How much does a routine dental cleaning cost here?

One recent patient paid under $400 for a routine cleaning on a seven-year-old without extractions or bloodwork. Competitor quotes for similar work were $1500.

Does Dr. Summar treat rabbits and other small exotics?

Yes. Multiple reviews mention rabbit spays, guinea pig care, and bunny treatment over many years. A reviewer described him as affordable for exotic spay procedures.

Can I get treatment advice without an office visit?

Yes. At least one patient reported receiving helpful treatment recommendations and advice through email without needing to schedule an appointment.

Valley Veterinary Hospital Denver

Updated 2026-07-06 · 1,309 reviewed · 191 listed · Scored from 329 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(329) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareVeterinary Dental CareLarge Animal & EquineLow-Cost & Affordable CareHouse Call & Mobile VetEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Care

Services: General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Veterinary Dental Care
Reviews: 329

What recent reviews say

Patients drive substantial distances for Dr. Summar's combination of genuine care, surgical skill, and pricing well below market. Staff treat owners with respect and handle anxious pets with patience. The practice excels at dental work, exotic animal care, and emergency surgery, with transparent communication throughout treatment.

Two serious complaints surface amid 329 overwhelmingly positive reviews: one patient claims a fatal misdiagnosis twelve years ago, another reports being denied new-patient appointments despite meeting eligibility criteria. The practice's current policy on accepting new patients appears inconsistent with public statements.

Praised for

compassionate and caring staff
Dr. Summar's expertise and honesty
significantly lower prices than competitors
gentle with exotic pets
clear communication and transparency

Watch-outs

closed to new patients despite stated availability
alleged misdiagnosis leading to pet death
delayed treatment recommendation for puppy

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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable surgical care, exotic pet specialists, or those traveling from outlying areas willing to drive for quality and value.

Think twice if: New patients unable to be established without a procedure requiring anesthesia, based on recent reports; two long-standing complaints about diagnostic judgment warrant caution for owners uncertain about a diagnosis.

Strengths

Significantly lower pricing than comparable practices
Dr. Summar experienced with exotic pets from rabbits to snakes
Transparent about treatment plans and does not recommend unnecessary testing
Surgical expertise including emergency procedures

Worth knowing

Dr. Summar named as primary veterinarian with 20+ years handling exotic animals
Dental cleaning quoted at under $400 versus $1500 elsewhere for comparable case
Staff send email advice without requiring office visits
Emergency orthopedic and soft tissue surgery available
Handled growth removal under tongue in emergency setting with transparent communication

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care: Trusted for routine wellness and ongoing care across dogs, cats, and exotic pets over many years.
Surgery & Specialty Care: Emergency and elective soft tissue and orthopedic surgery praised for speed, skill, and transparent guidance.
Veterinary Dental Care: Dental cleanings and extractions priced roughly one-third of competitor quotes; praised for quality and avoiding unnecessary procedures.
Exotic & Avian Care: Dr. Summar experienced with rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes, and bunny spays; handling of end-of-life care for exotic pets noted as compassionate.
Low-Cost & Affordable Care: Consistently quoted 50-67% less than other local vets for equivalent procedures; owners travel long distances for cost savings.

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 58% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 86

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 67

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

312

Common questions

How much does a routine dental cleaning cost here?: One recent patient paid under $400 for a routine cleaning on a seven-year-old without extractions or bloodwork. Competitor quotes for similar work were $1500.
Does Dr. Summar treat rabbits and other small exotics?: Yes. Multiple reviews mention rabbit spays, guinea pig care, and bunny treatment over many years. A reviewer described him as affordable for exotic spay procedures.
Can I get treatment advice without an office visit?: Yes. At least one patient reported receiving helpful treatment recommendations and advice through email without needing to schedule an appointment.

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