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West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,137 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 436 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(436) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary PharmacyGeneral Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian VetSpecialty & Referral Care
West Denver Veterinary Hospital & Wellness
Services
Veterinary Pharmacy, General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
436

What recent reviews say

Dr. Tim and Dr. Jennifer Menning draw consistent praise for careful listening and unhurried care; staff including Ashley and Alesandra are noted for genuine kindness during emergencies and routine visits. Two negative reviews center on pricing disagreement (one customer quoted $1,000 for basic vaccines elsewhere quoted at $180) and a front desk interaction, though the business contests the pricing claim.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and patient vets
  • skilled emergency response
  • staff goes above and beyond
  • Fear-Free handling reduces pet stress
Watch-outs
  • pricing disputes and transparency
  • front desk conflicts
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious or fearful dogs seeking unhurried, detailed care.
Think twice if: Pricing may vary significantly from other local clinics; one dispute arose over a $1,000 quote that customer found elsewhere for $180.

Strengths

  • Fear-Free certified staff reduces anxiety in fearful pets
  • Dr. Tim and Dr. Menning known for thorough explanation and no-rush approach
  • quick emergency availability with same-day slots

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Tim and Dr. Jennifer Menning named as highly praised vets
  • Ashley and Alesandra noted as exceptional staff members
  • Fear-Free training mentioned explicitly by reviewers as differentiating factor
  • staff pursued alternative solutions to help customer whose son was hospitalized, offered full refund
  • emergency availability within hours even for non-existing patients

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Annual exams and vaccinations praised for thoroughness and friendly approach.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day availability for urgent cases (bleeding, vomiting) with calm, detailed explanation.
Fear-Free / Low-Stress Handling
Fear-Free training explicitly mentioned as reducing stress in anxious dogs compared to other clinics.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.61 average across the 101 veterinary pharmacy businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 66% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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6
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7
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15
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Common questions

Do you use Fear-Free handling?
Yes. Staff mention Fear-Free training, which reviewers found reduced stress in anxious pets compared to traditional restraint methods.
Can I get same-day or next-day urgent care?
Reviewers report availability within hours for emergencies, even for new patients. One customer was seen right before closing.
What do vaccinations and routine bloodwork cost?
Pricing is disputed in reviews. One customer was quoted $1,000 for vaccinations and heart worm test; they found the same services quoted at $180 elsewhere in Wheat Ridge.
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Last updated 2026-07-09