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GoodVets Highlands

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,137 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 54 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(54) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryVeterinary PharmacyVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian VetSpecialty & Referral Care
GoodVets Highlands
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Veterinary Pharmacy
Reviews
54

What recent reviews say

Most visits are smooth and unhurried, with staff who listen closely and explain care steps before acting. Cats and anxious dogs report calmer visits here than elsewhere; follow-up calls after treatment are routine. A small set of owners report being ignored when they give specific instructions (one elderly cat's nails clipped against request), and a few found exam times short relative to wait and charged prices steep for routine work.

Dr. Devin and tech Lizz are named as standouts. The clinic catches same-day urgencies from across Aurora. Pricing sits at the higher end for Denver vets, though some reviewers call it fair; heartworm tests and nail trims drew specific complaints about cost.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient staff
  • clear communication and explanations
  • handles anxious and reactive pets well
  • quick appointments and responsive follow-up
  • fair and transparent pricing
Watch-outs
  • ignores specific owner instructions
  • rushed exams despite wait times
  • overpriced services (nails, heartworm tests)
  • incomplete physical exams
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Best for: Owners of anxious or reactive dogs and cats who value clear communication and careful handling.
Think twice if: They do not always follow specific instructions about pet care (nail trimming, handling) and exam time can feel rushed despite waits.

Strengths

  • Same-day urgent appointments from surrounding areas
  • Staff consistently calm with anxious and reactive pets
  • Attentive listening and clear explanations before treatment
  • Follow-up calls after treatment

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Devin provides detailed health explanations
  • Tech Lizz praised for handling
  • Same-day urgencies accommodated from Aurora
  • Follow-up calls to check on pets after treatment
  • Assist with pet insurance sign-up at intake

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Detailed exams with clear explanations, but some felt rushed despite waits.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Quick same-day appointments and responsive follow-up care praised.
Veterinary Dentistry
Nail trimming criticized for ignoring owner's specific instructions about elderly cat's needs.
Fear-Free / Low-Stress Handling
Anxious and reactive pets consistently report calm visits; staff noted as understanding and patient.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.61 average across the 101 veterinary pharmacy businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 69
Review volume 76
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment if I'm not local?
Yes. Reviewers from Aurora reported same-day urgent appointments at this Highlands location.
Do they follow specific requests about nail care or handling?
Not always. One owner reported their elderly cat's nails were trimmed against explicit instructions, causing mobility issues.
Will staff explain treatment and pricing before proceeding?
Typically yes. Most reviewers praised clear communication, though some found pricing for routine services (heartworm tests, nails) steep.
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Last updated 2026-07-09