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VCA Park Hill Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,217 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 231 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(231) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary DentistryLow-Cost & Affordable CareEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet
VCA Park Hill Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
231

What recent reviews say

Staff and vets, especially Dr. Baxter and Dr. Pradhan, earn consistent praise for patience, follow-up care, and clear communication. Many reviewers accept the higher prices because they feel their pets receive attentive, compassionate treatment. However, front desk interactions have been dismissive and condescending for some, and a pattern of price concerns and suspicion about upselling has emerged across multiple reviews.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient staff
  • Dr. Baxter specifically praised
  • clear pre- and post-care instructions
  • follow-up communication after visits
  • easy scheduling and flexibility
Watch-outs
  • condescending or rude front desk staff
  • high prices relative to competitors
  • concern about unnecessary services recommended for revenue
  • missed diagnosis in at least one case
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Best for: Pet owners willing to pay premium rates for attentive, compassionate veterinary care and strong follow-up communication.
Think twice if: Front desk interactions have been rude or condescending in several cases; shop around on pricing before committing, as reviewers report costs significantly higher than competitors.

Strengths

  • Named veterinarians (Dr. Baxter, Dr. Pradhan) with strong track records
  • Post-visit follow-up texts and calls (non-automated)
  • Same-day or next-day surgery scheduling
  • Clear, detailed pre- and post-operative care instructions

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Baxter and Dr. Pradhan named as standout vets
  • Christopher at front desk also praised
  • Chris Strand and Kaleb named as surgical care staff
  • Post-visit follow-up includes texts with replies and follow-up questions, not automated
  • One reviewer reported misdiagnosis of Horner's syndrome that may have delayed detection of underlying lymphoma
  • Annual comprehensive care pricing cited as $385/yr in one case

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Attentive wellness care praised, but vaccine pricing flagged as significantly higher than elsewhere
Veterinary Surgery
Fast scheduling and clear pre/post instructions praised; strong follow-up communication
Veterinary Dentistry
Listed on website; no specific review evidence
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day availability reported; one reviewer felt diagnosis was insufficient for serious presentation

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.59 average across the 118 veterinary surgery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 51% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 49
Review volume 100
Review recency 82
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
157
4
29
3
8
2
9
1
28

Common questions

How quickly can I schedule a surgery?
Same-day or next-day scheduling reported for at least one surgical case.
Do they follow up after visits?
Yes; they send texts after visits with personalized follow-up questions and suggestions, not automated messages.
What is annual wellness care pricing?
One reviewer reported $385/yr for annual comprehensive care, though prices vary by service and location.
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Last updated 2026-07-09