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Western Animal Clinic

Updated 2026-07-05 · 1,188 reviewed · 179 listed · Scored from 512 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(512) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary DentistryGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryHolistic & Alternative MedicineEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Western Animal Clinic
Services
Veterinary Dentistry, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
512

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise Dr. Shiarella for his honest, direct style and refusal to push unnecessary tests, paired with staff who genuinely care for animals. The walk-in model and reasonable prices set this clinic apart, though waits can be long and some report being kept outside in heat.

Surgical care, dental work, and chronic disease management receive repeated specific praise. Stephanie's blood-draw skill and Dr. Shiarella's diagnostic instinct (one reviewer mentions he detected kidney disease by smell) stand out. A small number flagged rude phone conduct and uncomfortable outdoor waiting policies during hot weather.

Praised for
  • Dr. Shiarella's skill and experience
  • Staff compassion and kindness
  • Straightforward, no-nonsense approach
  • Fair and reasonable pricing
  • Walk-in availability without emergency fees
Watch-outs
  • Outdoor waiting in hot weather with no communication
  • Rude phone staff on shot records request
compassionate-staffknowledgeable-vetscaring-bedside-mannergentle-with-animalsclear-communicationeasy-schedulingpunctual
Best for: Pet owners who value honest advice, transparent pricing, and walk-in flexibility over appointment scheduling.
Think twice if: Long waits are common, and some report being kept outside in hot weather with poor communication.

Strengths

  • Walk-in availability without emergency surcharge
  • Dr. Shiarella's straightforward, no-upsell approach
  • Reasonable and transparent pricing
  • Experienced surgical and dental care

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Shiarella performs straightforward diagnostics and avoids unnecessary testing
  • Stephanie known for skilled blood draws, even on difficult patients
  • Walk-in first-come, first-served model; no emergency surcharge for urgent cases
  • Surgical services include cyst removal; dental work noted as reasonably priced
  • Fifteen-plus year relationships with multiple clients; end-of-life care praised

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Chronic and acute care with diagnostic instinct and straightforward advice
Veterinary Surgery
Cyst removal and other surgical cases handled with confidence and care
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental cleanings and procedures at reasonable cost; growth detected during cleaning
Emergency & Urgent Care
Walk-in urgent care without emergency fees; quick turnaround reported

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.6 average across the 167 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
433
4
40
3
9
2
2
1
28

Common questions

Can I bring my pet in without an appointment?
Yes, Western Animal Clinic operates first-come, first-served walk-ins. Reviewers recommend arriving early to minimize wait time.
Do they charge an emergency fee for walk-in urgent visits?
No. Multiple reviewers note this clinic does not add an emergency surcharge for urgent walk-in care, unlike most Denver clinics.
Does Dr. Shiarella perform dental cleanings?
Yes. Reviewers mention dental cleanings and describe prices as reasonable compared to other Denver vets.
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Last updated 2026-07-05