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5280 Veterinary Care

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 637 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(637) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Veterinary DentistryGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & EquineHolistic & Alternative Medicine
5280 Veterinary Care
Services
Veterinary Dentistry, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
637

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise the clinic's warm, competent team and calm environment, with Dr. Leach earning particular recognition for thorough care and clear communication. One significant complaint alleges a missed kidney disease diagnosis and improper medication dosage for a senior dog, later discovered by another vet.

Praised for
  • compassionate and patient staff
  • knowledgeable veterinarians (especially Dr. Leach)
  • clear communication and explanations
  • clean and calm facility
  • friendly front desk
  • thorough exams and diagnostics
Watch-outs
  • missed kidney disease diagnosis
  • inadequate bloodwork analysis
  • medication dosage error
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Best for: Dog and cat owners seeking preventive care and surgery in a calm, judgment-free environment.
Think twice if: One reviewer reported a missed kidney disease diagnosis and medication error for a senior dog; get a second opinion on serious diagnoses.

Strengths

  • Strong reputation for compassionate handling of anxious pets
  • Dr. Leach widely praised for knowledge and thoroughness
  • Clean, calm facility designed for low-stress visits
  • Quick scheduling and friendly front-desk experience

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Leach is the most frequently named and praised veterinarian
  • First exam price $39 (new client)
  • Offers mast cell tumor diagnosis and management
  • Dental surgeries for cats reported as successful with good recovery
  • Staff ask owner permission before taking pets for bloodwork and procedures

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Praised for preventive and wellness care; one serious complaint about missed kidney disease diagnosis and improper medication dosing.
Veterinary Dentistry
Cat dental surgeries reported to have good outcomes with positive recovery.
Veterinary Surgery
Handles mast cell tumor diagnosis and surgical management successfully.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Clinic accommodated urgent appointment request for a dog with concerning symptoms the next day.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.6 average across the 167 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 69
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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568
4
15
3
4
2
8
1
42

Common questions

What is the cost of a first visit?
New client first exam is $39.
Does 5280 handle emergency appointments?
Yes. One reviewer was able to get an urgent appointment the day after calling with concerns about a dog shaking uncontrollably.
What areas does the clinic serve?
North Denver, Downtown Denver, Whittier, River North, and Five Points according to their website.
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Last updated 2026-07-05