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Page 2 of 2: businesses ranked 101-112 of 112. Ranked by score and relevance, start from the top or open the full map view.

K-9 Smiles
#101
75

K-9 Smiles

4.6(139)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Most clients love the no-anesthesia convenience and sparkling results, praising the vets and techs for gentle, efficient work at a fair price. But a vocal minority report dismissive veterinarians, harsh office staff, and concerns that surface cleaning cannot detect underlying disease or justify one-size-fits-all pricing for dogs of vastly different sizes. K-9 Smiles operates from grooming facilities, with named staff including Dr. Kaci and Dr. Tracy Oakes. The $295 service cleans tartar visibly and freshens breath, but critics note that true periodontal assessment requires radiographs and anesthesia, and that the flat rate ignores the difference between a small dog with minimal tartar and a large dog needing extensive work.

Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary Care
Montclair Animal Clinic
#102
87

Montclair Animal Clinic

4.8(645)✓ Google-verified

Long-term patients trust Montclair with complex care, from routine vaccines to surgery, praising Dr. Sharkey and the team for genuine compassion and fair value. One reviewer reported insufficient follow-up after blood work and concerns about a prescribed thyroid medication that caused illness, though the broader pattern across 645 reviews shows consistent loyalty and recommendation. The clinic's strength lies in taking time to explain options, staying calm under pressure, and building lasting relationships with owners. Staff like Autumn and the front desk earn specific praise for personal attention. Surgery, dentistry, and geriatric care feature prominently in feedback. One caveat: post-procedure communication and medication monitoring appear inconsistent in at least one case.

Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Red Rocks Animal Center
#103
70

Red Rocks Animal Center

4.1(1086)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Staff earn consistent praise for compassion and gentle care, and the $25 first exam brings many through the door. The friction comes later: pharmacy orders get lost for weeks with no follow-up, phone calls go unanswered during emergencies, and some reviewers report missed cancers and infections that other vets caught quickly. One owner waited over 90 minutes; another arrived for a quoted $300 X-ray only to be told it would cost over $800 with mandatory sedation and kenneling. Long-term clients with stable pets see Red Rocks as dependable and affordable. Owners facing acute problems or needing diagnostics often encounter communication breakdowns and diagnostic concerns. The contrast between their gentle touch on routine visits and their struggles with follow-up care is sharp enough that some reviewers regret switching away.

General Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsSurgery & Specialty Care
Highlands Animal Clinic
#104
78

Highlands Animal Clinic

4.6(528)✓ Google-verified

Long-time clients praise Dr. Drake and other vets for genuine care, patience with nervous animals, and a warm, at-home feel. Newer reviews reveal significant rifts: rushed diagnostics at initial visits, failure to complete or report bloodwork and fecal results, and front-desk rudeness that turned away potential clients before they entered. Since an ownership change, the clinic has split into two camps. Senior pet owners value thorough attention and follow-up calls. But recent accounts describe missed diagnoses, unnecessary surgery recommendations, and medication refill obstacles that required new appointments. One reviewer lost a senior dog to pulmonary hypertension after the clinic failed to order bloodwork at a wellness visit, then misread x-rays at the ER visit that followed.

Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Banfield Pet Hospital
#105
61

Banfield Pet Hospital

3.5(261)✓ Google-verified

Half the reviews celebrate attentive vets and weekend scheduling, especially the puppy wellness plan. The other half report pricing confusion, staff rudeness, medication refill obstacles, and concerns that routine exams missed a serious health issue. Customers considering the wellness plan should ask detailed questions about coverage limits and cancellation terms before signing.

Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Banfield Pet Hospital
#106
61

Banfield Pet Hospital

3.5(193)✓ Google-verified

Some long-term clients praise the wellness plans and compassionate care they've received over years. However, recent reviews reveal a troubling pattern: staff and veterinarians often label nervous or anxious pets as "aggressive" and refuse treatment unless owners consent to sedation or expensive add-ons, even for routine preventive care. Multiple reviewers report feeling pressured into unnecessary tests, medications, and procedures, and describe inconsistent communication about what's included in wellness plans. The clinic excels when providing standard preventive care and wellness exams, with several vets (Dr. Ramos, Dr. Rodriguez for certain cases, Dr. Miller) earning individual praise for thorough examinations and empathy. Yet staffing challenges, poor phone accessibility, and a documented pattern of refusing service to anxious pets without medication have eroded trust, particularly among newer clients and those needing follow-up care.

Low-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsGeneral Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent Care
Hermosa Veterinary Clinic
#107
66

Hermosa Veterinary Clinic

4.0(852)✓ Google-verifiedPublishes prices

Hermosa Vet draws patients willing to travel for affordable, life-saving care: surgery patients and owners saying goodbye to longtime pets consistently praise the vets' competence and kindness. Yet the clinic struggles with its own volume. Routine appointments routinely run 30-60 minutes behind, front-desk interactions can feel dismissive, and the pace sometimes shortchanges both pets and their owners' time. Staff skill varies noticeably; euthanasia and emergency cases bring out genuine compassion, while regular visits can feel perfunctory. The clinic's strength lies in pricing and specialist capability: dental radiology, orthopedic surgery, and preventative packages draw people across Denver metro. Their claims of operation since the 1990s and open-door emergency policy appeal to cost-conscious households. The pharmacy on-site and breadth of services (from exotic care to blood panels) matter. For those who can absorb delays and value affordability over pampering, Hermosa works. Those needing smooth scheduling and warm front-desk rapport should look elsewhere.

General Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsVeterinary Pharmacy
Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League - Veterinary Hospital at CSU Spur
#108
80

Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League - Veterinary Hospital at CSU Spur

4.4(1183)✓ Google-verified

Humane Colorado offers urgent care, surgery, dental work, and spay-neuter clinics at prices typically a quarter of standard vets, with staff that reviewers describe as compassionate and comforting during traumatic situations. Strengths include skilled, emotionally attuned care and clean facilities; watch-outs are tight same-day appointment availability, inconsistent front-desk communication, and occasional pricing surprises at checkout.

Veterinary Dental CareLarge Animal & EquineGeneral Veterinary Care
Western Veterinary Partners
#109
64

Western Veterinary Partners

3.9(32)✓ Google-verified

Western Veterinary Partners earns strong marks from business partners on operational integrity and team culture, but pet owners report declining service quality after clinic acquisitions. Communication breakdowns, missed appointments, and staff instability frustrate clients seeking routine care.

Veterinary Dental CareLarge Animal & EquineGeneral Veterinary Care
Davies Doug DVM
#110
54 low data

Davies Doug DVM

4.4(14)

Most visits result in positive outcomes and calm, attentive care. One older complaint exists but lacks current corroboration; evidence is limited to seven reviews spanning years.

Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary Care
VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Surgery)
#111
28 low data

VRCC Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Hospital (Surgery)

No rating yet✓ Google-verified

Review evidence is limited. The business operates around the clock as an emergency and specialty facility. Their website claims board-certified veterinarians and specialists in cardiology, internal medicine, oncology, surgery, and critical care. Detailed patient experience cannot be assessed from available data.

Surgery & Specialty CareGeneral Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent Care
Dr. Rose Barr
#112
28 low data

Dr. Rose Barr

No rating yet

Review evidence is limited. The business lists AAHA accreditation, AAFP membership, and Cat Friendly Practice certification on its website, operating since 1999. A full picture of customer experience awaits more recent reviews.

Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary Care

Last updated 2026-07-10