Wheat Ridge earns consistent five-star praise for cardiac diagnosis and specialist care.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital
score 74/100Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital earns strong marks for its specialist care, particularly neurology and oncology.
Kipling Veterinary Hospital and Wellness Center
score 74/100Reviewers consistently praise the veterinarians, especially Dr.
Front Range Veterinary Clinic
score 91/100Long-term clients and first-time visitors alike report consistently warm, competent care.
Companion Crossroads At Home Pet Euthanasia
score 91/100Every reviewer describes Dr.
South Platte Veterinary Hospital
score 91/100Staff and veterinarians at South Platte consistently go the distance for nervous pets and their owners.
SpayToday Healthy Pet Center
score 89/100Reviewers consistently praise the clinic for combining low costs with high-quality surgical care and smooth logistics.
Advanced Veterinary Care of Greenwood Village
score 89/100Advanced Veterinary Care earns trust across routine care, emergency surgery, and long-term management.
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital
score 72/100VRCC earns strong marks for emergency stabilization, specialist care, and staff compassion during critical moments, but stumbles on transparency and aftercare.
Mobile Small Animal Clinic
score 88/100Dr.
Arvada Veterinary Hospital
score 88/100Reviewers consistently praise the staff for genuine care and Dr.
Rocky Mountain Veterinary Rehabilitation
score 88/100Dogs with injuries, arthritis, and post-op conditions regain mobility and comfort through a mix of physical therapy, shockwave, laser, and acupuncture.
Aurora Hills Animal Hospital
score 70/100Staff earn consistent praise for warmth and skill with pets, and clients who have positive experiences note fast access and clear explanations.
Pets R Us Aurora
score 70/100Dr.
Red Rocks Animal Center
score 70/100Staff earn consistent praise for compassion and gentle care, and the $25 first exam brings many through the door.
VCA Orchard Animal Hospital
score 69/100Most reviewers praise VCA Orchard for caring vets like Dr.
Evolution Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital
score 68/100Evolution draws loyal repeat customers for emergency and specialty care, especially palliative and cardiac cases, with staff who learn patients' names and show genuine emotional investment.
Jefferson Animal Clinic
score 83/100Most visitors experience attentive, knowledgeable care in a clean setting with staff who remember regulars and explain procedures thoroughly.
Pet Care Coalition, Inc
score 82/100Most owners praise the clinic's compassion, affordability, and the gentleness of Dr.
Stockton Pet Hospital
score 66/100A handful of long-term clients praise the personalized care and Dr.
Banfield Pet Hospital
score 65/100Banfield draws strong loyalty from some pet owners who praise the staff's kindness and Dr.
Balanced Animal Wellness, LLC
score 81/100Dr.
TPLO2GO
score 80/100TPLO2GO specializes in orthopedic surgery, particularly TPLO (cruciate ligament repair) procedures, with staff who deliver hands-on care from consultation through recovery.
Barker Road Spay and Neuter
score 80/100Barker Road delivers spay, neuter, and dental work at prices that consistently surprise reviewers-often one-third the cost of competing clinics.
Guardian Angel Veterinary Care
score 80/100Guardian Angel delivers reliable surgery and spay/neuter care at prices lower than competitors, with staff who genuinely listen during emergencies and difficult decisions.
Dr. Bob's Vet Shop
score 79/100A decade-strong neighbourhood vet with loyal patients and a 4.8 rating, Dr.
Second Chances Veterinary Care
score 78/100Many reviewers praise Second Chances for genuinely affordable surgical and dental care, coupled with staff who handle anxious or grieving owners with real compassion.
Mobile Veterinary Services
score 78/100Mobile Veterinary Services brings 24/7 emergency care and multi-vet expertise to horse owners across Denver and the Front Range.
Belleview Animal Clinic
score 77/100Belleview wins strong loyalty from patients who value Dr.
Vetco Total Care
score 77/100Staff build genuine connections with pets and owners alike.
Vetco Total Care
score 77/100Staff treat pets like family and take time to explain findings, earning consistent praise for gentleness and candor.
4 Paws Animal Clinic
score 76/100Most reviewers describe a warm, caring clinic where staff treat pets and owners as family, keep costs manageable, and stay responsive during emergencies.
Banfield Pet Hospital
score 61/100Half the reviews celebrate attentive vets and weekend scheduling, especially the puppy wellness plan.
Holistic Care For Animals
score 75/100Dr.
HSSPV Low-Cost Spay, Neuter & Vaccine Clinic
score 72/100All six reviewers gave five stars.
Alameda Veterinary Clinic: Howard Mark DVM
score 71/100All six reviews are five-star.
Vetco Total Care
score 67/100Dr.
Vetco Vaccination Clinic
score 59/100Staff earn consistent praise for being friendly and knowledgeable, but pricing is opaque and facility upkeep lags.
Eye Clinic Veterinary
score 60/100Dr.
Baird Shane DVM
score 54/100Owners report genuinely kind treatment and thorough care from Dr.
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Medical Oncology)
score 44/100Review evidence is minimal (1 review at 2-star rating).
Victoria Gomez & Associates
score 44/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Surgery)
score 28/100Review evidence is limited.
Dr. Chris Glawe
score 26/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.