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South Platte Veterinary Hospital

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 225 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(225) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareLow-Cost & Affordable Care
South Platte Veterinary Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Low-Cost & Affordable Care
Reviews
225

What recent reviews say

Staff greet you without wait and treat anxious pets with patience and respect. Vets explain options honestly, search for affordable medications, and follow up by phone. Second opinions here have prevented unnecessary surgery for multiple dogs. Pricing is transparent and reasonable; owners report genuine care rather than sales pressure.

Dr. Graph, Dr. Wood, and Dr. Charlie lead a team that handles everything from wellness exams to end-of-life support. Drake, Amaya, and front-desk staff all earn specific praise. Saturday appointments available. Parking is ample. Owners describe the office as part of their family.

Praised for
  • compassionate and caring staff
  • transparent about costs and pricing
  • skilled vets who listen and partner with owners
  • good with nervous or anxious pets
  • thorough explanations and patient care
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Best for: owners of anxious or reactive pets who value second opinions and transparent pricing
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Strengths

  • second opinions prevent unnecessary surgery
  • staff search for affordable medication options
  • available for Saturday appointments with short notice
  • follows up by phone after visits
  • treats high-anxiety pets without muzzles

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Graph, Dr. Wood, Dr. Charlie named as particularly skilled
  • Drake (technician) specifically praised for handling difficult cases and earning anxious pets' trust
  • Amaya (receptionist) noted for thorough information collection
  • Second opinion on ACL case led to simpler recovery plan instead of thousands-dollar surgery
  • Second opinion on cancer case resulted in at-home support plan instead of rushed euthanasia recommendation
  • Follow-up calls standard practice
  • Ample parking available
  • Saturday hours offered

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
thorough wellness exams with transparent pricing; owners report feeling their pets are already receiving best care
Surgery & Specialty Care
second opinions here have altered treatment plans, preventing unnecessary surgeries and reducing recovery burden
Low-Cost & Affordable Care
staff search pharmacy sites for cheapest options; pricing called reasonable and transparent

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.58 average across the 174 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 49% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 85
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get an appointment on Saturday?
Yes. Multiple recent reviews mention Saturday appointments booked on short notice, and the business publishes seven-day hours.
Will the vet push treatments I don't need?
Multiple owners report vets ask thorough questions, explain options, and leave decisions to the owner. One reviewer notes the vet even searched pharmacy sites to find the most affordable medication.
What if my pet is anxious at the vet?
Staff are experienced handling nervous animals. Recent reviews describe techs getting on the ground with dogs to build trust, and a dog with a history of being difficult at the vet had a full exam without a muzzle for the first time.

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Last updated 2026-07-06