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South Platte Veterinary Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,137 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 226 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(226) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Mobile / House-Call VetGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary Pharmacy
South Platte Veterinary Hospital
Services
Mobile / House-Call Vet, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Pharmacy
Reviews
226

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently report feeling that their pets are in genuinely caring hands here. Staff greet you by name, call the next day to check on recovery, and take time with nervous animals rather than rushing through appointments. The doctors are known for honest second opinions that sometimes spare pets unnecessary surgery.

Dr. Graf, Dr. Wood, and Dr. Charlie earn repeated praise for their patience and knowledge. Receptionists like Amaya and Drake (a tech) go beyond standard care. Pricing is transparent and reasonable; owners report the practice helps find affordable pharmacy options and works within budgets without pushing unnecessary treatments.

Praised for
  • kind and compassionate staff
  • transparent pricing and no upselling
  • thorough diagnosis and second opinions
  • gentle handling of anxious pets
  • responsive to emergency and same-day needs
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Best for: Pet owners seeking honest second opinions, anxious or behaviorally difficult animals, and those who value follow-up communication.

Strengths

  • trusted second opinions that often avoid unnecessary surgery
  • staff stays calm with anxious and difficult animals
  • transparent about costs upfront, helps find affordable medications
  • open Saturdays and accommodates same-day appointments

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Graf, Dr. Wood, and Dr. Charlie named as vets
  • Drake and Amaya highlighted as exceptional staff members
  • Practice manager Sarah noted for transparency on financing
  • One dog with difficult behavior successfully examined without muzzle
  • Dogs' ACL surgery avoided after second opinion from Dr. Charlie
  • Cancer care support and gentle end-of-life care mentioned
  • Follow-up calls made after appointments
  • Saturday appointments available

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Routine exams and vaccinations praised as thorough and honest, with reasonable pricing.
Veterinary Pharmacy
Staff actively help find affordable medication options through multiple pharmacy sources.
Mobile / House-Call Vet
No explicit reviews mention house-call services; category appears claimed but not evidenced in review text.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.62 average across the 43 mobile / house-call vet businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 85
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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9

Common questions

Are you open on weekends?
Yes. One reviewer mentions getting a Saturday appointment on short notice, and another notes Dr. Graf called with lab results on a Saturday.
Do you offer same-day or urgent appointments?
Yes. Reviewers report booking urgent appointments within hours for bleeding and injury, and the practice accommodates day-of requests.
Do you offer second opinions?
Yes, and reviewers highlight that second opinions sometimes lead to different, less invasive treatment plans than other vets recommend.

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Last updated 2026-07-09