Is the cleaning done without anesthesia?

Yes, K-9 Smiles performs non-anesthesia dental cleaning. Dogs are positioned on their backs during the procedure.

What does the cleaning cost?

Dental cleaning is $295 for dogs and cats. Early bookings in February qualify for discounted pricing if you contact the office.

Can they detect gum disease or tooth damage?

A veterinarian performs a pre-cleaning exam. However, they cannot take radiographs without anesthesia, so deep gum disease below the surface cannot be assessed or treated by this service alone.

K-9 Smiles

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 139 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(139) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices

Veterinary Dentistry

Service: Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews: 139

What recent reviews say

Happy owners report sparkling teeth and fresh breath after cleaning, appreciating the no-anesthesia approach and reasonable cost compared to clinic procedures. Staff vary widely: veterinarians and techs are consistently praised as gentle and thorough, but front desk interactions occasionally feel curt or dismissive, and some reviewers question whether surface-level cleaning without radiographs or anesthesia truly protects dental health long-term.

Recent shift: No clear recent shift; positive reviews and critical concerns have both appeared consistently over the past year.

Praised for

anesthesia-free alternative
visible results (clean/sparkling teeth)
friendly and professional staff
reasonable price vs. clinic dental work
gentle handling of anxious dogs

Watch-outs

unprofessional front desk staff
limited facility (back storage room)
one-price-fits-all model regardless of dog size
cannot assess deep gum disease without anesthesia

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Best for: Dog owners seeking affordable dental cleaning without anesthesia for otherwise healthy dogs with mild to moderate buildup.

Think twice if: Owners with dogs needing deep gum disease assessment, radiographs, or extractions should prioritize anesthesia-based clinic care; be prepared for variable front-desk courtesy.

Strengths

Avoids general anesthesia risks
Significantly cheaper than traditional vet clinic dental procedures
Mobile service to multiple Colorado locations
Pre-cleaning veterinary exam and triage

Worth knowing

Dr. Kaci, Dr. Tracy Oakes, and Tina mentioned by name
Senior technician Tori praised for tartar removal results
Service uses mobile/partner facility model (reviewed as back storage room at Wag n Wash location)
Before/after pictures provided to clients
Discounted pricing available when booked early (February mentioned)

What reviews say by service

Veterinary Dentistry: Strong visual results and anesthesia-free method appeal, but critics argue surface cleaning does not detect or prevent deep periodontal disease without radiographs.

How it compares

Rated 4.6 against a 4.6 average across the 115 veterinary dentistry businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 39% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 74

Review volume 93

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 64

Profile completeness 75

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

120

Common questions

Is the cleaning done without anesthesia?: Yes, K-9 Smiles performs non-anesthesia dental cleaning. Dogs are positioned on their backs during the procedure.
What does the cleaning cost?: Dental cleaning is $295 for dogs and cats. Early bookings in February qualify for discounted pricing if you contact the office.
Can they detect gum disease or tooth damage?: A veterinarian performs a pre-cleaning exam. However, they cannot take radiographs without anesthesia, so deep gum disease below the surface cannot be assessed or treated by this service alone.

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