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South Platte Veterinary Hospital

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,287 reviewed · 184 listed · Scored from 226 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(226) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsSurgery & Specialty CareVeterinary Pharmacy
South Platte Veterinary Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics, Surgery & Specialty Care
Reviews
226

What recent reviews say

Staff and veterinarians at South Platte consistently go the distance for nervous pets and their owners. They explain procedures thoroughly, offer second opinions without pressure, and follow up after visits. Dr. Graf, Dr. Charlie, and Dr. Wood earn trust by treating care decisions as partnerships and hunting down affordable medication options rather than upselling treatments.

The clinic runs with genuine warmth across every role, from receptionists holding doors to technicians like Drake and Amaya who gather detailed histories and comfort anxious animals. They accommodate same-day appointments on weekends, manage pain cases compassionately, and supported one family through end-of-life and cancer care with no rush or judgment.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient staff
  • transparent pricing and honest communication
  • skilled vets who listen and partner with owners
  • gentle handling of anxious or difficult pets
  • thorough explanations and second opinions
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Best for: Owners of anxious or difficult pets, families seeking second opinions, people wanting transparent pricing and follow-up care

Strengths

  • Second opinions and realistic treatment plans instead of upselling
  • Named vets (Dr. Charlie, Dr. Graf, Dr. Wood) who listen and partner with owners
  • Accessible to anxious pets; staff take time to build trust on the ground
  • Same-day and weekend appointments; follows up by phone after visits

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Charlie provided second opinion on ACL repair, avoided unnecessary surgery; dog recovered at home
  • Dr. Charlie supports cancer cases with at-home services and ongoing check-ins rather than rushed euthanasia recommendations
  • Amaya (receptionist) books same-day appointments, collects thorough histories, offers tissues and hugs during emotional visits
  • Drake (technician) does preliminary exams and anxiety management; called next day after injury case
  • Dr. Graf calls on Saturdays with lab results and recommends cost-saving options
  • In-house lab with blood work and x-rays; pharmacy staff help find affordable medications

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Reviewers consistently praise wellness exams, the practice's ability to handle complex cases, and long-term relationships across multiple pets
Surgery & Specialty Care
Second opinions on major procedures (ACL, dental) often reveal less invasive alternatives; owners feel decisions remain in their hands
Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Vaccinations and routine updates noted as reasonable prices; one reviewer specifically called out affordable pricing for getting dog up to date
Veterinary Pharmacy
Staff search pharmacy websites to find lowest-cost medication options; in-house pharmacy with post-procedure support

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.58 average across the 170 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 85
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment or a weekend visit?
Yes. Reviewers report being able to book same-day appointments and the clinic is open on Saturdays. Short-notice appointments were accommodated.
Do they offer second opinions, and will they pressure me into treatments?
Yes. Multiple reviewers sought second opinions on major procedures. The clinic explicitly avoids upselling; Dr. Charlie even researches pharmacy websites to find the most affordable medication options.
Will the staff handle my anxious pet gently?
Yes. Staff take time to build trust on the ground, move at the pet's pace, and do preliminary exams without muzzles when possible. One 10-year-old dog who had never had a full exam without a muzzle was able to complete one here.
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Last updated 2026-07-10