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Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League - Veterinary Hospital at CSU Spur

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 1,183 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(1183) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Mobile & House-Call VetEmergency & Urgent Care VetLow-Cost & Affordable Vet ClinicsGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary Dentistry
Humane Colorado, formerly the Dumb Friends League - Veterinary Hospital at CSU Spur
Services
Mobile & House-Call Vet, Emergency & Urgent Care Vet, Low-Cost & Affordable Vet Clinics
Reviews
1183

What recent reviews say

Most pet owners find this low-cost clinic delivers skilled care at a fraction of typical vet prices, with staff that stays calm during emergencies and surgical procedures. Appointment booking is tight and same-day slots vanish fast; front-desk communication occasionally falters, and quoted spay costs sometimes do not match the final bill.

Praised for
  • affordable pricing
  • caring, compassionate staff
  • surgical skill and outcomes
  • urgent care access at low cost
  • kind communication during stressful procedures
Watch-outs
  • poor appointment availability
  • front-desk communication gaps
  • price discrepancy from quoted cost
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Best for: Pet owners needing affordable urgent surgery or spay/neuter with minimal fuss.
Think twice if: Same-day appointment slots fill within minutes; call early. Check quoted spay fees in writing, as billed costs have exceeded initial quotes.

Strengths

  • urgent care at one quarter typical emergency vet price
  • skilled surgical team
  • compassionate handling during traumatic cases
  • quick in-and-out procedures

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Nguyen praised for compassion during mass-removal surgery
  • emergency enucleation surgery performed
  • same-day discharge after surgical procedures
  • clean facility noted in reviews

What reviews say by service

Low-Cost & Affordable Vet Clinics
Reviewers consistently praise affordability, with one urgent mass-removal surgery quoted at a quarter of typical emergency vet cost.
General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Wellness exams and preventative care described as quick and professional.
Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
Urgent care available at low cost; staff compassionate during traumatic cases, though appointment availability extremely tight.
Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics
Surgical outcomes praised (spays, neuters, mass removal, enucleation); same-day discharge and recovery going well.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental services offered; one reviewer reported poor phone communication when inquiring about scheduling.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.64 average across the 39 mobile & house-call vet businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 96% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 60
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
931
4
90
3
29
2
22
1
111

Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment?
Yes, but call at opening time (7 a.m.). Same-day slots fill within minutes and availability is limited.
How much does a spay cost?
Initial quotes cite around $80, but final bills have been significantly higher (one reported $260). Confirm the final cost in writing before the procedure.
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Last updated 2026-07-08