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K-9 Smiles

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 139 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(139) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary DentistryGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & EquineHolistic & Alternative Medicine
K-9 Smiles
Services
Veterinary Dentistry, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
139

What recent reviews say

Most owners report sparkling clean teeth and happy dogs at a fraction of traditional vet dental costs. The catch: scaling happens awake, with no X-rays or deep gum assessment. Staff attitudes vary sharply-some describe them as warm and informative, others as curt or dismissive. Location depends on partnered grooming facilities.

Praised for
  • anesthesia-free cleaning option
  • visible teeth improvement and fresher breath
  • professional and friendly veterinarians and technicians
  • reasonable pricing compared to traditional dental clinics
  • gentle handling of anxious or senior dogs
Watch-outs
  • unprofessional front desk staff
  • limited facility (operated from grooming facility back rooms)
  • cosmetic rather than diagnostic (no radiographs or full periodontal assessment)
  • fixed pricing regardless of dog size or dental condition
  • poor bedside manner from some veterinarians
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Best for: Dog owners seeking affordable cosmetic teeth cleaning without anesthesia risks, especially seniors or anxious dogs.
Think twice if: Owners wanting diagnostic radiographs, deep gum disease assessment, or consistent staff friendliness should explore traditional veterinary dental clinics instead.

Strengths

  • no general anesthesia required
  • competitive pricing versus traditional dental clinics
  • noticeable cosmetic results (whiteness, tartar removal, breath improvement)

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Kaci and Dr. Tracy Oakes named as veterinarians
  • Technicians Tina and Emily noted for skill and gentleness
  • Senior technician Tori provided before/after photos
  • Service provided at partnered grooming facilities (e.g. Wag n Wash), not a standalone clinic
  • Dogs placed on their backs between technician legs during cleaning
  • Anesthesia-free scaling and tartar removal
  • Pricing mentioned at $250–$290 per cleaning

What reviews say by service

Veterinary Dentistry
Owners see immediate cosmetic results (tartar removal, whiteness, fresher breath), but some question whether awake cleaning achieves true diagnostic or deep periodontal treatment without radiographs.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.6 average across the 167 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 41% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do dogs need anesthesia for a cleaning here?
No. K-9 Smiles specializes in anesthesia-free teeth scaling with dogs awake and positioned on their backs.
Where are appointments held?
At partnered grooming facilities. The Colorado Springs location operates from Wag n Wash; book early (February) for discounted dates.
What does the cleaning include?
Veterinarian exam, tartar scaling, and tooth cleaning. No radiographs or deep gum assessment are performed.

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Last updated 2026-07-05