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The Neighborhood Vets

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 136 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(136) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary SurgeryGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryLow-Cost & Affordable CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet
The Neighborhood Vets
Services
Veterinary Surgery, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
136

What recent reviews say

Staff at this South Denver clinic are known for patience with anxious animals and thorough, jargon-free conversations about treatment plans. Reviewers trust Dr. Davies, Dr. Schroeder, and Dr. Engmark with complex cases from surgery to geriatric care, and consistently feel their pets are treated like family rather than transactions.

The practice holds board-certified specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, and advanced surgery. Their Low Stress Handling training shows in how nervous pets settle during exams. One negative review flagged expensive diagnostics without clear next steps, but 82% of the 136 reviews are five-star, and long-term clients credit the team's reliability and reasonable pricing relative to competitors.

Praised for
  • gentle with fearful pets
  • clear explanation of options and costs
  • skilled board-certified specialists
  • compassionate staff who care deeply
  • same-day urgent care availability
Watch-outs
  • excessive testing without clear diagnosis
  • reluctance to prescribe antibiotics
  • premium pricing for diagnostics
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Best for: Pet owners seeking surgical expertise and preventive care in a fear-free environment, especially nervous or senior animals.
Think twice if: Those concerned about high diagnostic costs without clear clinical direction should discuss testing protocols upfront.

Strengths

  • Board-certified specialists on staff
  • Low Stress Handling certification (Dr. Davies)
  • Same-day urgent care for existing clients
  • Laparoscopic surgical techniques
  • Woman-owned and operated

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Davies certified in Low Stress Handling
  • Dr. Schroeder specializes in geriatric care
  • Board-certified specialists in cardiology, orthopedics, internal medicine, advanced surgery
  • Offers laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy
  • Staff member Shannon praised for urgent-care response
  • Recent clinic renovation completed
  • All-female staff noted by long-term clients

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Praised for preventive care, wellness exams, and thorough questioning; one reviewer felt diagnostic protocol left diagnosis unclear.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Staff accommodate urgent same-day appointments for established clients; one reviewer highlighted fast response by staff member Shannon during acute illness.
Veterinary Surgery
Multiple reviewers praised surgical outcomes including TPLO (ACL repair) and laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy; skilled, calm surgical team.
Veterinary Dentistry
Website lists dental care; no specific review evidence of dental services mentioned.
Low-Cost & Affordable Care
Described as 'affordable' and 'reasonable prices'; one urgent-care review noted cost was half of previous vet for same services.
Exotic & Avian Vet
No review evidence of exotic or avian services.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.59 average across the 118 veterinary surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 41% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get same-day urgent care if I'm an established client?
Yes. Multiple reviewers reported being seen the same day for acute issues like allergic reactions and sudden illness. Staff prioritize existing clients even when the schedule is full.
Does the practice offer advanced surgical options like laparoscopic spay?
Yes. Reviewers described laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy as an option with faster recovery than traditional spay.
Are the vets experienced with nervous or fearful pets?
Yes. Dr. Davies is certified in Low Stress Handling, and multiple reviewers noted their pets (including fearful dogs) are calm and excited to visit despite anxiety at other clinics.
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Last updated 2026-07-09