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CVCA Wheat Ridge

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 319 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(319) 92 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General & Wellness Veterinary Care
CVCA Wheat Ridge
Service
General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviews
319

What recent reviews say

Staff and vets consistently earn trust through calm, knowledgeable care that puts anxious owners at ease. Dr. Dixon, Dr. Moralejo, and the broader team explain complex heart conditions clearly, offer remote monitoring support, and stay responsive via text through treatment, making families feel heard rather than rushed.

Praised for
  • compassionate, caring staff
  • highly skilled vets
  • thorough diagnostics and explanations
  • responsive follow-up communication
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Best for: Pet owners dealing with cardiac diagnosis or anxiety about vet visits who value detailed, compassionate communication.

Strengths

  • Board-certified cardiologists (Dr. Dixon, Dr. Moralejo, Dr. LaFauci)
  • Remote ECG monitoring and at-home device support
  • Clear explanations of complex conditions
  • Text-based follow-up communication

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Ashley Sharpe, DVM, ACVIM (Cardiology)
  • Dr. Amy Dixon-Jiménez, DVM, MS, ACVIM (Cardiology)
  • Dr. Kendra LaFauci, DVM, ACVIM (Cardiology)
  • Dr. Moralejo (first name not specified in reviews)
  • Remote ECG monitor support for distant clients
  • Text communication for prescription and medication questions

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviewers praise thorough wellness exams and clear communication; one noted follow-up visit price as reasonable.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.61 average across the 138 general & wellness veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 55% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Last updated 2026-07-08