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Cherrelyn Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,137 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 513 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(513) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Specialty & Referral CareVeterinary SurgeryGeneral Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent CareVeterinary PharmacyExotic & Avian Vet
Cherrelyn Animal Hospital
Services
Specialty & Referral Care, Veterinary Surgery, General Veterinary Care
Reviews
513

What recent reviews say

Staff consistently treat nervous, large, and reactive dogs with patience and warmth, getting them comfortable quickly. Appointment slots open within days; reviewers praise fair pricing and doctors who listen and explain options rather than push surgery. Dr. Jerry and Dr. Waznik are named for tailored care, and one recent complaint alleges refusal to examine an animal warrants caution.

The hospital operates across Englewood, Denver, and surrounding areas. Their website claims over 65 years in practice and services ranging from routine checkups to surgery and home visits. Five-star patterns are strong across routine and emergency visits alike, though the one low rating should be investigated before committing.

Praised for
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • kind, compassionate care
  • quick appointments available
  • thorough, informative doctors
  • safe hands for nervous pets
Watch-outs
  • turned away at door without examination
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Best for: Pet owners with nervous, large, or reactive dogs; those seeking thorough explanation and conservative care options.
Think twice if: One recent reviewer claimed staff refused to examine their dog without stated reason; worth clarifying their triage or walk-in policy.

Strengths

  • Appointment availability within days
  • doctors explain options and listen to concerns
  • staff skilled with nervous and large dogs
  • named veterinarians (Dr. Jerry, Dr. Waznik) with multi-year relationships

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Jerry noted for conservative ACL tear protocol (vitamins and prescription trial before X-rays or surgery)
  • Dr. Waznik praised for 4-year relationship with reactive dog
  • Staff described as quick to cool overheated boxer and calm nervous large dogs
  • Typical visit duration under 30 minutes

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Routine checkups praised for thoroughness, friendly handling, and fair pricing
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day urgent access confirmed; one reviewer had cat seen for emergency with confidence in care
Veterinary Surgery
Dr. Jerry offers conservative surgical consultation, explores alternatives before recommending procedures
Exotic & Avian Vet
Listed as offered but no review evidence provided

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.54 average across the 108 specialty & referral care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 73% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 61
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
410
4
32
3
13
2
7
1
51

Common questions

How quickly can I get an appointment?
Reviewers report appointment availability usually within a few days, and same-day urgent visits are available.
Do they handle nervous or large dogs?
Yes. Multiple reviewers note staff are patient and skilled with anxious and large-breed dogs, getting them calm and comfortable quickly.
Does the hospital offer home visits?
Their website lists pet home visits as a service, though review evidence does not detail this specific offering.
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Last updated 2026-07-09