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The Neighborhood Vets

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 136 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(136) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
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The Neighborhood Vets
Services
General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
Reviews
136

What recent reviews say

Staff and vets treat every pet as their own, explain options thoroughly, and keep prices reasonable for quality care. Dr. Davies, Dr. Schroeder, and Dr. Engmark earn trust through calm handling of fearful animals and willingness to fit in urgent visits. One reviewer felt over-tested and under-treated for a gastro case, but most credit the practice's surgical skill, same-day availability, and low-stress approach as reasons their pets actually enjoy coming in.

Neighborhood Vets handles general wellness, dental work, surgical procedures (spays, ACL repairs), and urgent same-day care in a recently renovated South Denver clinic. Low Stress Handling certification, an all-female staff, and 40+ years in operation anchor a practice that feels like a trusted family vet, not a corporate chain.

Praised for
  • compassionate, skilled veterinarians
  • friendly, caring staff
  • clear communication and pricing transparency
  • gentle handling of anxious pets
  • same-day urgent care access
Watch-outs
  • expensive diagnostics without clear follow-up plan
  • diagnostic costs not matched to treatment outcomes
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Best for: Pet owners in Washington Park and South Denver seeking a neighborhood clinic with genuine relationships and calm handling of anxious pets.
Think twice if: If your pet presents with complex internal symptoms, confirm a treatment plan is in place before leaving; one reviewer felt diagnostic testing did not lead to clear guidance.

Strengths

  • Dr. Davies' skill with fearful and urgent cases
  • same-day availability for sick pets
  • laparoscopic and advanced surgical techniques
  • Low Stress Handling certified; pets remain calm and eager to return

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Davies: emergency and fearful-pet specialist; Low Stress Handling certified
  • Dr. Schroeder: geriatric dog care and knowledgeable treatment planning
  • Dr. Engmark: ongoing patient care
  • Staff member Shannon noted for urgent-care compassion and quick action
  • Laparoscopic-assisted spay with gastropexy offered
  • TPLO (canine ACL) surgery offered and monitored
  • Recent clinic renovation completed
  • All-female staff noted as aligning with community values

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Routine wellness and preventive care praised for thoroughness and pet comfort; pets return eagerly.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental services confirmed by website listing; no specific review content on dental outcomes.
Emergency & Urgent Care Vet
Same-day urgent care for allergic reactions and gastro cases; reviewers value immediate availability and compassionate triage.
Exotic & Avian Veterinary Care
Website lists Specialty Services; no review evidence of exotic or avian care provided.

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 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment if my pet gets sick?
Yes. Dr. Davies has fit in urgent cases even on fully booked days, and staff prioritize quick triage for pets showing signs of illness or allergic reactions.
Does the clinic handle surgical procedures like spays and ACL repairs?
Yes. They offer laparoscopic-assisted spays with gastropexy, TPLO (canine ACL) surgery, and post-operative monitoring. Recovery support and follow-up guidance are part of their surgical care.
Is the clinic good for anxious or fearful pets?
Yes. Dr. Davies holds Low Stress Handling certification, and multiple reviewers note their pets remain calm and eager to return, even for frequent visits.
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Last updated 2026-07-08