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Sploot Veterinary Care - Highlands

Updated 2026-07-10 · 1,287 reviewed · 184 listed · Scored from 1,613 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(1613) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Veterinary Dental CareGeneral Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Vaccine ClinicsVeterinary PharmacySurgery & Specialty CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Sploot Veterinary Care - Highlands
Services
Veterinary Dental Care, General Veterinary Care, Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Reviews
1613

What recent reviews say

Sploot delivers warm, attentive care across urgent and routine visits, with surgeons and staff who spend time explaining treatment and follow up by text or phone. Staff names like Dr. Steine, Dr. Nicholls, and Allison appear consistently praised for patience with anxious or difficult pets.

Fear Free certified and open seven days, the clinic serves West Highland and surrounding areas. The main friction point is cost: routine care prices run high, and some reviewers report feeling steered toward more expensive visits than medically necessary to boost revenue.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable, caring staff
  • fast emergency access
  • clear communication and follow-up
  • transparent pricing and estimates
  • skilled surgeons and dentists
Watch-outs
  • high pricing for routine care
  • profit-driven scheduling practices
  • inconsistent vet continuity
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Best for: Pet owners needing after-hours emergency access with compassionate, transparent staff who handle anxious animals well.
Think twice if: Those seeking the lowest-cost routine vaccinations or concerned about upselling may want to compare prices and call ahead about visit type requirements.

Strengths

  • Seven-day availability for emergency care
  • Fear Free certified calm handling
  • Named surgeons and dentists with strong track records
  • Follow-up texts and calls standard practice

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Steine, Dr. Nicholls, Dr. Lenahen, and Anika G named for surgical and primary care excellence
  • Laparoscopic spay with gastropexy procedures offered
  • Follow-up texts and phone calls after visits standard
  • Post-visit photos sent during procedures
  • Fear Free certification
  • Records transferred to other clinics on request
  • Heartworm testing and microchipping offered

What reviews say by service

Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day access for acute cases; praised for fast response and informed updates during treatment.
Surgery & Specialty Care
Laparoscopic and advanced procedures (gastropexy, spay) handled by skilled surgeons with clear pre- and post-op communication.
Veterinary Dental Care
Staff handle anxious and difficult pets gently; specific praise for care during procedures.
General Veterinary Care
Thorough exams with patient explanation, though some report feeling pressured toward unnecessary visits for cost.
Low-Cost & Vaccine Clinics
Vaccination services mentioned positively, but pricing higher than budget-focused alternatives.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.57 average across the 110 veterinary dental care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 98% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
17
3
8
2
17
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75

Common questions

Do you offer same-day emergency visits?
Yes. Open seven days, they take emergency cases and send updates during procedures.
Is there a discount for first-time customers?
New members receive $50 off the first appointment.
Do you use Fear Free handling?
Yes, they are Fear Free certified for calm, low-stress animal handling.
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Last updated 2026-07-10