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Denver Cat Hospital

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 199 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(199) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
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Denver Cat Hospital
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
Reviews
199

What recent reviews say

Nearly all reviewers praise Denver Cat Hospital for its cat-only waiting area, attentive vets (especially Dr. Rognrud), and calm handling of anxious pets during exams and dental work. Staff explain procedures thoroughly, answer questions without rushing, and follow up well throughout treatment.

One detailed recent complaint flags private equity ownership driving higher exam fees (around $95), pressure toward expensive lab work, slow lab turnaround compared to competitors, and notably, no condolence outreach when a longtime patient died at home. That reviewer also noted inconsistent care between vets and slow response times from one doctor.

Recent shift: One 2025-2026 complaint documents a shift after private equity acquisition, with rising prices, staff turnover (loss of a well-liked vet), and a shift toward more expensive tests and pharmacy upselling. However, the majority of recent 5-star reviews predate or are unaware of these changes.

Praised for
  • cat-only environment reduces stress
  • compassionate, attentive staff and vets
  • thorough communication before and after procedures
  • quick appointments and minimal wait times
  • gentle handling of anxious cats
Watch-outs
  • pricing increase and expensive tests since private equity acquisition
  • inconsistent vet quality and response times
  • lack of bedside manner when pets pass away
  • pushes costly pharmacy and unnecessary diagnostics
  • front desk friendliness varies
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Best for: Cat owners with anxious pets who value a stress-free clinic environment
Think twice if: Seek detailed pricing upfront; one reviewer noted exam costs around $95 and reported pressure to use their online pharmacy and pursue costly diagnostics

Strengths

  • Feline-only clinic with no dogs in waiting room
  • Specialty dental and surgical services
  • Known for calming anxious or high-stress cats
  • Dr. Rognrud praised for compassion and responsiveness

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Rognrud responds personally same-day to questions
  • Dr. Maybank's response times average 3 days via front desk
  • Dental surgery and mass removal procedures offered
  • Andrea praised by multiple reviewers for emotional support during pet procedures
  • One reviewer's online pharmacy order was filled incorrectly
  • Lab results slower than some competitors (VEG) according to one complaint

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Praised for thorough exams, quick scheduling, and attentive handling of sick cats
Veterinary Dentistry
Multiple reviewers commend dental surgery care and pre/post-procedure communication, though one flags the procedure as expensive
Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
One reviewer appreciated quick follow-up care after an outside emergency vet visit

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.6 average across the 115 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 46% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 79
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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3
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10

Common questions

Do they have dogs in the waiting room?
No. Denver Cat Hospital is cat-exclusive, so anxious cats won't encounter other animals during their visit.
Can I schedule an appointment online?
Yes. One reviewer mentioned booking through their website portal, which also includes a chat feature for follow-up questions.
What areas do they serve?
Their website lists Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Arvada, and Littleton as service areas.

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Last updated 2026-07-08