Veterinarians in River North Art District (RiNo): ranked picks
RiNo's mix of live-work lofts and dog-friendly breweries means a lot of first-time pet owners and active dogs needing everything from vaccines to orthopedic surgery. The five practices below cover routine wellness visits, same-day sick appointments, and round-the-clock emergency care, ranked using our methodology, which weighs rating, review volume, recency, and sentiment together.
Most clinics here sit within a few blocks of each other along Brighton or Walnut, so it's common for owners to use one practice for regular care and another nearby for after-hours emergencies. Same-day slots are common across the board, which matters in a neighborhood full of young, energetic dogs getting into trouble on patios and greenways.
5 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Livewell Animal Hospital of RiNo | 88 | 4.9 (168) | — | Unhurried routine care |
| 2 | Five Points Animal Hospital | 87 | 5 (65) | — | Surgery and orthopedic cases |
| 3 | Sploot Veterinary Care - RiNo | 86 | 4.8 (831) | — | Anxious or special-needs pets |
| 4 | GoodVets RiNo | 79 | 4.8 (46) | — | Emergency follow-up calls |
| 5 | RiNoVet Animal Emergency Care | 78 | 4.3 (214) | — | 24-hour emergency triage |
Ranked picks
Livewell Animal Hospital of RiNo
score 88/100Dr. Kramer and the team are praised for thorough, unrushed visits and same-day slots, though one misdiagnosis and a rude receptionist keep it from a perfect record.
Five Points Animal Hospital
score 87/100Rated 5 from 65 reviews for TPLO surgery, dental work, and transparent estimates, with vets who explain options without pushing extras.
Sploot Veterinary Care - RiNo
score 86/100Staff get consistent praise for patience with reactive animals, though no-show fees and surprise emergency surcharges frustrate some owners.
GoodVets RiNo
score 79/100Sadrac and the team are known for proactive check-ins and calm handling of anxious dogs, though fees have climbed and turnover is a concern.
RiNoVet Animal Emergency Care
score 78/100A walk-in emergency model with on-site ultrasound and radiology that reviewers credit with catching what other vets missed, despite a rougher front desk experience.