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Livewell Animal Hospital of RiNo

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,287 reviewed · 184 listed · Scored from 168 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(168) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsVeterinary PharmacySurgery & Specialty CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Livewell Animal Hospital of RiNo
Services
Veterinary Dental Care, General Veterinary Care, Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Reviews
168

What recent reviews say

Livewell earns deep loyalty from most patients. Reviewers consistently praise Dr. Kramer, Dr. Hoppe, and the clinical team for genuine care, clear explanations, and willingness to address every question. Staff call with updates after surgery, remember pet names on welcome signs, and book same-day appointments. Minor friction exists: two reviewers cited a specific receptionist as rude and dismissive; one long-standing client reports that a vet advised against eyelid surgery that later proved medically necessary, leading to permanent corneal damage and frustration over perceived upselling.

Dental and surgical services stand out in the reviews. TPLO surgeries, spay procedures, and routine exams happen with pre-visit coordination and post-op communication. Pricing is called fair by most, though one reviewer felt charges were padded. The clinic serves River North, Five Points, and Auraria, operates seven days weekly, and has grown to over 168 reviews in roughly a year of operation.

Praised for
  • skilled vets, especially Dr. Kramer and Dr. Hoppe
  • caring staff who genuinely love animals
  • minimal wait times and same-day appointments
  • clear communication and thorough explanations
  • fair pricing
Watch-outs
  • unfriendly front desk staff (named issue with receptionist)
  • poor judgment on eyelid growth assessment
  • charges felt excessive for some services
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Best for: Pet owners seeking continuity of care and surgical expertise from vets who explain decisions thoroughly.
Think twice if: Front desk responsiveness may be inconsistent; ask for a second opinion on significant procedures like growth removal before committing.

Strengths

  • Same-day appointments and minimal wait times
  • Named vets (Dr. Kramer, Dr. Hoppe) who build long-term trust
  • Post-operative phone updates after surgery
  • Clear pricing and health planning

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Kramer calls post-op with updates
  • Vet techs Camryn and Olga named for strong bedside manner
  • Receptionist Teresa praised for customer service
  • TPLO surgeries completed for reactive dogs
  • Spay surgeries with detailed pre- and post-op communication
  • Same-day appointments available within an hour

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Thorough exams with detailed explanations and review of previous records; strong reputation for routine care.
Surgery & Specialty Care
TPLO and spay procedures completed with excellent post-op communication; reactivity-aware planning praised.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day urgent appointments available; one reviewer noted quick fit-in within an hour.
Veterinary Dental Care
No explicit dental procedure reviews, but category is listed on their website.
Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
No explicit vaccine-clinic reviews in this set.
Exotic & Avian Care
One reviewer mentions care for a chicken; limited evidence of avian-specific expertise.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.57 average across the 110 veterinary dental care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 91
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you have same-day appointments?
Yes. One reviewer reported scheduling an appointment over the phone within the hour and being seen the same day.
Do you offer surgical procedures?
Yes. The clinic performs TPLO surgeries, spays, and other procedures. Dr. Kramer calls personally after surgery with updates on your pet's progress.
Are you open seven days a week?
Yes, the clinic publishes opening hours seven days a week.
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Last updated 2026-07-10