20 Best Vet Tech Programs In Denver, CO (2022 Updated)

I LOVE LOVE LOVE working at Pima in COS! After 30 years in general practice, I am so happy to share my experiences and make new memories with the students and staff. The students are so amazing that I get sad when then leave! Many of them keep in touch and visit when they are nearby or in town. People that I meet in the veterinary field (and the human medical field for that matter) are excited to tell me all about the incredibly talented Vet Techs and Vet Assistant students that have landed at their location after attending Pima. They are asking me to KEEP THEM COMING!! The leadership is supportive and approachable. They make a great effort to celebrate and show appreciation for the students and the instructors throughout the year. A shout out during a staff meeting means a lot to those of us that are teaching every day! We are proud to be celebrating Pima Medical Instutitute's 50Th anniversary and kudos to the really popular, soft and comfortable 50th anniversary t-shirts. . .my evening students wear them EVERY casual Thursday night! Finally, when you work with a team that loves coming to work, everyone is supportive and willing to help each other. We always push each other to do better and make the learning environment fun to build a community. Shout out to all my students. . .love you guys and come by to say hello and let me know how you are doing!!!! Keep sharing your awesome stories and experiences with me. . .they make my day!Dr Mary Carr

I've spent a year and a half at Pima in the veterinary assistant and technician programs and I love it! The instructors are amazing and they do everything they can to help you succeed. I've gotten to work with animals I never thought I would go near and I've gained so much confidence from my experiences. I'm going to be sad when it ends but I'm thankful for the accelerated curriculum that fits my schedule.Aleska Oleksuk

I really enjoy coming to Pima! I genuinely felt like my life didn’t have a plan before. Now that I am on the Pharmacy Technician program, I feel like I have a sense of purpose again. The staff here is amazing, and Jenn really helped me in the enrollment process to get started as soon as possible. Ms.J is a great teacher!! I definitely recommend coming here if you’re trying to change your life.Rosalia Estanislao

Hi well hello currently I am in the Medical assistant evening class, and my instructor Mr Juan has been the best instructor I have had so far. He has been teaching all classes Morning, afternoon and Evening, and yet despite him being here all day and me being the last class from 5pm to 10pm he never looses his enthusiasm. He has a strong passion to teach and he really does show us real world situations. He prepares us for the best and for the worst case scenarios since he has been in the medical field for 10 years, he shows us to always have respect and empathy for everyone. He radiates positivity and love, with every thing he does. He dedicates everything to being the best teacher he can be and it really shows how much he cares. Any time i'm having trouble with any work I know I can ask and he will explain everything a million times until I fully understand the subject. Thank you Mr Juan my JUABULOSO teacher for everything you do. you are so much appreciated by the whole class.But much appreciated by me. I really hope and wish you the best Mr Juan when we are not there no more. keep up the good work and keep it shinning bright as bright like a diamond.☺️cecilia adame

I loveeeeeeeeee instructor Prowat! I have always struggled with anatomy and physiology but until she become my instructor I have been able to pass and learn my content. She makes learning so much fun and structures her class to where I feel like I am learning my best. If you want to join the LPN program she will make sure you succeed in her class. Also instructor Woolf is such a kind sweet soul who makes sure you are learning her context and does the above and beyond to stay with you after school to explain things to youGiselle Hermosill Padilla

I am currently enrolled at Pima, and the last couple months have been amazing. I’m in the Dental Assistant program and my instructor, Tanya Elespuru, has taught me more than I ever thought I would know. She’s an amazing instructor, and overall great person. For sure one of the best people that I have ever met, and I’m so glad to have her as an instructor at this campus. If you’re interested in becoming a DA, then this is the school for you! 10/10 school, and 100/10 instructor!Cynthia Razo Lopez

I recently had to take my chi-weenie Diego because we noticed that he wasn’t acting like himself and seemed to be in pain. I called around to different vets to get him in and I’m so glad I found Sploot! They were so helpful over the phone and were able to give me all the info that I needed and got him in within an hour. I was a little nervous to drop Diego off but they were so kind and friendly which eased my mind. They were honest about what to expect, especially the cost and I was able to come get him a few hours later. Not only did we have a great experience in the office they text me the next day to check on him and see how he was doing. The care they gave him was exceptional!! I would recommend Sploot to everyone I know!! They are amazing here.Jena Hernandez

Absolutely wonderful office, they managed to fit my dog Beatrice in last-minute two weeks ago so she could be seen on an emergency. I was nervous but they sent me texts and pictures of her in her comfortable kennel on a luxurious blanket that eased my worry. They checked in on her several times after to make sure she was still okay, and are readily available by text which is helpful for me who likes text over talking. I came in again today, their services are well priced and everyone is so friendly. Everyone had to pet and love my dog, and gave her treats. She was so much calmer here than other offices. The offices are clean and beautifully decorated, an absolutely adorable little place. Thank you so much!! Pictures included for dog tax.Noah Fields

I love this place! As a first time dog owner, I have a lot of questions and was nervous about finding a vet I trusted. My friend recommended Sploot to me, so I tried them out and they were amazing. They were super flexible with my schedule, responsive, and gave me very solid advice about navigating puppy parenthood. I've watched my boyfriend really struggle with dealing with veterinary care for his dog, so I was so relieved to have such a positive environment with Sploot. Plus, they treat my Golden Retriever puppy like she's a celebrity every time she comes in, and even provided he with an emotional support dog to sit in on the exam her first two visits! I can't recommend this place enough!Jennifer Karro

The worst group of teachers & counselors I have ever experienced. When a student has trouble passing classes they take over and over and over…says something about those teachers. I only know of one person graduating in 5 years from this school. I do not recommend this school, it's a waste of time and money.Linda Sorenson

It's a difficult program and not for everyone. That being said I love the small class sizes and hands on learning that I have received. I appreciate how the whole staff including the financial aid department are available to help you succeed. I am so happy that I took the opportunity to get my education here.Ginger Pospisil

Terrible program, the cost is easily 4x more than anywhere else and the knowledge they offer is no more than a basic 6 week long course. They say that you can receive college credit at their program. That is a lie. If you are looking to be a vet tech I would stay clear of this "school"Mark Glass

We've had nothing but wonderful experiences here. The secretary at a specialty vet recommended Goodheart for my very anxious dog. No one had been able to examine him in at least a year because he was so scared. At Goodheart, they took their time to make him comfortable at his first visit. The space is calm and friendly and doesn't smell like a vet. They let us explore a bit so he could feel comfortable. After that they did multiple "happy visits" (free) where he just went to visit and get treats from everyone. They also taught me how to practice restraining him for procedures at home. And he's done amazing! We just did his well visit with a blood draw and vaccines a few weeks ago and they were able to do all of it with him in my arms (they never separate pets and owners!) We did a happy visit in between that and his booster shot. Now the booster is done too and he didn't even twitch for it. We're going to do one more happy visit to make sure he doesn't have negative associations but then we should be all set to just go in when needed. I've recommended them to everyone I know. What a difference for my sweet dog!Robin Dickinson

We were expecting the same level of service that we received with other vets. Goodheart proved us wrong at first step in. Everyone was so nice yet prompt. All of our concerns were noted by the vet tech in the room compared to previous experience of not writing down all our concerns. Then Dr. J came in and discussed every single concern, and she came in with a plan for us in mind. I love the attention to detail, the genuine care, and the follow up! She followed up via text and gave us next steps for our pup since he was doing better. I appreciated our concerns being taken seriously and not dismissed; thus, resulting in our pup being more energetic than ever, happy, and with healthy poos!Sobia Bhatti

I found this vet through Trupanion and based on the reviews figured it was worth a shot. We couldn't be happier! Our previous vet was fine but I hoped to find a vet with better customer service. I was so impressed with how the prepared for the appointment and walked me through everything before and after. My pup was a bit nervous throughout the entire experience so they mentioned free happiness visits. We decided to randomly pop in today. He was nervous but they let him get on the scale, have a bit of marshmallow fluff and many pets then we were on our way. This is all the customer service I was hoping to receive! I can't recommend this place enough.Keri Budinger

Started seeing Dr. Robb when he was at the South Broadway location. We love him so much, we're following him to this new Cherry Creek location! I can't say enough positive things about Goodheart. When you first book your appt, the front desk staff will take detailed notes about why you're visiting/what problems your pet might be experiencing. When you visit, you'll see everything you discussed on the initial phone written on a whiteboard wall in the private exam room. Communication is clear across the office; you won't have to repeat yourself dozens of times, as we've done with providers. Dr. Robb and techs leave no stone unturned and provide truly comprehensive care. We're new, overcautious puppy owners. Dr. Robb is so patient with my partner and I and treats our pup with such care. We trust him completely and feel so fortunate to have found a vet clinic with such a talented, passionate team. Definitely ask them for a tour of their new facility! They do so much beyond routine care–I had no idea!Abby B.

We decided to switch vets recently and found Good Heart. We are so beyond happy to have found them. It’s night and day how comfortable our dog is with Dr Robb and being inside the Cherry Creek location as opposed to our prior vet. The Good Heart team has considered every angle of the vet going experience, ahead of time, for both people and animals, and it shows. Every staff member in the building gets on the floor to greet our dog and most of all, they operate on her terms and her comfort. As a result, she is more willing to let technicians and Dr Robb check her out in full. Their compassion and empathy for animals is in a whole new league for vet offices. Speaking of that, the location is brand new sparkling clean. Super efficient and bright space with tons of light and visibility everywhere – they are transparent as it gets for a vet office. They even have separate rooms for cat exams and dog exams to specifically cater to each’s needs. I strongly recommend making Good Heart your primary vet right nowBryan Fusfield

I really can't say enough praise about this vet. Everything about our experience with them has been totally wonderful. Their staff is fantastic and truly caring. They are super transparent about cost and all the potential steps to take with your pet's care. They do a great job making sure they aren't leading you down an expensive path of tests that lead to a dead end (an experience I've had with all other vets before this). The responsiveness is really top notch too. I don't think I've ever waited more than 3 hours for a response from these folks. Their process for responding to inquiries, checking up on patients after visits and schedule is fantastic. I trust everyone who works here and really feel that they have our cats' best interest at heart. If you're looking for a vet, you've gotta be here!Taylor Smith

I’m not the one to write reviews about places but this just shows how horrible this animal hospital was! I wish I could give them no stars at all! One of the worst animal hospitals I have ever been to! They are honestly horrible!!! And reading they’re reviews they have definitely gone downhill and have the The worst service I’ve ever dealt with.they CANT keep any of they’re employees very long at all. There is always someone new ever time. They most definitely don’t know how to communicate with any other clients about anything. They raised the Price for my dogs medication and they NEVER told me or gave me any heads up about it. They NEVER answer the phone! I have to call 20 times just to have someone answer the phone. They NEVER sent a email or called my husband or I if my dog was due for any of his vaccines or wellness exams, like they are SUPPOSED to do! THEY ARE THE WOST! We have even asked them MULTIPLE times to change/ fix things on our file and they NEVER FIXED ANYTHING. They would just lie to us about it EVERY SINGLE TIME. They are very lazy at doing they’re jobs! We have been dealing with such horrible service for way too long that we decided to go our own way and we found a much better veterinarian that takes great care of our fur baby and have AMAZING customer service and doctors. I will NEVER recommend Greenwood Village veterinary to anyone. This place just needs to be shut down because they are obviously paying people to sit around and do nothing. We’ve been in here with our dog before! But obviously NO ONE knows how to take notes. We don’t even have all the records that we need for our dog!Joanna Cross

UPDATED REVIEW (after about one year of being clients)::: I LOVE the techs and doctors here – super knowledgeable and friendly. I’m never rushed out of my appointment and no question too stupid. BUT there were a few downsides that ultimately made me want to switch vets. They never answer the phones and when I left voicemails, I never got calls back. One time I ended up having to go in person just to make an appointment. Also, they never help out in urgent situations. I know animal hospitals are constantly busy, but when my dog is in need of urgent care but isn’t life threatening, it’s not feasible for my only option to be an ER vet. ER vets are insanely expensive and if it’s not life threatening, the wait can be for 3+ hours – this is so stressful for my senior dog to be in a kennel in a waiting room that long. Every other vet I have been to will do what they can to squeeze me in same day or next, even if there’s an extra charge for an urgent visit. At Greenwood Village Vet, sometimes the earliest appointment would be 7-10 days away. When my older chihuahua had a horribly infected wound and on another occasion when he had a high fever, I had to go somewhere else because they would NEVER even pick up their phone. As much as I love the techs and doctors, I just can’t put my dog’s health at risk when he needs help the most just to keep coming here.Megan Befus

I went to this vet for about 5 years and during the last year was very disappointed in how the practice has changed. When I took my cat in 2021 they did bloodwork on him. They called to tell me the results and said they had left his blood sitting out and were unsure if the results were accurate. They then told me they could run it again but at cost to me. I was also told my cat had issues that he doesn't actually have. I used to recommend this vet to everyone who would listen and sadly I can't anymore. Edit as I can't leave a response to your response: That is an outright lie. I was told verbatim on the phone that the blood was left out and would have to be rerun in order to get an accurate result at a cost (to me) of $120. What incentive do I have to lie about something like this? I was told the T4 was a little high via voicemail, and when I called back was told that it could be a result of the blood being left sitting out and it would need to be rerun for accuracy. If your notes say I was just told the T4 was a little high then I suggest you have your techs take more accurate notes to reflect their mistakes. This can be corroborated by both my husband and family that I sobbed to with worry about my cat's thyroid and this added expense after I had this convo. Thanks.Kelly Logan

The Automotive Technology program is amazing. It covers everything you need to know in order to get a great beginning to intermediate level job in the industry. Mr. Martin and Mr. Werner are INCREDIBLE instructors that care about their students. However, Mr. Slaughter needs to be removed from the program. He is a good instructor, teaching wise… but he knows absolutely NOTHING about the automotive industry and has 0 experience working in a shop. From my understanding, they only hired him because 1 year classes are always so big they need to split it between Mr. Werner and Mr. Slaughter. It’s not fair to the kids who get Mr. Slaughter. I loved him as a teacher and he was very nice and helpful but he has no buisness being in an automotive based programJayln Cano

My last year of cosmo was when covid hit. It was extremely hard for me to do o line especially with things going on around the house. I then later on tried reaching out for help so I could prepare for state boards, but they were no help. I feel like it was extremely unfair to those who were almost done with the program when covid hit and not being to get help. I have my hours, I just didn't get the help I needed. It's about to be 2 years since I finished the course, and till this day I haven't been able to get the help I need to get my license. The cosmo director should understand how difficult it was for use and should have at least helped out.Selene Gonzalez

Awesome place to learn, I never thought I would come back to study after 14 years being away from school. In my age of school there were not much educational opportunities with easy access. The instructors and support members are there to show you the path, it's up to you how you go on your journey whether learning or just chilling. I hope I get through this and achieve what I have come for. Thanks to everyone at PickensSaid milad Akaberi

The welding department at Lincoln Tech of Denver has a lot of advantages. The teaching staff is awesome- Brian Bennett, Shane Kohn, Robert Rabino, Joel Lopez, Jerrod Brown, Joe, Todd. These guys have worked in the industry and they can answer almost every single question you could have. The facilities are top notch. There was always plenty of space to work. Plenty of welding machines to go around. And they were always stocked up on the necessary supplies for stick, MIG, and TIG. When it comes to learning how to weld, having the right tools and supplies is crucial. Lincoln supplies every student with a laptop and all the necessary tools a welder carries. The program was 7 months. The first month or so is all safety stuff and general theory of welding. After that, it’s pretty much all classroom time. I should say that with Covid, we had alternating days online, so I felt we got a lot more theory than we would have in previous years, but I think that’s a good thing in the end. Lincoln did a great job and adapting to covid and keeping students engaged while working from home online. Career services also does a great job. The welding department’s student rep, Joyce DeSantis, runs a tight ship helping students with resumes and job placement. Lastly, the Dean of Education, Dwayne Isbell, and the President of the school, Kelly Moore, both personally made themselves available for me when I needed them. I highly recommend Lincoln Tech of Denver. I definitely feel like my education from here is going to take me a long way. Oh and I got a job offer before I even finished school.Quinn Zimmer

I have almost finished the Auto program here at Lincoln Tech. Having prior experience in the field before enrolling helped me pick up a lot more from the teachers. The theory can be bland, but get through that and the teachers are very knowledgeable in the shop. One teacher stood out for me out of all of them; Steve Hatch. I identified with him pretty closely, as we both come from the mid-west US, and I gleaned more out of his three classes than I had over some periods of working in the field. I was apprehensive at first from hearing about Mr. Hatch from some of his prior students. I found very little truth in their words. He is perhaps the most fair and attentive teacher I got to learn under during my time with Lincoln Tech, and he has my gratitude for that. Other than the teachers, most of the shop equipment is kept in decent repair and plenty of tools are available. Some of the more specialized equipment, like the chassis and transmission dyno's, can only be operated by one of two of the teachers. That would be the one thing I would change at the school so no one has to miss dyno day.Joshua Lane

This education and all the help I got from Lincoln tech was exactly what I was wanting from life. I am all set with an amazing job in welding and fabrication at western industrial contractors! I couldn’t have done it without everyone helping me! Special shout out to Mr. Lopez for pushing me to be the best welder and always picking me up when I was down and when I finish my education the help from Joyce in job services was outstanding! Didn’t give up on me and is the reason I am at this job now. I love everyone at Lincoln and I hope other people see this and join their programs to succeed like I have. Thank you🤙🏽Chris Segura

Over the years, Park Hill Vet has shown great patience with my skittish dog, Toby. I’m sad to leave this review but as I prepare to move away, my last 2 phone calls for assistance have been very disappointing. On May 27, I called about a toenail injury and followed instructions to email photos to the vet. I never received a response to my email. I followed up with a text message on the same day that stated “Hi. I emailed some photos of Toby’s torn nail. He’s in a lot of pain and I’m not sure what to do.” I never received a response to my text message. I was so frustrated and finally just took him to an emergency vet to get assistance. In fact, no ever contacted me about the injury period. Today, I called to ask about doing a dental cleaning and wellness exam on the same day. I was told that’s not usually allowed but a message is in for the vet to ask if it can be done. I’m fairly confident this has been done for Toby in the past, who has to take anti-anxiety medication just to come to the vet. I waited 7 hours to hear back if it could be scheduled together but no response. I’m saddened that the level of service, for me, seems to have slipped. I’ve been faithfully bringing my dog here since 2016 and the lady I spoke to today didn’t recognize me or my dog. She asked me if I’ve ever brought my dog in before. No more. Even if I wasn’t moving, I would look for another vet that was more responsive and followed up in a timely manner. And also a vet that would remember a pretty unforgettable dog that has been a patient for 4 years.Suman K

What an unpleasant experience. Chris (owner) literally acted like a drunk 25yo in a bar starting a fight. I called the Dumb Friends league to complain… and they've ALREADY been removed from the list of clinics they recommend 'for cause'. They're more of a sales organization than a place to trust with your pet. Look at how many poor reviews this place has AND…. look at the 1 star review from Pam below!! The owner tries to shame her claiming reviews like this make Vets COMMIT SUICIDE!! Read it. He literally says that! Classless organization that is more about $$ than your pet. Just read the reviews. I am so far from the only one.Brian McGinn

Park Hill has its pros and cons. The staff there is great, though it's hard to make timely appointments, and it seems they are short staffed or have more turn over than most vets. With that said, their pricing is fair, the staff cares. I was disappointed in one visit when I brought my kitty to a dentistry appointment, and they had her for over four hours before they got to see her, in this instance, I would have loved to keep my kitty at home and comfortable until the vet was actually able to see her. But on that same note, they were very understanding with several visits, and they do a great job.Camunga_

Had my dog neutered here yesterday, they were super nice throughout the whole process. I rescheduled my appointment three times because I kept wanting to push back the date and they were helpful with that every time. The day of I was really late due to the random snowstorm the night prior and having to go into downtown Denver at 8:00 a.m., but they were more than accommodating, as they still were able to get me in. What really blew me away though was how kind and helpful they were even though I was a scheduling nightmare. That goes a long way with me and really helps reduce a stressful time when your dog has to go to the vet for surgery. They even checked in on me the next day which is nice. So far my puppies doing pretty good. I went to them because I rescued my dog from a shelter that they partner with, however I would recommend them for any one looking for a primary vet in their area! Everyone was wearing a mask and it was a really clean office.Taylor P

Maddie & Dr Cameron (Stacy!) are incredible. Our dog started to have an issue with tremors and our previous vet did not seem to care about him. Through a referral, we called All About Paws around 5pm and Maddie went above and beyond to squeeze us in the next morning. Our dog gets very anxious at the vet and Dr Cameron and the techs did everything they could to try and calm him down. They informed us of “happy visits”, short visits where your dog gets a few mins with the vet that are strictly happy. We cannot wait to try these! Thanks to the amazing team at All About Paws. We are so glad we found you!Alex Herrmann

Nothing but great things to say about this Veterinary Clinic. I was lucky that it was recommended when we adopted our foster dog because there are several other options closer to my house and this place would of been missed. The care provided to my dog has always been top notch. Staff are all very welcoming and engaging, and Dr. Coleman is an absolute gem. My dog is always coming and going with a smile on and full wags. Thank you for your continued support and love you show the pets in our community!Mychal Tarr

I don't normally write reviews but this time I'll make an exception because of the outstanding service and experience I've had so far. Also, I hope this review helps those of you that are on the fence about starting a program with ACI Learning. I went into this program with little to no expectations and frankly, I was a bit worried it would be a waste of time. Before ACI, I was losing faith that I would be able to kick start a career in IT (mostly because of how difficult of a time I was having with online learning in college). After being in the Customer User Support Specialist program for a bit over a month and utilizing the services ACI Learning has I have to say that it was well worth my time and it has reinvigorated my drive into a career in IT, all while still being purely online classes! My biggest concern was how well the instructors would capture my attention and help retain the knowledge through online learning. Although I haven't finished the program and haven't taken the exams yet, I am more confident than ever based solely on the professionalism and technical prowess that the instructors have shown and taught me. Also, thank you to Scott B. and Brian M. for making this all an even more outstanding experience!Saul Baro

Erik has been an excellent Career Training Consultant and coach in every sense of the word. He goes above and beyond mentoring, teaching, guiding, and supporting his clients through their learning and career journeys. He understands that there's no "one size fits all" solution and personalizes each client interaction. He is instrumental in navigating me and otherwise challenging situations and decisions, using techniques and processes designed to indeed help his clients achieve their goals. He professionally and expertly holds his clients accountable, and it’s clear by his dedication that he cares about his client’s well-being. I highly recommend Erik to everyone and anyone. He is truly remarkable and has made my journey at ACI a pleasant experience so far. I cannot thank him enough for his patience and support! –LeAnn Daley

ACI Learning is amazing! Their staff reached out to me after I got out of the service, and I was informed on my opportunities for future education with them. They then work hand in hand (literally on zoom, screen mirroring and everything) to help you through all the application documents as well as ample scheduled time to answer any questions you have. I worked very personally with Michael Murphy, a member of their staff and from day 1, he was very personable and knowledgeable. Trust, I had plenty of questions, and he not only answered all of them, but was very forward in sharing information about the next steps and next phases of the process. He even helped me pick out my laptop! If everyone on ACI Learning's student advisory staff is like him, I highly recommend this program, with honors.Malachi Smith

They are all lovely staff except I feel as though Dr. Gardner does not let you speak and insist on things without letting you explain what you feel the issues are with your pet. I took my now 1 year old German Shepherd mix there and everyone was so amazing!!! I loved the smiles and patience everyone had with him as he is a very anxious boy. We're in the process of training him with his anxiety and helping him be more confident but Dr. Gardner made us seem like we had no clue how to train and that we needed to hire bahviouralists for him and made him seem aggressive when he infact only barks and tries to hide when he's anxious. She wouldn't listen to us on how we help him and then prescribed anxiety meds without telling us what they were before she left the room. The tech we had the second visit was perfect and our boy loved her. She even got him to give her kisses. It was amazing. But then she mentioned an anxiety med that we were to take home with us that day and we were baffled as we hadn't heard about us needing it yet. All in all, lovely experience. Just go to the other vets in their office and not Dr. Gardner. Find one who lets you actually speak and understands that it's your animal and you know them better than the vet who's only seen them a few times.Sheikah Apostle

I would not recommend this Veternary Clinic to anyone as my experience was horrible and very expensive my mother which is 85 years old tried to reason with the front office person because they charged over $600 to stich up my dogs paw and the wanted another $300 to pull out the stiches which by the way didn't hold up even though the dog was carefully monitored to be sure he didn't pull them out but the office person accused us of not taking care of the dog and blamed us for the stiches coming out when my mom tried to reason with her she told her it would cost another $900 to get the stiches put back in. The front office person was very rude and nasty another issue is they do not let you go to the exam room with you dog to help comfort him and keep him calm. We were forced to pay the outrageous bill to get our dog out of there and they even threatened to call the police if we didn't pay the $300 to have the stiches removed which should of been included in the original $600 plus bill that we already paid. THIS PLACE IS A RIP OFF!!!Gregory Coleman

I recently started taking my furbaby here and because of COVID times, it is weird handing your baby off and talking with the vet over the phone. Regardless, I think this place is great so far. My kitty is 10yo and was in desperate need of a teeth cleaning and they offered it at an AMAZING price (at least compared to our previous vet). He was groomed that same day. I usually take him to PetSmart to be groomed, but decided to spend $10 more to just knock out grooming and teeth cleaning same day. I took away a star only because I felt that he looks better when he goes to PetSmart and it's cheaper there, but I also can't imagine what it's like trying to groom a cat.Kelli

You can make an appointment online very easily. I did so two hours before the appointment, which was convenient. The entire staff was extremely thorough. They asked important questions about his history and symptoms. Most importantly, they were kind and obviously animal lovers. My dog was wagging his tail when he entered and when he was leaving. The Vet gave me a detailed explanation about her observations, provided informed suggestions and started my dog on a treatment course immediately. This was a great experience. Oh, and they provide you with a photo for the ride home! Can't beat that.S Chenko

A couple of things. 1. After given the choice, I asked to be present when my dog was examined but they took him away from me and examined him on another room. 2. They didn't find his injury but I could hear my doggy whimper a few times. 3. My doggy came out with more pain than he went in. 4. The diagnosis was concluded not from and examination but after a conversation with me (with my doggy STILL in another area) 5. 2nd opinions are important! 6. Do not return!Barb H

I choose Thrive because it was close to my house and offered a membership so our appointments were included when we signed up. Their puppy package is affordable. The visit was quick and I liked the text communication and ability for me to pay by phone while I was still in the patient room – no need to make another stop to checkout. My puppy is happy and the vet was very thorough and answered all of my questions. Overall great experience.Jordan Sanders Kellerman

I recently lost my 15 year old cat Toby, and still felt the need to come on here and thank the doctors and techs for everything they did for him. Dr. Thiessen worked tirelessly for him, trying medications and suggesting treatments in order to give him more time. The techs graciously offered us stools when we had to visit him on an IV, and they let us take him home for his final days. We had arranged for an at home service for him, but when Toby told us his time had come we rushed him back to pass peacefully, and I’m truly thankful for the compassion and stories they shared with us in his last hour. As your animal ages, every extra second with them is a blessing and this team works hard to give you as much time as possible. Thank you for giving me as much time as you could, and for treating Toby as one of your own.Jenna Hermann

My (no longer a) puppy has been going to Tender Touch since she was about 8 weeks old. They have always always always provided the most thoughtful care and follow-up. I always get a a call the next day to check on her and always receive comprehensive consulting, directly from the vet, after her visit. They always tell me exactly what they've checked and exactly what they found. I always feel that my pup is truly cared for when she is at Tender Touch, it is not transactional in any way. I always feel like they have her (and my) care at the center of what they do. Seriously, THANK YOU TT!Justin Stootsberry

My kitty got the good fortune of coming to Tender Touch for her first 5 years of annual check ups. It wasn’t until we moved and had to find a new vet that we realized just how lucky we were at Tender Touch. Muffin really only loves her human mom and tends to display her dissatisfaction for other people. She is not mean but has a big bark to her in order to not be touched by others. Tender touch was soft and gentle with Muffin and gave her the proper care and understanding she needed and deserves. We will miss this wonderful place.Kimberly Gibson

We took our bunny here immediately when we noticed his behavior was off. Our normal vet is 30 minutes away and would close in an hour, despite them being able to fit us in we chose VEG because we live a few blocks away. And I was so glad we did. Not only were they able to get us in immediately and work with small animals, but they were so responsive and communicative about what was happening. Nobody ever wants to be at an emergency vet, but we had a say in what services were done and had all pricing up front. I understand why the open concept might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but I felt it really made the experience feel more welcoming and communal. We even had some techs who were able to stand with us and talk to help ease anxiety. We were offered water, snacks and chairs to feel comfortable. The doctor consulted a team of professionals through their system to get opinions on best care and possible reasons for his condition- it really felt they did everything possible that was available. We had to make the difficult choice to put our little guy down, bunnies are very fragile, and we were brought to our own room for privacy. I wasn’t going to write a review, because I don’t ever do, but today we received a letter in the mail from the whole team personally wishing us well. It was such a kind and thoughtful gesture that showed how truly caring and thoughtful their team is. Thank you thank you thank you. Long live Tony!! King of New York!! I hope you don’t, but in the case that you need an emergency veterinarian, I cannot recommend VEG enough.Hope Laub

I found a kitten in my back yard that was about 8 weeks old. She was very sick and I wasn’t sure she would make it through the night, she was skin and bones literally. My mistake I took her to the VCA The vet came to take a look at her set her on the ground and shoved her a couple times and Said she was fine. Apparently they only see Injured animals here. I told him I thought she has really bad worms because I could see them around her rectum he said to give her a bath and clean it up so that’s what I did. I stayed up with her all night. The next day I was referred to veterinarian emergency group. They got her right back and what I thought was worms were actually maggots. They did everything they could but unfortunately due to her having to wait to long she passed away. I recommend veterinary emergency group to anyone who needs emergency care or otherwise, they were great people and didn’t even charge us because she was a stray. This place was phenomenal and I will never take another animal vca emergency again for care! Beware everyone! She didn’t deserve this! Rest I. Peace Jupiter! 🌈💜Toni Tressider

I never in my life expected to find such a welcoming and caring place to take my dog. My dog means the world to me, and to be able to stay beside him throughout all his tests and time in their care meant the world to both of us. They treated us like family the entire time and I knew he was in great hands. I’m beyond thankful to have found this gem in the animal care world. Everyone who works there is absolutely incredible and you can tell they all genuinely love and care about animals. I wish they had a normal vet practice so I could always take my dog to them! I wish I remembered all of their names because they all deserve praise! Also – the only low reviews this place gets is regarding pricing. I had my sister who is a vet elsewhere review all of the invoicing I received and she was shocked that I wasn’t charged MORE. This is emergency care. They see their patients immediately and the charges for that are reflected accordingly. This place is truly incredible and I would go back in a heartbeat.Taylor Grant

After hopping from vet to vet, we finally found a vet that we love and trust. We have 4 furbabies and they all see Shelly quite regularly. What I like about this place is that we get to see the same vet every visit; unlike other vet place where it's like a revolving door: different vet every single visit. Shelly also works very closely w her clients to come up w a care plan that works for her clients and their furbabies. All the vet techs are very nice toward me and my kiddos. The ladies are the front desk are awesome too: very responsive and very helpful.Siman Wendy

My husband and I recently had to go through the unfortunate and heartbreaking experience of losing our dog of nine years. Although nothing about the process was easy, we could not be more thankful for Dr. Ydens and the rest of the Northfield Vet team. Dr. Ydens was compassionate, respectful, empathetic, and supportive through our last days with our beloved dog. The same can be said for the rest of the Northfield Vet team as well. Thank you all for your kindness and empathy. We could not have asked for a better team to help care for our dog.Casady Pickar

My dog Mo absolutely LOVES Northfield Vet. When I rescued her from Mile High Lab Mission, I asked for vet recommendations and they mentioned Northfield. Since then, we drive across town to Northfield. The entire team is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and most importantly, welcomes Mo with a smile. They’ve helped me in a pinch, and always are accommodating. My childhood dog was terrified of the vet, now Mo pulls me towards the door of Northfield. Thank you for always taking care of Mo!Jeremy H

ZERO STARS! I agree with ALL of the Negative reviews for Bear Valley Veterinary Care Center. Uncaring. For profit. Overpriced. My 2.5 yr old healthy dog had a dental cleaning and they added extra charges onto the bill (scope creep). For a week after the cleaning my dog continuously hacked, choked and coughed. She couldn't swallow/eat. Took dog back in to see what they did to her throat and the vet did a rectal exam on my dog.. What?? The vet (Dr King) said my dog was hacking and coughing because of the tube they put down her throat. I never experienced this with previous dog dental cleanings. The vet proceeded to spoon feed my small dog half a can of dog food which my dog immediately threw-up on the floor (must have really hurt her throat!). I am NOT a fan of reckless and over-priced vet services. I also paid for a fecal test which instead they did an 'early detection Heartworm' test which I had previously declined. There were some other issues, but I'll leave it at that. The office staff isn't too friendly either, but my testimony is about the service. I will never go here again. If you want a vet who cares about your pets go to the WESTW00D AN1MAL H0SP1TAL.That's where I go now.Z J

SCAM ARTISTS! FIND ANOTHER VET! Note to other clients that got ripped off, YOU CAN CHARGE BACK if services aren't completed. Disappointed with the lack of knowledge, poor customer service and policies. I'll go somewhere else. Also, charging back because no services were actually performed. Very rude staff and HIGHLY UNPROFESSIONAL. Find another vet, there are plenty of good ones out there! We cancelled twice, the 2nd as a result of a covid exposure, which .we stated in detail on the phone.l. BUT!!! OOPS… We charged back anyways, you can't take money for services that aren't completed. We explained this to you, but your arrogance lead you to think that you could do it anyways. Now, you lose out on those appointments (which we wanted to reschedule), the money from the cat neuters, and YEARS of loyal client services that would have been worth 10's of thousands.Michael West

Very Pricey and vets try to jack the bill up. I have now taken 3 animals here, 2 dogs, and. a cat. Had Dr. Stevenson today—- HORRIBLE!!!! No bedside manner whatsoever!! Condescending and snotty! She told me my cat had "either an infection in his mouth, or an oral tumor– of which it will grown bigger and eventually grown down his throat and choke him with lots of suffering." That is a quote!!! Then gave me 3 expensive options. Only after I said an emphatic "No!" did she offer an injection of an antibiotic to see if that help. Really? The vet tech's are amazing, and seem to really care about the animals. I think the Dr.s are stressed and trying to up the bottom line on the invoices because this place is never full. All the vets in this area are fully booked– but this place is always pretty bare as far as customers are concerned.Victoria Brown

Technically an exotic vet. Prices will rise accordingly, even for non exotic pets and medicines. Don't expect anything but a voicemail box if you call. Serious, consistent failure to communicate clearly. Anything that happens is always excused by being short staffed. Techs never seem to know what they're doing. My last major visit was before the name change. Tech couldn't seem to find a vein on a very still giant breed dog and subsequently bandaged the IV site extremely carelessly, forcing her to suffer much more than she had to and bleed all over the floor. My family used this location and it's familiar to me. I thought training might have improved with time and the name change so I visited again for a much more minor issue. I was proven wrong. Visit offered only communication issues and doubtful / incorrect information from the employees (which was easily answered correctly through a quick Google search). Felt lied to and cheated. Employees were unhelpful and only seemed to want my money. Didn't even look at my dog and just shrugged my questions off. My family and I will be going elsewhere from now on.Hal Mor

We have been taking our animals to VIDA for quite some time now. While they are affordable, they were not the absolute cheapest vet we could find. VIDA were one of the few vets we could find with a ferret expert available. We have visited VIDA for routine examinations all the way to a surgery for our dog. Each time the staff has been friendly, engaging, and provided excellent care. This has been consistent through the years and for each of our animals. To us this has made the price worthwhile, as we always know we'll be getting great care for our animals and have staff who carefully explain to us what we need to know to best care for our pets. I can heartily recommend VIDA if you're looking for an affordable vet without getting less than excellent care for your pets.N R

The team of animal medicine professionals here is awesome. They will do their damnedest to give your animals every advantage of health, whether thru education, demonstration or medical care, but it's always because they are deeply invested in giving you and your pets the best chance at a good life together. And hats off to the last team I encountered on Tuesday, Dylan and Dr Z, nice people. Update….. I have been nervous about my boy-budgie's care since I lost the previous bird to a respiratory illness, couldn't find any vet that would see him until almost 24 hours passed. But the staff here are doing great at helping me understand and remember everything to do for Cream and he's absolutely thriving 😻 Goofy little boy. ❤️💖❤️Deb Miller

I visited this clinic for the first time today, with a dog who was recently lucky enough to be saved from a bad situation. I've been in rescue over a decade, and my expectations are generally on the low side due to a number of less than stellar vets I've seen before, but I couldn't have been more impressed or grateful after this visit. Not only was the technician knowledgeable and thorough, she was warm, compassionate and just plain awesome. And the vet we saw was equally as amazing, literally the kindest, most helpful and capable vet I can recall ever seeing. He had so much compassion for this dog and everything she's been through, and I just can't say enough about how good the care we were given was. I'm half way across the city, but am genuinely thinking of switching over to this clinic for my 3 dogs, because they made such an incredible impression. If you are looking for a vet, look no further – THIS is the place you want to be. Hands down! A million thank you's for my experience today, I will DEFINITELY be back.Mo G

I wish I could rate this vet higher, and I will miss living in the area. PROS: The staff was amazingly friendly when we were present, Dr. Games remembered our cats and cared for them with compassion every time. It was convenient to create an appointment and easy to talk to a person at the desk for additional asks. CONS: Very expensive, VCAs are rarely competitively priced and this was no exception. For multiple cats, we spent a ton of money here annually. After moving, I was able to get a copy of my records (pro!) but was promptly deleted from the system without a heads up. I recently moved and was not even able to send my cat's existing prescription refills to a local pharmacy while we find a new vet because they would not authorize it because we are not being seen there anymore. Overall I will miss things about this vet, but unfortunately with this ending it is hard not to feel like this is another vet that is empathetic as long as you're there holding the bill.Serah -

I want to express my sincerest gratitude to all of the amazing staff at VCA South East Area Animal Hospital 🏥 . To the ladies at the front desk (Susie) to Toni the assistant to Dr. Ryan, who helped me and all cared for my fur baby 🐾 during a terrifying event that I had experienced with my dog. They were able to squeeze him in as a new patient. I was told they don't normally do walk-ins, and that they also had full schedule but they would ask the provider anyway if they can squeeze him in due to the nature of my visit. Everyone was so friendly, caring and compassionate. Thank you all so much for what you do everyday. You all truly make a difference…. And you all have gained another neighboorhood furry friend for life 💙 Vince and Kazper 🐾Vincent Stines