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Mesa Veterinary Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 412 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(412) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian VetVeterinary Dentistry
Mesa Veterinary Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Emergency & Urgent Care
Reviews
412

What recent reviews say

Mesa has earned strong trust from most long-term clients for its gentle, attentive care across general, surgical, and emergency cases. Staff members are consistently described as kind and knowledgeable, with particular praise for handling anxious animals and performing thorough dental work that improves pet quality of life.

However, recent complaints center on pricing opacity and rushed visits. A handful of reviewers felt charged more than quoted, given minimal exam time, or mishandled on test procedures without resolution. Some older clients note the original veterinarians have left and describe declining communication from the front desk and vet team in emergency situations.

Praised for
  • compassionate and patient staff
  • knowledgeable vets with good follow-up care
  • gentle handling of anxious and reactive animals
  • dental care expertise and attention to preventive health
  • excellent exotic pet care
Watch-outs
  • pricing surprises and lack of transparency on costs
  • rushed appointments with high per-minute rates
  • communication failures on test procedures
  • staff turnover and decline in service quality since original vets departed
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Best for: Owners with anxious or reactive dogs needing patient, attentive surgical and preventive dental care.
Think twice if: Clarify costs and exam time upfront; pricing has surprised recent clients despite phone quotes.

Strengths

  • Gentle handling of anxious and reactive dogs
  • Thorough dental evaluations and plaque removal
  • Experienced exotic pet care
  • Extended hours and Saturday availability

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Levine recognized dental needs and performed plaque and gingivitis removal on 6-year-old dog with no prior dental work
  • Dr. Stephens and technician Rose praised for post-surgical care and listening skills with elderly dogs
  • Dr. Katzenbach and Dr. Stevens noted as strong practitioners
  • Eli (vet assistant) mentioned for professional, calm handling
  • Saturday appointments and late afternoon slots available
  • In-room payment option to reduce pet stress on exit
  • Staff described as stopping by to give comfort to recovering pets during boarding

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Consistently praised for routine checkups, wellness care, and clear preventive health planning.
Veterinary Surgery
Strong feedback on surgical outcomes and compassionate post-op communication and care.
Exotic & Avian Vet
Reviewers confirm competence and friendliness with exotic pets, though limited detail.
Veterinary Dentistry
Thorough dental exams catch and resolve issues (plaque, gingivitis) missed by other vets; reviewers note pets noticeably healthier afterward.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Mixed; praised for calmness during recovery stays, but at least one reviewer reported poor communication and lack of compassion during an acute emergency.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.59 average across the 118 veterinary surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 65% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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7
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3
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5
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25

Common questions

Are Saturday appointments available?
Yes; reviewers note Mesa offers Saturday and late-afternoon slots when many other Denver area vets do not.
Do they care for exotic pets like reptiles?
Yes; their website lists Exotic Pet Care as a service, and reviewers confirm they are knowledgeable and friendly with exotic animals.
Can I pay in the exam room?
Yes; Mesa lets you pay in the exam room so you do not have to linger in the lobby.
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Last updated 2026-07-09