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Second Chances Veterinary Care

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,137 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 411 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(411) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Mobile / House-Call VetVeterinary DentistryGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary Pharmacy
Second Chances Veterinary Care
Services
Mobile / House-Call Vet, Veterinary Dentistry, General Veterinary Care
Reviews
411

What recent reviews say

Most appointments go smoothly. Reviewers consistently praise the team's warmth and the affordable pricing, especially for dental work and surgery. Many note that costs were lower than other vets, which made necessary care possible. The clinic handled euthanasia with particular gentleness.

However, some recent patients hit surprise charges at checkout or felt the vet dismissed their diagnostic requests. A few noted meeting only technicians, not the veterinarian, on initial visits. Staff also failed to disclose full costs when called ahead to ask. These gaps in transparency and communication are the friction points.

Praised for
  • affordable compared to alternatives
  • kind and compassionate staff
  • professional and knowledgeable vets
  • dental care outcomes and cleanliness
  • gentle end-of-life care
Watch-outs
  • hidden fees not disclosed upfront
  • vets reluctant to order requested diagnostics
  • lack of vet-patient interaction on first visit
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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable surgical and dental care, especially those on tight budgets.
Think twice if: You expect all costs disclosed upfront and vet-led diagnostics without negotiation of testing scope.

Strengths

  • more affordable than many standard vet clinics
  • same-day or quick appointments for urgent needs
  • experienced dental surgery team
  • compassionate end-of-life care

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Mausbach named as veterinarian
  • Dental cleaning followed by extractions and gum care noted as effective
  • Same-day or next-day appointments for euthanasia recorded
  • Staff photo updates mentioned in one positive review about communication
  • Patients report quick scheduling for new appointments

What reviews say by service

Veterinary Dentistry
Strong praise for cleanliness and extractions; results valued enough to offset price concerns.
Veterinary Surgery
Spay/neuter and soft tissue work approved; patients report quick recovery.
General Veterinary Care
Vaccine and routine care viewed positively for affordability; diagnostics sometimes disputed by patients.
Mobile / House-Call Vet
Limited review evidence; website claims service across metro area and to Colorado Springs.
Veterinary Pharmacy
Prescription fees ($17) charged for paper prescriptions to fill elsewhere; criticized in recent review.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.62 average across the 43 mobile / house-call vet businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 64% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
337
4
31
3
8
2
6
1
29

Common questions

Do they see emergency cases the same day?
One reviewer reported being seen within a couple of hours for end-of-life care. Quick scheduling for new appointments is mentioned in reviews.
What is the cost of dental cleaning?
Cats start at $399, dogs under 30 lbs start at $549, and dogs over 30 lbs start at $649, according to their website.
Will I meet the veterinarian on my first visit?
One reviewer noted meeting only technicians, not the vet, on a first visit. Another reported a great experience with appointments scheduled quickly but without in-person vet contact. Consistency is unclear.
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Last updated 2026-07-09