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Care Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 805 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(805) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryExotic & Avian CareVeterinary DentistryLarge Animal & EquineHolistic & Alternative Medicine
Care Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Exotic & Avian Care
Reviews
805

What recent reviews say

Care Animal Hospital draws consistent praise for vets (Dr. Gilbert, Dr. Fox, Dr. Alberg) who combine knowledge with genuine compassion, spending unhurried time on exams and end-of-life counseling. Recent complaints center on operational issues: refusal to treat an emergency injury, feeling rushed during euthanasia decisions, and lack of updates during extended procedures.

Recent shift: Recent complaints point to operational shifts after new management changes, with reviewers noting less customer-friendly policies and communication breakdowns during procedures.</shifts> </invoke>

Praised for
  • compassionate end-of-life care
  • knowledgeable, named vets
  • thorough exams and time spent
  • friendly and calm staff
  • gentle with anxious animals
Watch-outs
  • refused emergency treatment for injured dog
  • rushed during euthanasia consultation
  • long wait times without updates
  • poor communication from front desk
  • new management policies less customer-friendly
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Best for: Pet owners in metro Denver seeking compassionate, knowledgeable care for cats and dogs.
Think twice if: Owners needing emergency care for injuries; recent operational and communication concerns suggest calling ahead or checking current policies.

Strengths

  • Named vets known for empathy and patient education
  • AAFP member, Cat Friendly Practice certified
  • Surgical capabilities on-site
  • Preventive care plans (PAW Plans)

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Gilbert, Dr. Fox, and Dr. Alberg named as staff vets
  • Orthopedic surgery performed on-site (knee surgery mentioned)
  • PAW Plans available for preventive care
  • Free treats offered in clinic
  • One reviewer noted refusal to treat raccoon bite
  • One reviewer reported dog held 6 hours with no updates

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Vets spend time explaining options; thorough exams and wellness care praised by most.
Veterinary Surgery
Orthopedic surgery completed successfully, but one reviewer concerns about long procedures with no updates.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental exams and cleanings offered; one reviewer had positive experience.
Exotic & Avian Care
No clear review evidence for exotic or avian care.
Large Animal & Equine
No clear review evidence for large animal or equine care.
Holistic & Alternative Medicine
No clear review evidence for holistic or alternative services.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.6 average across the 167 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 84% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
736
4
29
3
9
2
8
1
23

Common questions

Do they do orthopedic surgery?
Yes; their website lists orthopedic surgery and reviews mention knee surgery completed on-site.
Is this practice cat-friendly?
Yes; they hold a Cat Friendly Practice certification and multiple reviews highlight vets' calm approach with cats.
What preventive care options are there?
They offer PAW Plans for preventive care, covering wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite control, and microchipping.
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Last updated 2026-07-05