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Barker Road Spay and Neuter

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 55 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(55) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Barker Road Spay and Neuter
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Reviews
55

What recent reviews say

Patients consistently report dramatic savings on spay, neuter, and dental work-often one-third typical market rates. Dr. Wenkheimer and her small team earn praise for genuine care: they explain procedures clearly, call to check on animals post-op, and handle emergencies without delay. The practice operates with transparent pricing and knowledgeable staff who keep owners informed throughout the day. A handful of one-star reviews flag serious concerns about cleanliness and alleged injury, which contrast sharply with the overwhelming majority experience.

This independent clinic has expanded from spay and neuter to include dental cleaning and extractions, with bloodwork and medications bundled into set prices. Many reviewers note they chose Barker Road specifically to escape corporate veterinary chains. The main friction point is the required separate pre-surgery wellness visit, though at 35 dollars it remains inexpensive. Reviewers consistently emphasize that affordability never means cutting corners on animal care or professionalism.

Praised for
  • affordable pricing, significantly below market
  • compassionate, caring staff and vet
  • transparency in costs and procedures
  • follow-up care after procedures
  • smooth scheduling and communication
Watch-outs
  • cleanliness concerns
  • injury complaints (rare but serious)
  • requires separate pre-surgery wellness visit
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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable spay, neuter, and dental work without sacrificing quality or personal care.
Think twice if: Serious concerns about cleanliness and alleged injury were reported; the few one-star reviews contrast sharply with the majority and warrant direct inquiry before booking.

Strengths

  • substantially lower prices than corporate clinics, often one-third market rate
  • Dr. Wenkheimer's hands-on, compassionate approach
  • transparent, all-inclusive pricing (bloodwork, sedation, medications included)
  • post-operative follow-up calls

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Sara Wenkheimer is the primary veterinarian
  • Kara works at the front desk
  • Dental work bundled pricing starts at 600 dollars (includes 10-panel bloodwork, sedation, X-rays, exam, cleaning, take-home meds)
  • Additional 25-75 dollars per tooth extracted
  • Pre-surgery wellness check costs 35 dollars
  • Staff make post-operative follow-up calls
  • The vet's daughter helps in the clinic
  • Expanded from spay/neuter to include dental, with plans for further expansion

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviewers praise compassionate wellness care, vaccinations, and quick emergency accommodation at far below typical clinic rates.
Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Spay and neuter procedures performed smoothly; dental extractions highly praised for quality outcome and affordability compared to competitors.
Veterinary Dentistry
Reviewers highlight professional, pain-free dental work with detailed pre-procedure estimates; bundled pricing transparently laid out upfront.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.61 average across the 138 general & wellness veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 78
Review volume 76
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How much does dental work cost?
Dental cleaning with exam, bloodwork, sedation, X-rays, and take-home meds starts at 600 dollars; additional extractions are 25 to 75 dollars per tooth.
Do I need a separate appointment before surgery?
Yes, a pre-surgery wellness check is required on a separate visit and costs 35 dollars.
Will the vet follow up after my pet's procedure?
Yes, Dr. Wenkheimer and her team call to check on animals after procedures.

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Last updated 2026-07-08