Are they open on weekends?

Yes. One reviewer noted they were open on Saturday and accommodated a short-notice appointment.

How quickly can I get an appointment?

They accommodate same-day visits when possible. One reviewer with an injured dog was seen within a few hours of calling; another was seated in less than five minutes after arriving.

Do they offer follow-up care?

Yes. Multiple reviewers documented follow-up phone calls after appointments, including a Saturday call with lab results and post-operative check-ins.

South Platte Veterinary Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 225 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(225) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

General Veterinary CareLow-Cost & Affordable Care

Services: General Veterinary Care, Low-Cost & Affordable Care
Reviews: 225

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise the clinic for treating pets with genuine care and building trust quickly, even with anxious or difficult animals. Staff across reception, tech, and veterinary roles explain procedures thoroughly, avoid unnecessary treatments, and search for affordable medication options; named veterinarians Dr. Wood and Dr. Graf are repeatedly highlighted for patience and detailed communication through complex cases like wound healing and cancer care.

The clinic serves multiple areas around Denver and excels at second opinions, accommodating same-day or weekend appointments while remaining transparent about costs. Follow-up calls and accessible facility features (parking, quick room setup) reinforce the sense of partnership rather than transaction.

Praised for

thorough exams and honest recommendations
compassionate staff who treat animals with patience
transparent pricing and cost-consciousness
strong second-opinion diagnostics
accessible scheduling and weekend availability

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Best for: Owners seeking gentle, thorough care and honest second opinions for complex cases

Think twice if: No significant complaints evident in the 19 recent reviews examined; one reviewer noted one clinician could have been gentler during sample collection, but this was isolated.

Strengths

Named vets (Dr. Wood, Dr. Graf, Dr. Charlie) known for patience and avoiding unnecessary procedures
Strong track record with anxious, difficult, or elderly animals
Second-opinion expertise respected even by other veterinarians
Weekend and same-day appointment availability

Worth knowing

Dr. Wood, Dr. Graf, and Dr. Charlie named as standout veterinarians
Drake named as technician praised for gentleness and clear explanation
Amaya named as receptionist noted for thorough information gathering
Follow-up calls documented as routine post-appointment care
Staff accommodated end-of-life visits without rushing grieving owners
Veterinarians documented searching pharmacy websites for affordable medication options
ACL injury second opinion resulted in non-surgical recovery
Cancer diagnosis care included at-home service exploration and ongoing emotional support

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care: Wellness exams, vaccine updates, and routine diagnostics consistently praised as thorough and transparent; staff avoid upselling unnecessary treatments.
Low-Cost & Affordable Care: Reviewers repeatedly note reasonable prices, willingness to work within budgets, and active effort to source affordable medications.

How it compares

Rated 4.8 against a 4.58 average across the 148 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 85

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 81

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

208

Common questions

Are they open on weekends?: Yes. One reviewer noted they were open on Saturday and accommodated a short-notice appointment.
How quickly can I get an appointment?: They accommodate same-day visits when possible. One reviewer with an injured dog was seen within a few hours of calling; another was seated in less than five minutes after arriving.
Do they offer follow-up care?: Yes. Multiple reviewers documented follow-up phone calls after appointments, including a Saturday call with lab results and post-operative check-ins.

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