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Montclair Animal Clinic

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 644 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(644) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryVeterinary SurgeryHolistic & Alternative MedicineExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Montclair Animal Clinic
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
644

What recent reviews say

Dr. Sharkey and the team earn loyalty from long-term clients across Denver who describe genuine affection for animals, surgical skill, and willingness to explain options without pushing unnecessary costs. One cat owner reported inadequate follow-up after thyroid treatment and unresolved test results, leaving frustration about cost and medication side effects that the clinic didn't address when the owner called back.

Most reviewers cite decades of visits, emergency care that felt calm and fast, and staff they'd "trust with their kids." The clinic lists twelve service areas from anesthesia to radiology and welcomes exotic birds and large animals, though recent reviews focus on dogs and cats.

Praised for
  • kind and caring vets
  • knowledgeable and thorough care
  • friendly staff
  • honest pricing
  • long-term trust and loyalty
Watch-outs
  • medication side effects not addressed
  • follow-up communication failure
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Best for: Pet owners seeking a long-term vet who listens and won't oversell, across all species.
Think twice if: Expect to follow up yourself on test results and medication side effects; responsiveness to after-visit concerns has been inconsistent.

Strengths

  • Dr. Sharkey known for genuine care and surgical skill
  • honest about costs, no unnecessary upsells
  • warm small-practice environment
  • fast, calm emergency response

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Sharkey named as primary vet across reviews
  • multiple reviews mention 10-15+ year relationships
  • surgical case praised for professionalism
  • emergency anaphylactic shock response noted as fast and accurate
  • one review mentions 'Susan salon' grooming/boarding service
  • pricing described as unmatched for quality by one long-distance client willing to drive across city

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Dr. Sharkey praised for thorough exams, explaining options, listening to owner concerns; one thyroid treatment case lacked follow-up on blood test results.
Veterinary Surgery
Dog surgery described as 'very professional job' with strong recovery.
Veterinary Dentistry
Bird grooming service (Susan salon) noted as making pet feel better.
Exotic & Avian Care
Handles exotic birds; one client mentioned bird 'looking great' after clinic care.

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 81% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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603
4
16
3
4
2
7
1
14

Common questions

How long have people stayed with this clinic?
Multiple clients report 10-15+ years; several mention decades as patients and recommend it to friends.
Does Montclair handle emergencies?
Yes. One review describes staff responding fast and calmly to a cat in anaphylactic shock, accurately diagnosing and treating the emergency on-site.
Is the clinic open every day?
Google lists 7 days on their profile; confirm hours at their website or phone before visiting.
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Last updated 2026-07-05