How much do dental cleanings cost here?

One recent patient paid under $400 for a cleaning with no extractions or bloodwork. Other Denver vets quoted $1500 for comparable cases.

Does Dr. Summar treat exotic pets like rabbits and guinea pigs?

Yes. Reviewers describe him as skilled with rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes, and bunnies, and patients report returning to him even after moving away.

Can I get advice without bringing my pet in?

Staff have provided treatment advice and recommendations via email, helping reduce unnecessary visits.

Valley Veterinary Hospital Denver

Updated 2026-07-08 · 946 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 329 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(329) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Mobile & House-Call VetGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareFear-Free / Low-Stress HandlingEmergency & Urgent Care VetExotic & Avian Veterinary CareVeterinary Dentistry

Services: Mobile & House-Call Vet, General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Fear-Free / Low-Stress Handling
Reviews: 329

What recent reviews say

Most patients drive significant distances to see Dr. Summar and his team, drawn by genuine compassion for animals paired with costs roughly half what competing vets charge. The practice excels at dental surgery, exotic pet care, and emergency procedures, communicates transparently without over-recommending tests, and handles anxious or special-needs pets with patience. Two older negative reviews describe a missed diagnosis and a controversial surgical recommendation, though these are exceptions in a 95% five-star review profile. The main caveat is admission availability-the practice sometimes turns away new patients even when walk-in distance to the clinic.

Praised for

compassionate and patient staff
knowledgeable and caring vets (Dr. Summar noted)
significantly lower pricing than competitors
handles exotic pets (rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes, bunnies)
skilled dental and surgical care
transparent communication and realistic recommendations

Watch-outs

sometimes refuses new patients despite available capacity
one historical misdiagnosis of serious illness
one recommendation for amputation that the customer disputes

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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable, compassionate care for exotic animals or surgical needs.

Think twice if: The practice sometimes closes to new patients without explaining the window for acceptance, causing frustration among nearby residents.

Strengths

Pricing consistently 50-75% below other Denver vets
Dr. Summar skilled with exotic animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes)
Handles emergency surgery same-day with transparent communication
Knowledgeable enough to give advice via email, avoiding unnecessary visits

Worth knowing

Dr. Summar (named veterinarian) recognized for exotic pet expertise and end-of-life care
Dental cleaning quoted at under $400 compared to competitor quote of $1500 for a similar patient
Emergency surgical procedures performed same-day with transparent pre- and post-op communication
Staff provide helpful advice and treatment guidance via email to reduce unnecessary visits

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care: Praised for wellness care, knowledgeable staff, honest recommendations
Veterinary Dentistry: Dental surgery and cleanings cost half or less what other Denver vets charge; skilled at complex cases
Exotic & Avian Veterinary Care: Dr. Summar highly valued for rabbit, guinea pig, and bunny care; compassionate through end-of-life
Emergency & Urgent Care Vet: Performs urgent procedures same-day with clear communication; patients report willingness to help after-hours
Fear-Free / Low-Stress Handling: Staff consistently described as patient with anxious and special-needs pets; non-patronizing communication
Veterinary Surgery & Orthopedics: Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery handled with transparent reasoning; avoids over-recommending procedures

How it compares

Rated 4.8 against a 4.59 average across the 100 emergency & urgent care vet businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 56% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 86

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 69

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

312

Common questions

How much do dental cleanings cost here?: One recent patient paid under $400 for a cleaning with no extractions or bloodwork. Other Denver vets quoted $1500 for comparable cases.
Does Dr. Summar treat exotic pets like rabbits and guinea pigs?: Yes. Reviewers describe him as skilled with rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes, and bunnies, and patients report returning to him even after moving away.
Can I get advice without bringing my pet in?: Staff have provided treatment advice and recommendations via email, helping reduce unnecessary visits.

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