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Belcaro Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 754 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(754) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary DentistryLow-Cost & Affordable CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet
Belcaro Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
754

What recent reviews say

Belcaro earns deep loyalty from multi-decade clients who praise named vets like Dr. Bechtold, Dr. Herman, and Dr. Sweet for treating anxious rescue dogs with patience. Prices are described as fair and appointments readily available. A handful of complaints note inconsistent experience with one vet and a missing prescription component, but these are exceptions in a practice known for gentle care and quick turnaround on surgery cases.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and caring vets
  • gentle handling of anxious animals
  • quick appointments and responsive staff
  • fair prices and reasonable costs
  • strong long-term patient relationships
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent care quality between vets
  • incomplete discharge prescriptions
  • some vets appear nervous with certain animals
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Best for: Owners of anxious or rescue animals seeking long-term care from a trusted practice.
Think twice if: Care quality varies by vet; confirm assignment if you've had a past poor fit.

Strengths

  • Deep community roots since 1947
  • Named vets (Dr. Bechtold, Dr. Herman, Dr. Sweet) praised for patience with rescue animals
  • Quick appointment availability
  • Fair pricing with regular promotions

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Bechtold, Dr. Herman, and Dr. Sweet named as standout vets
  • Technician Karly noted for exceptional gentleness with rescue dogs
  • Successfully managed intestinal obstruction without surgery (sock removal via movement), charged $1,500 vs. $6,000-$8,000 quoted elsewhere
  • Front desk handles prescription follow-up and post-operative check-ins
  • One instance of incomplete prescription (missing hydrocodone component)

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Long-term clients consistently praise routine care and appointment access.
Veterinary Surgery
One case of conservative management of foreign body obstruction avoided surgery at lower cost.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dr. Sweet praised for gentle dental work with follow-up check-in on patient recovery.
Low-Cost & Affordable Care
Fair prices and promotional discounts cited; one case managed significantly cheaper than surgical alternative.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Able to accommodate urgent cases; one emergency obstruction handled conservatively.
Exotic & Avian Vet
No clear review evidence for this service.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.59 average across the 118 veterinary surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

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

Rating breakdown

5
686
4
32
3
10
2
7
1
19

Common questions

Do you offer discounts or promotions?
Yes. Their website lists 10% off vaccines on Wednesdays, free X-rays with screening panels, 50% off first wellness exams for new clients, and discounts on Purina Vet Direct food.
Can you get me in quickly?
Reviewers report appointments are readily available and seen in a timely manner, with techs available to help even when vets are out.
Do you handle emergency cases like foreign body obstruction?
Yes. One client reports a sock ingestion managed without surgery for $1,500, versus $6,000-$8,000 quoted elsewhere.

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Dr. Herman earns strong loyalty from clients who have followed him for decades. Reviewers highlight his compassion during emergency surgery and end-of-life care, combined with sound medical knowledge and individual attention to each animal.

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VetCare Animal Hospital
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VetCare Animal Hospital

4.8(543)✓ VerifiedPublishes prices

VetCare earns trust through vets who think beyond the obvious diagnosis. Dr. Feldman consulted CSU specialists for a dog's immune condition rather than defaulting to prednisone; Dr. Spiegel spotted allergies after years of missed diagnosis at other clinics. Techs handle anxious animals with patience, and staff remember client preferences. Pricing is fair relative to care quality, though recent moves sparked complaints about costs rising. A few newer vets draw criticism for arrogance or inexperience compared to the founding team. End-of-life support and exotic care (water dragons, birds) earn specific praise. Staff don't push unnecessary procedures, and the facility runs on time with clean, uncrowded spaces.

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Last updated 2026-07-09