Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital
Wheat Ridge, Colorado
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For dogs, cats and people, Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is a very special place. This is why.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is vibrant and alive with the energy of people who are renowned in their respective fields. Our general practitioners work together with our board-certified specialists to ensure that your pet receives the most advanced care available. Our support staff is a fundamental part of our team consisting of certified veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, receptionists, and management personnel with extensive experience in veterinary health care services.
Carefully designed, our facility allows our team to work efficiently, while the animals enjoy the highest level of comfort and care. We are proud to feature an impressive array of the latest technology and equipment including a helical spiral CT scanner and digital radiology.
American Animal Hospital Association accreditation validates that a veterinary practice is meeting the highest standards in the profession. In addition to the general American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation held since 1963, we recently became one of the first hospitals in the United States to be accredited through the new AAHA Referral Standards.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is vibrant and alive with the energy of people who are renowned in their respective fields. Our general practitioners work together with our board-certified specialists to ensure that your pet receives the most advanced care available. Our support staff is a fundamental part of our team consisting of certified veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, receptionists, and management personnel with extensive experience in veterinary health care services.
Carefully designed, our facility allows our team to work efficiently, while the animals enjoy the highest level of comfort and care. We are proud to feature an impressive array of the latest technology and equipment including a helical spiral CT scanner and digital radiology.
American Animal Hospital Association accreditation validates that a veterinary practice is meeting the highest standards in the profession. In addition to the general American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation held since 1963, we recently became one of the first hospitals in the United States to be accredited through the new AAHA Referral Standards.
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Bill Cicero
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Reviews
Siobhan Zender
7 Feb 2022
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Do not bring your pet here if the situation is urgent. They will down play the seriousness of your pet's distress and leave you to wait 90 minutes. No one even put their eyes on our critically ill sen...
Do not bring your pet here if the situation is urgent. They will down play the seriousness of your pet's distress and leave you to wait 90 minutes. No one even put their eyes on our critically ill senior cat during that 90 minutes. My family thought we would be euthanizing our beloved cat, and despite the fact that we were all crying and very emotional, they did not offer a private space for us. They just let us sit in our sadness while our precious pet was in distress. Please go to Animal Urgent Care in Arvada. They will treat your pet with love and respect.
Sandra
26 Dec 2020
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If I had to rate this clinic, it would be a negative 8000, which is the amount of the quote I was given by them for an 8 year old dog that needed a blood transfusion for IMHA anemia which was recommen...
If I had to rate this clinic, it would be a negative 8000, which is the amount of the quote I was given by them for an 8 year old dog that needed a blood transfusion for IMHA anemia which was recommended by my vet.
When I arrived at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital, the dog was very sick and had no symptoms of a stroke, no loss of body movement or rapid eye movement.
I gave them all the records my vet had sent with me, which I am not sure if they reviewed or not since I was not allowed to enter the building, over the phone (the individual on the phone was very rude) they told me the transfusion would be $8000 and that would include numerous tests that had already been done.
I explained I am on a fixed income, they then offered the "$1500" treatment plan which I agreed to.
It would to take 3 to 4 hrs to complete, I left my dog there at 11am and returned home. Around 4pm they finally called and said I could pick her up around 5, and told me at that time “DURING the procedure she had a stroke.”
When they brought her to me after the transfusion, she moved her little head like a bobble head toy and had the rapid eye movement. I said to the tech, “I did not bring her in here in this condition.”, and her remark to me was, "Well, this is how she is now."
How can they be so callused!
Got her home at approx 5:45pm and she had no control of her body movements or awareness of her surroundings, at 7:20 she passed.
My son called the hospital shortly after her passing and asked what happened while she was at their facility, he was told that I had refused treatment, which I didn’t, I declined the additional testing they suggested.
The doctor then explained to my son that "Once we advise you of the treatment options initially, we will not tell you again.” In other words, regardless if they see the condition of the animal has changed and additional treatment should be considered, they will NOT contact you to advise you of the situation, because they told you ONCE already what the treatment options were.
Once AGAIN, THEY WILL NOT CONTACT YOU to explain conditional changes while in their care.
The doctor went on to tell my son that PRIOR to the transfusion, she had a minor stroke, however during the discharge it was explained that DURING the procedure she had the stroke. That is a conflict of stories, what really happened while my dog was in their facility.
Again, why DID THEY NOT CALL to inform me of this situation at the time the stroke occurred, whenever that actually was. Nope, it is a once and done approach, we told you once, we will not tell you again.
My son also asked if I had chosen to do the $8000 procedure would the dog had survived....”NO” was the response. They would have been ever so happy to collect the $8000 knowing full well that she would probably not survive, and they still charged me nearly $1400 and sent home meds that she would never need anyway. Again, the individual who brought her out said "This is the way she is now"....Have a good day.
Bottom line, it was all about the $$ and how much they could charge and get away with. My little baby did not deserve this, and I hope to God that no other pet is taken to that facility for any kind of treatment, they absolutely do not care or even consider that this is a member of your family.
In my heart, I will always believe they did something causing her demise rather than helping her like vets are morally responsible to do, you should feel confident and trust in them that as trained professionals, they will do their very best to care for your pet. Do NOT TRUST these people.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital does not do their very best to care for your pet, they do their very best to take you for as much money as they possibly can and through it all, maybe, just maybe your pet will survive. Nothing about this experience makes me feel these people actually care about the care given to your pet.
DO NOT TAKE YOUR PET TO THIS ESTABLISHMENT!
Response from Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital
28 Dec 2020
We’re sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved dog Midori. We are all pet owners here and understand the deep bond and feelings of grief when they inevitably leave us.
Upon reading through what you have written below, there are clearly a lot of areas where perhaps we did not well enough communicate during your experience so we would like to attempt to add some clarity.
Midori was suffering from IMHA, a very challenging disease with resulting effects such as stroke which commonly present rapidly and without warning. She was assessed by one of our Criticalists who determined that the best possible course of action for her was to be hospitalized. The $8000 estimate you are referencing is not the cost of a blood transfusion, but rather the highest possible expected cost for 24-7 nursing care over multiple days along with ultrasound, still x-ray imaging, blood work for monitoring while in the hospital, cardiac telemetry, and multiple units of blood product with the assumption that she may need more than one transfusion. We possess the capability to provide all of this if/when needed and present this recommendation to all owners so that they can make the best decision regarding level of care. Every circumstance is different and every clinical care decision unique.
We apologize if this all was not made clear and hope that this follow-on explanation helps at least a little. If you would like to speak to one of our hospital service managers further about anything related to Midori’s care or your experience we would be happy to provide that opportunity.
sasha myers
17 Jul 2018
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We absolutely love this place! They have accommodated us and our very excited puppy every single time! We always leave here feeling so thankful and feel that our Obi has received top of the line care!...
We absolutely love this place! They have accommodated us and our very excited puppy every single time! We always leave here feeling so thankful and feel that our Obi has received top of the line care! They really treat us like family! Thanks Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital!
Anna D
8 Jul 2018
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I actually found this place during a panicked search for a vet nearby by house when my dog had suddenly become very ill. I’m so very happy I found this place. Since our emergency visit I have visited ...
I actually found this place during a panicked search for a vet nearby by house when my dog had suddenly become very ill. I’m so very happy I found this place. Since our emergency visit I have visited the normal veterinarian clinic and everyone I came into contact there was incredibly kind and helpful. The doctors I saw both visits were very upfront about treatments and pricing which I appreciate it a lot. Overall a great vet!
Cindy Baggish
12 Jun 2018
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Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is second to none. The quality of care my pup, Ripley, gets there is wonderful. I love that all the specialists are under one roof and, if ever I have a question, they ar...
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is second to none. The quality of care my pup, Ripley, gets there is wonderful. I love that all the specialists are under one roof and, if ever I have a question, they are available 24/7. I wouldn't take my pet anywhere else.
Mark Polesovsky
12 Jun 2018
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Always very compassionate and a great mix of specialists to work with. Don't be afraid to ask questions, they will listen and work with you on best treatments.Maybe not the least expensive, but we hav...
Always very compassionate and a great mix of specialists to work with. Don't be afraid to ask questions, they will listen and work with you on best treatments.Maybe not the least expensive, but we have had positive experiences & our (almost) 15 year old grey hound is still going strong.
Elisa Corry
30 May 2018
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I took my dog in at 4:30am. We were welcomed and saw a doctor quickly. They were extremely professional, personable, and kind as we prepared to say goodbye. They gave us all our options and gave us a ...
I took my dog in at 4:30am. We were welcomed and saw a doctor quickly. They were extremely professional, personable, and kind as we prepared to say goodbye. They gave us all our options and gave us a warm, welcoming space to spend our last new moments with Kiwi. The euthanasia process was quick and kind. I honestly couldn’t have ask for a better situation for the hardest day of our lives. We are extremely grateful to the staff who treated us so well during the middle of the night during the darkest day.... They even sent a sympathy card a few days later.
Thank you so much. We will certainly be back in the future for our veterinary needs with our other pets.
Michael Edie
26 May 2018
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Fantastic state of the art facility with amazing staff that was caring and concerned about my fur babies . Diagnoses was quick and helpful and Brook was a great doctor with good bed side manor. Thank ...
Fantastic state of the art facility with amazing staff that was caring and concerned about my fur babies . Diagnoses was quick and helpful and Brook was a great doctor with good bed side manor. Thank you everyone, I hope I won't need your assistance in the future but if I do my worries will be at ease
leisa grant
31 Mar 2018
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They have a highly professional staff. Friendly on the phone. Friendly in person. Clean place. Consistently pleasant across every person I interacted with from initial call, check-in, vet tech, DVM, c...
They have a highly professional staff. Friendly on the phone. Friendly in person. Clean place. Consistently pleasant across every person I interacted with from initial call, check-in, vet tech, DVM, checkout and pharmacy... Even their other human and dog clients were awesome while I was there. I brought my Boston Terrier "kid" in for some red bumps on his tummy and paw. Frank is doing well now and we were in and out pretty quickly, but no part of the process was rushed in haste. First visit! Won't be my last, but hopefully my last E.R. visit.
Bruce Wilson
20 Mar 2018
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Always get top notch service and care at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. Their prices are on the high side, but as I said before, you get quality care. And, their emergency department is far and away one...
Always get top notch service and care at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. Their prices are on the high side, but as I said before, you get quality care. And, their emergency department is far and away one of the best in the area.
If you live on the west side of the metro area, and have an emergency need, they're unsurpassed in my book.
Leigh MacDonald
24 Feb 2018
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This place is something special! The facilities are very clean and modern; the front desk staff friendly and helpful, and the care staff on time, thorough, and kind. You can really tell that the care ...
This place is something special! The facilities are very clean and modern; the front desk staff friendly and helpful, and the care staff on time, thorough, and kind. You can really tell that the care staff loves animals and is going to take great care of your furry family member! We took our two cats in for an annual wellness exam and vaccinations. Not only was the wellness exam super thorough, but the vaccinations seemed painless for our pets and we came away with several ideas on how to keep their health top notch. Thank you, Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital! You have earned lifelong clients!
Arman Lorz
24 Jan 2018
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The facilities are brand new and have the latest technology equipment for veterinarian care. The staff is friendly, the veterinarians are knowledgeable and caring, the ER is open 24/7 and our pets hav...
The facilities are brand new and have the latest technology equipment for veterinarian care. The staff is friendly, the veterinarians are knowledgeable and caring, the ER is open 24/7 and our pets have received the same care and understanding as when we have gone during regular business hours. They all share electronic records, so we don’t have to repeat ourselves over and over during any visit.
My two miniature schnauzers have brought so much joy to my life and became the kids I have never had, so I would give them the best. Last year Rocky was diagnosed with diabetes and referred here to a specialist. Dr. Wise has been patient and understanding. She has provided specialized attention to the needs of our Rocky and been able to stabilize his glucose levels quickly. She also went one step forward and consulted with the ophthalmologist; Dr. Gearheardt - right then to help Rocky gain his sight back. We are working on it, but I trust their expertise, the care, and attention they have given to my beloved Rocky.
I have recommended this facility and its services to all my pet-loving friends.
Matthew Brown
18 Jan 2018
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This is a special facility which we were referred to by another great facility in the Wadsworth Animal Hospital. Our little guy turned out to have a cancer in the brain and his ability to do anything ...
This is a special facility which we were referred to by another great facility in the Wadsworth Animal Hospital. Our little guy turned out to have a cancer in the brain and his ability to do anything depreciated very quickly. The neurologist was fantastic and the team were very sympathetic to our feelings and the health of our fury friend. When we had to make the decision to put him down these guys were so good. There is a room set aside to spend private time and say your goodbyes, the staff explained everything, and everyone was very caring. If that decision to say goodbye is approaching, then please consider this facility to help you through the process, you will not be disappointed. Highly recommended. Thanks to the team here for looking after our pal Dylan!
Alaura C.
14 Aug 2017
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This post is past due but I just wanted to give Dr. David Israel a shout out for being so sweet and HANDS ON with my gigantic great dane Henry last month. As most Dane owners know, they are timid/anxi...
This post is past due but I just wanted to give Dr. David Israel a shout out for being so sweet and HANDS ON with my gigantic great dane Henry last month. As most Dane owners know, they are timid/anxious dogs. I have found it EXTREMELY difficult to find a veterinarian who really takes the time to do a thorough exam while attempting to make him comfortable during the visit. Honestly, most vets seem irritated and inconvenienced by his nervousness so they don't even try. He's not aggressive or violent, he just hides and shakes. I've literally been told that I should just get a primary vet that visits my home. Anyways, thank you Dr. Israel! I loved how comfortable you were with Henry and how much you really seemed to care. I was keeping my cool during the visit but was definitely nervous and scared about my poor baby. You were great and he is 100% recovered!
Rebecca W.
19 Jul 2017
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I started taking my cat here since I wasn't getting straight answers from another vet. I made an appt with Dr Finke and she hit the nail on the head for her diagnosis almost immediately... kidney dise...
I started taking my cat here since I wasn't getting straight answers from another vet. I made an appt with Dr Finke and she hit the nail on the head for her diagnosis almost immediately... kidney disease. I followed her instructions to the letter...VERY KEY (most ppl don't). I literally owe the last years of my cat's life to her! And the staff was always SO sweet every time I would come in for her special food. They'd always have a vested interest in how my kitty was and knew me (us) by name. But my cat did get old, and on her last day, Dr. Finke sat on the floor with me as we prepared for my cat's last breaths. Until the very end, she was honest, patient, and by far the most compassionate human being I've ever met. Nothing could make that day "easier" by any means, but her utmost compassion for me and my cat that day was something I'll never forget.Two days later, I showed up to the clinic having adopted a 7 wk old puppy. Everyone in that office laughed...and cried with me. They were like family...we all went through the circle life and death together. That's not easy to find!People who have complained about this place in it for the money...If you honestly think that, don't ever get a pet if you're always looking for a discount. Sure they weren't the cheapest around, but their care, experience and 100% devotion to animal health makes them worth every penny. (Of course, you need to listen to them because they truly do know best!) After 3+ yrs managing a sick pet, I never once felt like I was taken for a ride. I owe many, MANY happy years to Dr. Finke and the staff here, and quite frankly, that is PRICELESS! And if I didn't live in CA now, I'd see them in a minute.
M Sitzman
29 May 2017
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Only interested in one thing & that isn't your pets health, it's your wallet! In October of 2015 I took my cat here as an emergency because he hadn't been acting like himself for a couple days & then ...
Only interested in one thing & that isn't your pets health, it's your wallet! In October of 2015 I took my cat here as an emergency because he hadn't been acting like himself for a couple days & then suddenly refused to eat. After some tests my husband and I were told that he was in kidney failure. They gave us two options; hospitalize him at just $1500.00/day to receive fluids and see if he showed any improvement or put him to sleep. The vet also implied that my cat could end up having to stay for a week, maybe longer. Not wanting him to die alone and not being able to afford that kind of veterinary bill, we made one of the hardest decisions ever and said goodbye. Not knowing any better, I would've praised this vet hospital back then. However, after learning of other people having cats in kidney failure and hearing stories of their vets educating them on how to administer fluids themselves, at their own homes and their cats living longer because of it, I'm left with chronic guilt that I made the wrong decision taking my cat to a vet that puts profits before the lives of the pets they treat. If they had actually been concerned for my cats life, they would've given me three options that day and my cat might possibly still be here playing, just like he had been only days before putting him to sleep. Fact is, they did not tell me all of my options. They only told me the ones that would benefit their bottom line the most. $1500/day for fluids! Which are essentially sterile bags of water, salt and/or sugar. If you want your pets life to actually be your vets #1 priority, I highly recommend you go elsewhere. I wish I had.
Dee Wilson
26 May 2017
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I can't say enough. I had an appointment the next afternoon to lose my beautiful Antigone with my dear Vet. Tig told me she was ready to go a little earlier than that. My sister took me and my baby h...
I can't say enough. I had an appointment the next afternoon to lose my beautiful Antigone with my dear Vet. Tig told me she was ready to go a little earlier than that. My sister took me and my baby here. The sweet young lady at the desk who helped with the paperwork, the Vet tech and the Vet were so kind, so caring. I can't tell you how much care they took in a heartbreaking situation. I can't imagine them treating any pet and pet parent with any less care.
Danielle Glover
2 May 2017
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We unfortunately had to visit the Emergency room and our pupper had a 6 day stay in the ICU. The staff was amazing. The care that our dog had was just fantastic and they level of detail to which each ...
We unfortunately had to visit the Emergency room and our pupper had a 6 day stay in the ICU. The staff was amazing. The care that our dog had was just fantastic and they level of detail to which each staff member know our dog's case was very reassuring. Yes, it was very expensive as are most emergency and ICU cases. The fact that they had a blood bank was literally a life saver for our dog. (if your dog is eligible to donate blood, please do. It allowed us to save our dog and have many more good memories). Highly recommend for critical care cases.
Janice Bowen - CDOT
18 Apr 2017
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I had been searching for a vet for a while when an emergency brought me to WRAH. I was so impressed with the staff and the care my animal received that I decided this was the home for my animals. I ...
I had been searching for a vet for a while when an emergency brought me to WRAH. I was so impressed with the staff and the care my animal received that I decided this was the home for my animals. I LOVE the staff and the way they treat people and pets. The techs and vets are caring and kind. One of my favorite things is that they don't throw antibiotics at issues that don't necessarily need them. Finding causes rather than covering them up seems to be where they are at. I just think this is the best veterinarian hospital in the Denver area.
Whitney Betlej
18 Apr 2017
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We've been taking both our dogs here for about 2 years. The new state-of-the-art facility is absolutely amazing. Every vet tech or vet we've seen has been incredibly nice and gives us options for trea...
We've been taking both our dogs here for about 2 years. The new state-of-the-art facility is absolutely amazing. Every vet tech or vet we've seen has been incredibly nice and gives us options for treatment that are best for our specific dogs. Sometimes it's a little crowded but the new facility will give them more room to grow. I recommend them from routine care to emergency services.
Kylee Josara Schafer-Gomez
17 Feb 2017
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Wheatridge Animal Hospital handled my cats case with so much kindness and care. After a dental cleaning which resulted in my cat having to have 5 teeth pulled, Junior became very ill. He quit eating, ...
Wheatridge Animal Hospital handled my cats case with so much kindness and care. After a dental cleaning which resulted in my cat having to have 5 teeth pulled, Junior became very ill. He quit eating, quit drinking, and looked to be struggling to breathe normally. I scheduled him an appointment with his regular vet (not Wheatridge Animal Hospital) and they discovered that his lungs and abdomen had filled with fluid and sent us over to Wheatridge Animal Hospital. Dr. Stacy Meola handled his case, laid out a diagnosis and treatment plan, and was very honest with me about his condition. After providing us with an estimate for treatment, I gave her the go ahead to drain the fluid from his lungs. Unfortunately Juniors condition did not improve and he actually deteriorated rather quickly. After another chat with Dr. Meola, my husband and I had to make the very difficult decision to humanely euthanize. When we brought Junior in the next day, the staff was so very kind. When we told them what we were there for they immediately found us a room. We were allowed to pay from our room, and they were so respectful and kind during the entire process. They allowed us as much time as possible with our little guy before and after the process, and we were allowed to leave through a side door which I thought was great because I didn't necessarily want to walk through the lobby crying. While they may be expensive for some (definitely aren't the most expensive) I have learned from this that it may be worth it to have board certified specialists caring for my fur children. I still do not know what happened to my Junior, but he was a perfectly normal and healthy cat before his dental procedure he had through a low cost vet. While Wheatridge Animal Hospital may not have been able to save Junior, they demonstrated the kind of excellence and care that I expect from the people who care for my animals. I have 4 more animals here at home and I will be switching them over to Wheatridge Animal Hospital and continuing their care here. Thank you to the staff and doctors who dealt with us during this difficult time. You made a very difficult process easier just by being so kind.
Bonnie Blanks
31 Jan 2017
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I have been bringing my dog here for 4 years and was told on Saturday that they would no longer see my dog for her nail trim. Due to their extremely high cost ($200.00+ for a physical (not including ...
I have been bringing my dog here for 4 years and was told on Saturday that they would no longer see my dog for her nail trim. Due to their extremely high cost ($200.00+ for a physical (not including vaccinations) & 800+ for a dental cleaning that does not include extractions) I had to bring my dog to a less expensive vet for her dental visit.. $19.00's for a 3 minute nail trim is just not worth their time. They stated that if my dog were to bite a staff member they would need current lab work and a vaccination record on file to ensure the safety of their staff. I offered to bring the EXACT same labs and her vaccination records (done a month ago) into their office to prove that my dog was not a health concern to their staff. I was told that the lab work had to be done @ their office. Not only does this discredit any outside vet of conducting their lab work properly but it's just another reason I believe they care more about money than our pets. I feel sad for all the little creatures that will be turned away due to their owners being of the working class. I strongly encourage you to take your pet elsewhere.
Anna Sheets
26 Jan 2017
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The staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are superior when it comes to caring about you and your fur baby. I've been taking my special needs dog, Pandora, to WRAH for a while for her idiopathic epile...
The staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are superior when it comes to caring about you and your fur baby. I've been taking my special needs dog, Pandora, to WRAH for a while for her idiopathic epilepsy, but it was the way that they went to all measures possible to save my girl's life last week after a very rare drug reaction that I will never forget. From the front desk staff to the doctors and their assistants/technicians, I've never seen so much compassion for people and their animals. Thank you Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital for saving our sweet Pandora!
Mary Malady
25 Jan 2017
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Money making machine. The vets (revolving door of 25 year olds) are probably trained on sales techniques. They took a vigorous 18 yr old cat who had an upper respiratory infection/viral infection, and...
Money making machine. The vets (revolving door of 25 year olds) are probably trained on sales techniques. They took a vigorous 18 yr old cat who had an upper respiratory infection/viral infection, and we took him home as a disoriented, confused, agitated cat who will probably need to be euthanized. After 3 visits with no results in getting him over the respiratory infection, he was given 4 strong medications all because we asked them to give him something to help him sleep when we left him overnight ($1200). They initially gave him METHADONE (WTF?? An OPIOID to help him sleep??). My cat then had a seizure from the opioid (never had a seizure before), so they gave him something to reverse the seizure - Midazolam which is a benzo also used as a sedative. Googling opioid + sedative will result in very scary warnings about not mixing the two - kills people. Then they gave him naloxone to reverse the opioid, and flumazenil to reverse the midazolam. If that happened to a person, there would be a malpractice lawsuit. My cat is now out of his mind, just paces back and forth (for over 18 hours) from one water bowl to another - doesn't drink, doesn't eat, doesn't sleep, doesn't recognize us. Before and after the unbelievable amount of medications, we were recommended one diagnostic procedure after another - x rays, rhinoscopies, MRI's, CT scans, ultra sounds, neurology tests, steroids, antibiotics, anti-nausea, appetite stimulants. We did some of them and racked up a bill of $2,200. If we did all of it, it would have been over $5,000. Their answer is the medications they gave him are not causing the new problems - but they need to see him again to give a definitive answer - yeah right, just one more way to get $$$. They did a physical neurologic exam on him after giving him the seizure, said that he probably has some neurologic issues but without biopsy that it is not clear what the cause is - could be cancer, could be benign, could be bacteria. How anyone can do an accurate neurological exam after pumping opiods, sedatives and drugs that amp up his cortisol, and after having a seizure is beyond understanding. Again, just one more procedure to make money. He was a social cat 2 days ago who could jump, walk, and sleep. I'm beyond rage and heartbreak at what they did to him. They will cover their tracks and never admit responsibility.
Yvonne Renee
24 Jan 2017
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This hospital is not the cheapest, it's the best. I can always trust them for great service with the doctor and staff. Thank you for working with me!
Autum Akers Brown
24 Jan 2017
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AMAZING!! I can't say enough great things about the care my cat has received here. I had to take her in for a life threatening emergency and they have been so great in all of the decisions they have m...
AMAZING!! I can't say enough great things about the care my cat has received here. I had to take her in for a life threatening emergency and they have been so great in all of the decisions they have made and in getting her stabilized. I have appreciated their thoroughness and constant follow up in letting us know what is going on. I can't recommend them enough.
Jenifer Heath
24 Jan 2017
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Dr. Mich and her team have been very caring and effective in helping my 20 yr old cat (who has several medical conditions) feel more comfortable (and more active!). In addition, she has applied her e...
Dr. Mich and her team have been very caring and effective in helping my 20 yr old cat (who has several medical conditions) feel more comfortable (and more active!). In addition, she has applied her expertise related to analgesia and anesthesia to recommend safer anesthesia (less likely to have adverse interactions) for a dog who takes multiple daily medications.
W Buckley
13 Jan 2017
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I found the staff and Vets fairly helpful. However, the clinic in not made of solid gold, but they charge as such.
I know quality care and service comes at a price. However, a recent K9 overnight st...
I found the staff and Vets fairly helpful. However, the clinic in not made of solid gold, but they charge as such.
I know quality care and service comes at a price. However, a recent K9 overnight stay with a few lab tests performed produced a bill of $2,400.
The hospital asked us to keep the dog an additional night and perform a few more tests-Estimate of $4,200-$4,700 total. (for a two night stay and this wasn't for surgery). The vets had still not figured out the issue at this point.
I recently got a quote from them for teeth cleaning for one of my other dogs, it was 2X the price of a very good Boulder vet.
I am a firm believer that pigs get fed, but hogs get slaughtered. Their prices are extremely high even taking into account Denver's economic boom and massive influx of people.
I realize diagnosing medical issues can be tricky so I won't discount them for not figuring out the issue. However, their pricing really should be in some realm of reality.
I would have rated them higher. However, I value results. I feel like $2,400 should produce more than a overnight dog sitting by a medical professional and complete lack of diagnostic.
Rebecca Knapp
8 Jan 2017
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Not good bedside manner, we took our dog here when she bloated and we have since found a new Vet ER, there are a lot of other options nearby.
Julie Somerville
23 Dec 2016
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At one of the most crucial times of my life, Wheat Ridge Hospital let me down. I had just moved to Denver in November 2009 and one month later my dog got out of my backyard and got hit on Federal Boul...
At one of the most crucial times of my life, Wheat Ridge Hospital let me down. I had just moved to Denver in November 2009 and one month later my dog got out of my backyard and got hit on Federal Boulevard by a truck. A couple of good Samaritans got him out of the middle of the street and covered him and had him stabilized. His lower back right leg from the knee down was missing and he was losing a lot of blood, I knew I had to act fast. I took him to wheat Ridge animal hospital, and they stabilized him overnight, gave him fluids and pain meds. The next day, I returned to hear the diagnosis. They plan to amputate the rest of the leg, giving him less weight to carry on the last back leg he had. The shock came to me when they told me how much it would cost to do the operation: $3000!!! And that did not include the overnight stay in the stabilization they did for him. Given I had just moved, I had no job, and was living with a friend, I obviously could not afford their charge. It wasn't until my neighbor shared with me that Planned Pethood Plus was an excellent nonprofit animal hospital. After contacting them, PPP shared with me they would only charge me $300 for the very same operation, stabilization, and free check ups after the operation. My question is how could Wheat Ridge animal hospital, in good conscience, charge so much for this same operation?!?! I never went back.
Olivia Hooker
14 Nov 2016
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I thought everything was good then I took my dog back to my vet to get his tube taken out of his big gash, I was told that it needed to be in at least a week by them and my vet was not happy because o...
I thought everything was good then I took my dog back to my vet to get his tube taken out of his big gash, I was told that it needed to be in at least a week by them and my vet was not happy because once they took it out it was infected because it had been in too long! I had kept his cone on him and no running but it comes down to I was told at least 5 days and that was way too much! I'm also very unhappy because I spent A LOT of money on my baby to get him better & then he got another infection from his tube....just very upsetting!!!
Ashley Bailey
27 Oct 2016
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I am so impressed with WRAH and my experience here. I was living overseas and planning to bring my dog over internationally. The staff, particularly Emily Johnson, was extremely knowledgeable on the...
I am so impressed with WRAH and my experience here. I was living overseas and planning to bring my dog over internationally. The staff, particularly Emily Johnson, was extremely knowledgeable on the process of exporting animals and guided me through every step of the way, ensuring that my dog was prepared with all of the appropriate paperwork and necessary documents to be admitted to the British Virgin Islands. If you are looking to travel with your animal, I highly recommend this clinic!
Laurie Kelley
19 Oct 2016
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Dr Sfiligoi and the staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are awesome. I am so grateful my amazing vet Dr. Lindsey sent us here for treatment for my furchild Emily's cancer. They have been absolutely...
Dr Sfiligoi and the staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are awesome. I am so grateful my amazing vet Dr. Lindsey sent us here for treatment for my furchild Emily's cancer. They have been absolutely amazing. I will spending most of my time in Montana for the next six to nine months, but we will be driving here for treatments every 3 to six weeks! I wouldn't trust anyone else with her. Thank you so much!
ShineOn Yogi
3 Oct 2016
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The staff and doctors here are so kind and compassionate. You can tell they love animals and treat them all as if they were their own. I had an emergency with my cat and we were referred here. I was v...
The staff and doctors here are so kind and compassionate. You can tell they love animals and treat them all as if they were their own. I had an emergency with my cat and we were referred here. I was very nervous because there are bad Vets out there. That was not the case here. I would gladly trust my fur baby to the doctors and staff here. Thanks for taking such great care of him!
Karolyne Smith
31 Aug 2016
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February 17th 2016 will forever be in our minds. This was the day that we found out our GSD/Lab mix was diagnosed with Lymphoma Cancer :(.. After a few calls, my husband said to call Wheatridge Animal...
February 17th 2016 will forever be in our minds. This was the day that we found out our GSD/Lab mix was diagnosed with Lymphoma Cancer :(.. After a few calls, my husband said to call Wheatridge Animal Hospital. It was on the other end that a very calm, kind caring young lady by the name of Daryl picked up and she calmed me, let me cry, and allowed me to explain through the tears that we had just found out Thunder had Cancer. She told me "Kari, please remove the date that the person gave you ( another very rude lady from back east told me that he would only live 30 or so days), and bring him in, allow us to see what can be done. At the time we lived in Leadville Co, and we drove to Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital and there we were greeted, welcomed and felt love right off the bat. Daryl was there and she took us to a room, it was there we met Gabby, she took the time, effort and the kindness to explain ( through a lot of tears and emotions) what Thunder had, how we could treat it, she explained in detail what he had, she took time to answer all our questions. She then went over all the treatment options for us, and we decided to do the Chemo for Thunder. 5 or so weeks later Thunder went into remission, and, after having several conversations with Gabby, Daryl and the staff, we decided to stop treatment and see what would happen. They respected us very much and allowed us to make the choices, never once stepping over our boundaries. We moved to Sterling Co, soon after his treatments began and to this day, we still drive well over 2 hours to get to see his Dr. We are more than pleased with and happy that we found Wheat Ridge Hospital. The staff is kind, understanding, caring and compassionate. They treat your fur kids like a real patient, and always are willing to listen, they answer the questions i have, and give me more than enough information. Carly, Daryl, Gabby and Mary are all part of our Family now. It has been almost 7 months and i can honestly say i would not trust anyone else with my fur babies then these people <3. They are not only caring for my Thunder, but, when i have questions about my other fur kid, they are there for me too. They have become our regular vet and we would travel even further to make sure we got the best care ever. For anyone who is looking for a vet . GO HERE! They actually and truly honestly care for your pets and it shows.
Rebecca Gertz
17 May 2016
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We love the WRAH! We generally see Dr. Robb, who is excellent, for routine and preventative care. We have also seen a number of the other vets here for emergency visits and after hours visits and hav...
We love the WRAH! We generally see Dr. Robb, who is excellent, for routine and preventative care. We have also seen a number of the other vets here for emergency visits and after hours visits and have always been impressed with the care. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We feel very comfortable with the care both of our dogs have received here.
Carolyn Keyes Iyoob
17 May 2016
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My husband and I were referred to Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital by our primary vet at Caring Hands Animal Hospital. Their specialists are wonderful! Dr. Finke diagnosed a rare condition in our dog and...
My husband and I were referred to Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital by our primary vet at Caring Hands Animal Hospital. Their specialists are wonderful! Dr. Finke diagnosed a rare condition in our dog and Dr. Misch is treating two torn tendons and the equivalent of a rotator cuff injury in the same dog. Lucky is a lucky dog and the care has been wonderful. I still keep both my dogs with Caring Hands Veterinary Clinic as the primary vet (they are wonderful too!) and I highly recommend Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital to anyone who loves their dog and wants to give him/her the best chance for recovery. Love Wheat Ridge!!!
Tii All
16 Apr 2016
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Place is a total MONEYGRAB $$$$. They charged me $63 to look at my dog for 30 seconds and tell me she's ok..... then I buy an extra $56 shot that my dog "needed" and then she would have to come back ...
Place is a total MONEYGRAB $$$$. They charged me $63 to look at my dog for 30 seconds and tell me she's ok..... then I buy an extra $56 shot that my dog "needed" and then she would have to come back in for a booster 2 weeks later. I call back to schedule that appointment and they say the booster will be another $35???? What??? I payed for it!!! You never once told me that is what another charge. You told me it was payed for. That is wrong and unfair business. DO NOT GO HERE!!!!! Really unhappy with the service.
paul carnoske
11 Apr 2016
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*WARNING*!!!! IF YOU LOVE YOUR PET PLEASE RECONSIDER TAKING THEM HERE. They killed my 8 week old kitten because I couldn't pay there extremely overly priced fees. My kitten had a Urinary tract infecti...
*WARNING*!!!! IF YOU LOVE YOUR PET PLEASE RECONSIDER TAKING THEM HERE. They killed my 8 week old kitten because I couldn't pay there extremely overly priced fees. My kitten had a Urinary tract infection, and because I questioned why it was going to cost $700 to have his bladder drained and some antibiotics prescribed, I was listed as having some financial restrictions. A catheter was inserted in him drained his bladder and sent him home. Needless to say this did not work due to the inflammation of infection and then having a catheter stuck in him and then removed. could someone please explain to me how they really thought this was going to work, I don't think they can. There was no time to let the antibiotics take effect and nothing was given to reduce the inflammation. Well I awoke to my little kittens abdomen swollen to the size of a tennis ball, so I called them right away and got him in within the 24hr grace period for a recheck. Well it was as if I had never been there before, new doctor, all new (but the same as yesterdays) tests, and a whole new set of charges. At my request to either leave the catheter in or keep him for a few hours to see if there are any complications this time, they opted to remove the catheter again and babysit him for just long enough that they could charge me for a full day of daily professional services $121.50 as well daily nursing care $92.25 to bring my daily total to $1,541.00 for all the exact same tests that they had run the day before, hence bringing my two day total to around $2,300 hundred dollars. I had already paid $700 hundred of this the day before. Wait it gets better (poor choice of words) or should I say worse, then I went to pick him up (they told me he was good to go home, again) he was re-blocked again (they should have left the catheter in and given the antibiotics a chance to work). This time they chose to do nothing, because I couldn't pull another $1,500 hundred dollars out of thin air plus whatever the cost would be to put the catheter back in $500. Here were my choices sign a promissory note agreeing to pay for all these new charges (that were twice as much as the day before for the same tests, blood work, UA, etc...+ a few hours of babysitting) and I would have to sign over ownership of my kitten. So because they hadn't fixed the problem, even if I signed the promissory note for the $1,500 dollars I still would have to give up ownership of my kitten so some agency could put up 2,500 for further care and to find it a new home. Excuse my French but that is bullshit! I left for a little while to weigh my options, to get a phone call from them saying his condition had worsened (because they did nothing, like putting the catheter back in so he wouldn't drown in his own urine)and he would have to be put down. I don't think I have ever been so miss treated and disrespected in all my life. If you have any morals and self respect, and you love your pet do the right thing by steering clear of this place. They are 10xs higher in price and it is all about the money and not your family member. my 8wk old kittens name was Lil-bit. I'm so sorry that I took you there little buddy I miss you and I will always carry your memory in my heart, you would be alive right now if I hadn't taken you to that hellhole. love you forever Lil-bit
Grow Family Love
14 Mar 2016
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This place is wonderful. Our dog, Ladybird, had a stuck puppy in the middle of the night. Our vet was closed, so we called multiple 24 hour vet clinics. WRAH was the only one who was willing to help u...
This place is wonderful. Our dog, Ladybird, had a stuck puppy in the middle of the night. Our vet was closed, so we called multiple 24 hour vet clinics. WRAH was the only one who was willing to help us without charging us thousands of dollars. Every other 24 hour vet said there was no options other than a $3000 c-section. WRAH took care of her immediately, removed her stuck puppy and allowed her to birth her remaining puppies. A few hours and a few hundred dollars later, we have a happy mama and happy puppies. So grateful for their service! They truly care more about animals welfare than the almighty dollar.
Business Hours
Monday
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08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
Tue
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
Wed
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
Thu
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
Fri
08:00AM-18:00PM
Services
Dental
24 Hour Emergency
Endoscopy
Euthanasia
Microchipping
Radiology (X-Rays)
Surgery
Ultrasound
Vaccinations
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General Info
For dogs, cats and people, Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is a very special place. This is why.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is vibrant and alive with the energy of people who are renowned in their respective fields. Our general practitioners work together with our board-certified specialists to ensure that your pet receives the most advanced care available. Our support staff is a fundamental part of our team consisting of certified veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, receptionists, and management personnel with extensive experience in veterinary health care services.
Carefully designed, our facility allows our team to work efficiently, while the animals enjoy the highest level of comfort and care. We are proud to feature an impressive array of the latest technology and equipment including a helical spiral CT scanner and digital radiology.
American Animal Hospital Association accreditation validates that a veterinary practice is meeting the highest standards in the profession. In addition to the general American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation held since 1963, we recently became one of the first hospitals in the United States to be accredited through the new AAHA Referral Standards.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is vibrant and alive with the energy of people who are renowned in their respective fields. Our general practitioners work together with our board-certified specialists to ensure that your pet receives the most advanced care available. Our support staff is a fundamental part of our team consisting of certified veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, receptionists, and management personnel with extensive experience in veterinary health care services.
Carefully designed, our facility allows our team to work efficiently, while the animals enjoy the highest level of comfort and care. We are proud to feature an impressive array of the latest technology and equipment including a helical spiral CT scanner and digital radiology.
American Animal Hospital Association accreditation validates that a veterinary practice is meeting the highest standards in the profession. In addition to the general American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accreditation held since 1963, we recently became one of the first hospitals in the United States to be accredited through the new AAHA Referral Standards.
Business Hours
Monday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Tuesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Wednesday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Thursday
08:00AM-18:00PM
Friday
08:00AM-18:00PM
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12p
6p
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Services
Dental
24 Hour Emergency
Endoscopy
Euthanasia
Microchipping
Radiology (X-Rays)
Surgery
Ultrasound
Vaccinations
Team
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Reviews
Siobhan Zender
7 Feb 2022
Do not bring your pet here if the situation is urgent. They will down play the seriousness of your pet's distress and leave you to wait 90 minutes. No one even put their eyes on our critically ill sen...
Do not bring your pet here if the situation is urgent. They will down play the seriousness of your pet's distress and leave you to wait 90 minutes. No one even put their eyes on our critically ill senior cat during that 90 minutes. My family thought we would be euthanizing our beloved cat, and despite the fact that we were all crying and very emotional, they did not offer a private space for us. They just let us sit in our sadness while our precious pet was in distress. Please go to Animal Urgent Care in Arvada. They will treat your pet with love and respect.
Sandra
26 Dec 2020
If I had to rate this clinic, it would be a negative 8000, which is the amount of the quote I was given by them for an 8 year old dog that needed a blood transfusion for IMHA anemia which was recommen...
If I had to rate this clinic, it would be a negative 8000, which is the amount of the quote I was given by them for an 8 year old dog that needed a blood transfusion for IMHA anemia which was recommended by my vet.
When I arrived at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital, the dog was very sick and had no symptoms of a stroke, no loss of body movement or rapid eye movement.
I gave them all the records my vet had sent with me, which I am not sure if they reviewed or not since I was not allowed to enter the building, over the phone (the individual on the phone was very rude) they told me the transfusion would be $8000 and that would include numerous tests that had already been done.
I explained I am on a fixed income, they then offered the "$1500" treatment plan which I agreed to.
It would to take 3 to 4 hrs to complete, I left my dog there at 11am and returned home. Around 4pm they finally called and said I could pick her up around 5, and told me at that time “DURING the procedure she had a stroke.”
When they brought her to me after the transfusion, she moved her little head like a bobble head toy and had the rapid eye movement. I said to the tech, “I did not bring her in here in this condition.”, and her remark to me was, "Well, this is how she is now."
How can they be so callused!
Got her home at approx 5:45pm and she had no control of her body movements or awareness of her surroundings, at 7:20 she passed.
My son called the hospital shortly after her passing and asked what happened while she was at their facility, he was told that I had refused treatment, which I didn’t, I declined the additional testing they suggested.
The doctor then explained to my son that "Once we advise you of the treatment options initially, we will not tell you again.” In other words, regardless if they see the condition of the animal has changed and additional treatment should be considered, they will NOT contact you to advise you of the situation, because they told you ONCE already what the treatment options were.
Once AGAIN, THEY WILL NOT CONTACT YOU to explain conditional changes while in their care.
The doctor went on to tell my son that PRIOR to the transfusion, she had a minor stroke, however during the discharge it was explained that DURING the procedure she had the stroke. That is a conflict of stories, what really happened while my dog was in their facility.
Again, why DID THEY NOT CALL to inform me of this situation at the time the stroke occurred, whenever that actually was. Nope, it is a once and done approach, we told you once, we will not tell you again.
My son also asked if I had chosen to do the $8000 procedure would the dog had survived....”NO” was the response. They would have been ever so happy to collect the $8000 knowing full well that she would probably not survive, and they still charged me nearly $1400 and sent home meds that she would never need anyway. Again, the individual who brought her out said "This is the way she is now"....Have a good day.
Bottom line, it was all about the $$ and how much they could charge and get away with. My little baby did not deserve this, and I hope to God that no other pet is taken to that facility for any kind of treatment, they absolutely do not care or even consider that this is a member of your family.
In my heart, I will always believe they did something causing her demise rather than helping her like vets are morally responsible to do, you should feel confident and trust in them that as trained professionals, they will do their very best to care for your pet. Do NOT TRUST these people.
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital does not do their very best to care for your pet, they do their very best to take you for as much money as they possibly can and through it all, maybe, just maybe your pet will survive. Nothing about this experience makes me feel these people actually care about the care given to your pet.
DO NOT TAKE YOUR PET TO THIS ESTABLISHMENT!
Response from Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital
28 Dec 2020
We’re sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved dog Midori. We are all pet owners here and understand the deep bond and feelings of grief when they inevitably leave us.
Upon reading through what you have written below, there are clearly a lot of areas where perhaps we did not well enough communicate during your experience so we would like to attempt to add some clarity.
Midori was suffering from IMHA, a very challenging disease with resulting effects such as stroke which commonly present rapidly and without warning. She was assessed by one of our Criticalists who determined that the best possible course of action for her was to be hospitalized. The $8000 estimate you are referencing is not the cost of a blood transfusion, but rather the highest possible expected cost for 24-7 nursing care over multiple days along with ultrasound, still x-ray imaging, blood work for monitoring while in the hospital, cardiac telemetry, and multiple units of blood product with the assumption that she may need more than one transfusion. We possess the capability to provide all of this if/when needed and present this recommendation to all owners so that they can make the best decision regarding level of care. Every circumstance is different and every clinical care decision unique.
We apologize if this all was not made clear and hope that this follow-on explanation helps at least a little. If you would like to speak to one of our hospital service managers further about anything related to Midori’s care or your experience we would be happy to provide that opportunity.
sasha myers
17 Jul 2018
We absolutely love this place! They have accommodated us and our very excited puppy every single time! We always leave here feeling so thankful and feel that our Obi has received top of the line care!...
We absolutely love this place! They have accommodated us and our very excited puppy every single time! We always leave here feeling so thankful and feel that our Obi has received top of the line care! They really treat us like family! Thanks Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital!
Anna D
8 Jul 2018
I actually found this place during a panicked search for a vet nearby by house when my dog had suddenly become very ill. I’m so very happy I found this place. Since our emergency visit I have visited ...
I actually found this place during a panicked search for a vet nearby by house when my dog had suddenly become very ill. I’m so very happy I found this place. Since our emergency visit I have visited the normal veterinarian clinic and everyone I came into contact there was incredibly kind and helpful. The doctors I saw both visits were very upfront about treatments and pricing which I appreciate it a lot. Overall a great vet!
Cindy Baggish
12 Jun 2018
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is second to none. The quality of care my pup, Ripley, gets there is wonderful. I love that all the specialists are under one roof and, if ever I have a question, they ar...
Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital is second to none. The quality of care my pup, Ripley, gets there is wonderful. I love that all the specialists are under one roof and, if ever I have a question, they are available 24/7. I wouldn't take my pet anywhere else.
Mark Polesovsky
12 Jun 2018
Always very compassionate and a great mix of specialists to work with. Don't be afraid to ask questions, they will listen and work with you on best treatments.Maybe not the least expensive, but we hav...
Always very compassionate and a great mix of specialists to work with. Don't be afraid to ask questions, they will listen and work with you on best treatments.Maybe not the least expensive, but we have had positive experiences & our (almost) 15 year old grey hound is still going strong.
Elisa Corry
30 May 2018
I took my dog in at 4:30am. We were welcomed and saw a doctor quickly. They were extremely professional, personable, and kind as we prepared to say goodbye. They gave us all our options and gave us a ...
I took my dog in at 4:30am. We were welcomed and saw a doctor quickly. They were extremely professional, personable, and kind as we prepared to say goodbye. They gave us all our options and gave us a warm, welcoming space to spend our last new moments with Kiwi. The euthanasia process was quick and kind. I honestly couldn’t have ask for a better situation for the hardest day of our lives. We are extremely grateful to the staff who treated us so well during the middle of the night during the darkest day.... They even sent a sympathy card a few days later.
Thank you so much. We will certainly be back in the future for our veterinary needs with our other pets.
Michael Edie
26 May 2018
Fantastic state of the art facility with amazing staff that was caring and concerned about my fur babies . Diagnoses was quick and helpful and Brook was a great doctor with good bed side manor. Thank ...
Fantastic state of the art facility with amazing staff that was caring and concerned about my fur babies . Diagnoses was quick and helpful and Brook was a great doctor with good bed side manor. Thank you everyone, I hope I won't need your assistance in the future but if I do my worries will be at ease
leisa grant
31 Mar 2018
They have a highly professional staff. Friendly on the phone. Friendly in person. Clean place. Consistently pleasant across every person I interacted with from initial call, check-in, vet tech, DVM, c...
They have a highly professional staff. Friendly on the phone. Friendly in person. Clean place. Consistently pleasant across every person I interacted with from initial call, check-in, vet tech, DVM, checkout and pharmacy... Even their other human and dog clients were awesome while I was there. I brought my Boston Terrier "kid" in for some red bumps on his tummy and paw. Frank is doing well now and we were in and out pretty quickly, but no part of the process was rushed in haste. First visit! Won't be my last, but hopefully my last E.R. visit.
Bruce Wilson
20 Mar 2018
Always get top notch service and care at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. Their prices are on the high side, but as I said before, you get quality care. And, their emergency department is far and away one...
Always get top notch service and care at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. Their prices are on the high side, but as I said before, you get quality care. And, their emergency department is far and away one of the best in the area.
If you live on the west side of the metro area, and have an emergency need, they're unsurpassed in my book.
Leigh MacDonald
24 Feb 2018
This place is something special! The facilities are very clean and modern; the front desk staff friendly and helpful, and the care staff on time, thorough, and kind. You can really tell that the care ...
This place is something special! The facilities are very clean and modern; the front desk staff friendly and helpful, and the care staff on time, thorough, and kind. You can really tell that the care staff loves animals and is going to take great care of your furry family member! We took our two cats in for an annual wellness exam and vaccinations. Not only was the wellness exam super thorough, but the vaccinations seemed painless for our pets and we came away with several ideas on how to keep their health top notch. Thank you, Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital! You have earned lifelong clients!
Arman Lorz
24 Jan 2018
The facilities are brand new and have the latest technology equipment for veterinarian care. The staff is friendly, the veterinarians are knowledgeable and caring, the ER is open 24/7 and our pets hav...
The facilities are brand new and have the latest technology equipment for veterinarian care. The staff is friendly, the veterinarians are knowledgeable and caring, the ER is open 24/7 and our pets have received the same care and understanding as when we have gone during regular business hours. They all share electronic records, so we don’t have to repeat ourselves over and over during any visit.
My two miniature schnauzers have brought so much joy to my life and became the kids I have never had, so I would give them the best. Last year Rocky was diagnosed with diabetes and referred here to a specialist. Dr. Wise has been patient and understanding. She has provided specialized attention to the needs of our Rocky and been able to stabilize his glucose levels quickly. She also went one step forward and consulted with the ophthalmologist; Dr. Gearheardt - right then to help Rocky gain his sight back. We are working on it, but I trust their expertise, the care, and attention they have given to my beloved Rocky.
I have recommended this facility and its services to all my pet-loving friends.
Matthew Brown
18 Jan 2018
This is a special facility which we were referred to by another great facility in the Wadsworth Animal Hospital. Our little guy turned out to have a cancer in the brain and his ability to do anything ...
This is a special facility which we were referred to by another great facility in the Wadsworth Animal Hospital. Our little guy turned out to have a cancer in the brain and his ability to do anything depreciated very quickly. The neurologist was fantastic and the team were very sympathetic to our feelings and the health of our fury friend. When we had to make the decision to put him down these guys were so good. There is a room set aside to spend private time and say your goodbyes, the staff explained everything, and everyone was very caring. If that decision to say goodbye is approaching, then please consider this facility to help you through the process, you will not be disappointed. Highly recommended. Thanks to the team here for looking after our pal Dylan!
Alaura C.
14 Aug 2017
This post is past due but I just wanted to give Dr. David Israel a shout out for being so sweet and HANDS ON with my gigantic great dane Henry last month. As most Dane owners know, they are timid/anxi...
This post is past due but I just wanted to give Dr. David Israel a shout out for being so sweet and HANDS ON with my gigantic great dane Henry last month. As most Dane owners know, they are timid/anxious dogs. I have found it EXTREMELY difficult to find a veterinarian who really takes the time to do a thorough exam while attempting to make him comfortable during the visit. Honestly, most vets seem irritated and inconvenienced by his nervousness so they don't even try. He's not aggressive or violent, he just hides and shakes. I've literally been told that I should just get a primary vet that visits my home. Anyways, thank you Dr. Israel! I loved how comfortable you were with Henry and how much you really seemed to care. I was keeping my cool during the visit but was definitely nervous and scared about my poor baby. You were great and he is 100% recovered!
Rebecca W.
19 Jul 2017
I started taking my cat here since I wasn't getting straight answers from another vet. I made an appt with Dr Finke and she hit the nail on the head for her diagnosis almost immediately... kidney dise...
I started taking my cat here since I wasn't getting straight answers from another vet. I made an appt with Dr Finke and she hit the nail on the head for her diagnosis almost immediately... kidney disease. I followed her instructions to the letter...VERY KEY (most ppl don't). I literally owe the last years of my cat's life to her! And the staff was always SO sweet every time I would come in for her special food. They'd always have a vested interest in how my kitty was and knew me (us) by name. But my cat did get old, and on her last day, Dr. Finke sat on the floor with me as we prepared for my cat's last breaths. Until the very end, she was honest, patient, and by far the most compassionate human being I've ever met. Nothing could make that day "easier" by any means, but her utmost compassion for me and my cat that day was something I'll never forget.Two days later, I showed up to the clinic having adopted a 7 wk old puppy. Everyone in that office laughed...and cried with me. They were like family...we all went through the circle life and death together. That's not easy to find!People who have complained about this place in it for the money...If you honestly think that, don't ever get a pet if you're always looking for a discount. Sure they weren't the cheapest around, but their care, experience and 100% devotion to animal health makes them worth every penny. (Of course, you need to listen to them because they truly do know best!) After 3+ yrs managing a sick pet, I never once felt like I was taken for a ride. I owe many, MANY happy years to Dr. Finke and the staff here, and quite frankly, that is PRICELESS! And if I didn't live in CA now, I'd see them in a minute.
M Sitzman
29 May 2017
Only interested in one thing & that isn't your pets health, it's your wallet! In October of 2015 I took my cat here as an emergency because he hadn't been acting like himself for a couple days & then ...
Only interested in one thing & that isn't your pets health, it's your wallet! In October of 2015 I took my cat here as an emergency because he hadn't been acting like himself for a couple days & then suddenly refused to eat. After some tests my husband and I were told that he was in kidney failure. They gave us two options; hospitalize him at just $1500.00/day to receive fluids and see if he showed any improvement or put him to sleep. The vet also implied that my cat could end up having to stay for a week, maybe longer. Not wanting him to die alone and not being able to afford that kind of veterinary bill, we made one of the hardest decisions ever and said goodbye. Not knowing any better, I would've praised this vet hospital back then. However, after learning of other people having cats in kidney failure and hearing stories of their vets educating them on how to administer fluids themselves, at their own homes and their cats living longer because of it, I'm left with chronic guilt that I made the wrong decision taking my cat to a vet that puts profits before the lives of the pets they treat. If they had actually been concerned for my cats life, they would've given me three options that day and my cat might possibly still be here playing, just like he had been only days before putting him to sleep. Fact is, they did not tell me all of my options. They only told me the ones that would benefit their bottom line the most. $1500/day for fluids! Which are essentially sterile bags of water, salt and/or sugar. If you want your pets life to actually be your vets #1 priority, I highly recommend you go elsewhere. I wish I had.
Dee Wilson
26 May 2017
I can't say enough. I had an appointment the next afternoon to lose my beautiful Antigone with my dear Vet. Tig told me she was ready to go a little earlier than that. My sister took me and my baby h...
I can't say enough. I had an appointment the next afternoon to lose my beautiful Antigone with my dear Vet. Tig told me she was ready to go a little earlier than that. My sister took me and my baby here. The sweet young lady at the desk who helped with the paperwork, the Vet tech and the Vet were so kind, so caring. I can't tell you how much care they took in a heartbreaking situation. I can't imagine them treating any pet and pet parent with any less care.
Danielle Glover
2 May 2017
We unfortunately had to visit the Emergency room and our pupper had a 6 day stay in the ICU. The staff was amazing. The care that our dog had was just fantastic and they level of detail to which each ...
We unfortunately had to visit the Emergency room and our pupper had a 6 day stay in the ICU. The staff was amazing. The care that our dog had was just fantastic and they level of detail to which each staff member know our dog's case was very reassuring. Yes, it was very expensive as are most emergency and ICU cases. The fact that they had a blood bank was literally a life saver for our dog. (if your dog is eligible to donate blood, please do. It allowed us to save our dog and have many more good memories). Highly recommend for critical care cases.
Janice Bowen - CDOT
18 Apr 2017
I had been searching for a vet for a while when an emergency brought me to WRAH. I was so impressed with the staff and the care my animal received that I decided this was the home for my animals. I ...
I had been searching for a vet for a while when an emergency brought me to WRAH. I was so impressed with the staff and the care my animal received that I decided this was the home for my animals. I LOVE the staff and the way they treat people and pets. The techs and vets are caring and kind. One of my favorite things is that they don't throw antibiotics at issues that don't necessarily need them. Finding causes rather than covering them up seems to be where they are at. I just think this is the best veterinarian hospital in the Denver area.
Whitney Betlej
18 Apr 2017
We've been taking both our dogs here for about 2 years. The new state-of-the-art facility is absolutely amazing. Every vet tech or vet we've seen has been incredibly nice and gives us options for trea...
We've been taking both our dogs here for about 2 years. The new state-of-the-art facility is absolutely amazing. Every vet tech or vet we've seen has been incredibly nice and gives us options for treatment that are best for our specific dogs. Sometimes it's a little crowded but the new facility will give them more room to grow. I recommend them from routine care to emergency services.
Kylee Josara Schafer-Gomez
17 Feb 2017
Wheatridge Animal Hospital handled my cats case with so much kindness and care. After a dental cleaning which resulted in my cat having to have 5 teeth pulled, Junior became very ill. He quit eating, ...
Wheatridge Animal Hospital handled my cats case with so much kindness and care. After a dental cleaning which resulted in my cat having to have 5 teeth pulled, Junior became very ill. He quit eating, quit drinking, and looked to be struggling to breathe normally. I scheduled him an appointment with his regular vet (not Wheatridge Animal Hospital) and they discovered that his lungs and abdomen had filled with fluid and sent us over to Wheatridge Animal Hospital. Dr. Stacy Meola handled his case, laid out a diagnosis and treatment plan, and was very honest with me about his condition. After providing us with an estimate for treatment, I gave her the go ahead to drain the fluid from his lungs. Unfortunately Juniors condition did not improve and he actually deteriorated rather quickly. After another chat with Dr. Meola, my husband and I had to make the very difficult decision to humanely euthanize. When we brought Junior in the next day, the staff was so very kind. When we told them what we were there for they immediately found us a room. We were allowed to pay from our room, and they were so respectful and kind during the entire process. They allowed us as much time as possible with our little guy before and after the process, and we were allowed to leave through a side door which I thought was great because I didn't necessarily want to walk through the lobby crying. While they may be expensive for some (definitely aren't the most expensive) I have learned from this that it may be worth it to have board certified specialists caring for my fur children. I still do not know what happened to my Junior, but he was a perfectly normal and healthy cat before his dental procedure he had through a low cost vet. While Wheatridge Animal Hospital may not have been able to save Junior, they demonstrated the kind of excellence and care that I expect from the people who care for my animals. I have 4 more animals here at home and I will be switching them over to Wheatridge Animal Hospital and continuing their care here. Thank you to the staff and doctors who dealt with us during this difficult time. You made a very difficult process easier just by being so kind.
Bonnie Blanks
31 Jan 2017
I have been bringing my dog here for 4 years and was told on Saturday that they would no longer see my dog for her nail trim. Due to their extremely high cost ($200.00+ for a physical (not including ...
I have been bringing my dog here for 4 years and was told on Saturday that they would no longer see my dog for her nail trim. Due to their extremely high cost ($200.00+ for a physical (not including vaccinations) & 800+ for a dental cleaning that does not include extractions) I had to bring my dog to a less expensive vet for her dental visit.. $19.00's for a 3 minute nail trim is just not worth their time. They stated that if my dog were to bite a staff member they would need current lab work and a vaccination record on file to ensure the safety of their staff. I offered to bring the EXACT same labs and her vaccination records (done a month ago) into their office to prove that my dog was not a health concern to their staff. I was told that the lab work had to be done @ their office. Not only does this discredit any outside vet of conducting their lab work properly but it's just another reason I believe they care more about money than our pets. I feel sad for all the little creatures that will be turned away due to their owners being of the working class. I strongly encourage you to take your pet elsewhere.
Anna Sheets
26 Jan 2017
The staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are superior when it comes to caring about you and your fur baby. I've been taking my special needs dog, Pandora, to WRAH for a while for her idiopathic epile...
The staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are superior when it comes to caring about you and your fur baby. I've been taking my special needs dog, Pandora, to WRAH for a while for her idiopathic epilepsy, but it was the way that they went to all measures possible to save my girl's life last week after a very rare drug reaction that I will never forget. From the front desk staff to the doctors and their assistants/technicians, I've never seen so much compassion for people and their animals. Thank you Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital for saving our sweet Pandora!
Mary Malady
25 Jan 2017
Money making machine. The vets (revolving door of 25 year olds) are probably trained on sales techniques. They took a vigorous 18 yr old cat who had an upper respiratory infection/viral infection, and...
Money making machine. The vets (revolving door of 25 year olds) are probably trained on sales techniques. They took a vigorous 18 yr old cat who had an upper respiratory infection/viral infection, and we took him home as a disoriented, confused, agitated cat who will probably need to be euthanized. After 3 visits with no results in getting him over the respiratory infection, he was given 4 strong medications all because we asked them to give him something to help him sleep when we left him overnight ($1200). They initially gave him METHADONE (WTF?? An OPIOID to help him sleep??). My cat then had a seizure from the opioid (never had a seizure before), so they gave him something to reverse the seizure - Midazolam which is a benzo also used as a sedative. Googling opioid + sedative will result in very scary warnings about not mixing the two - kills people. Then they gave him naloxone to reverse the opioid, and flumazenil to reverse the midazolam. If that happened to a person, there would be a malpractice lawsuit. My cat is now out of his mind, just paces back and forth (for over 18 hours) from one water bowl to another - doesn't drink, doesn't eat, doesn't sleep, doesn't recognize us. Before and after the unbelievable amount of medications, we were recommended one diagnostic procedure after another - x rays, rhinoscopies, MRI's, CT scans, ultra sounds, neurology tests, steroids, antibiotics, anti-nausea, appetite stimulants. We did some of them and racked up a bill of $2,200. If we did all of it, it would have been over $5,000. Their answer is the medications they gave him are not causing the new problems - but they need to see him again to give a definitive answer - yeah right, just one more way to get $$$. They did a physical neurologic exam on him after giving him the seizure, said that he probably has some neurologic issues but without biopsy that it is not clear what the cause is - could be cancer, could be benign, could be bacteria. How anyone can do an accurate neurological exam after pumping opiods, sedatives and drugs that amp up his cortisol, and after having a seizure is beyond understanding. Again, just one more procedure to make money. He was a social cat 2 days ago who could jump, walk, and sleep. I'm beyond rage and heartbreak at what they did to him. They will cover their tracks and never admit responsibility.
Yvonne Renee
24 Jan 2017
This hospital is not the cheapest, it's the best. I can always trust them for great service with the doctor and staff. Thank you for working with me!
Autum Akers Brown
24 Jan 2017
AMAZING!! I can't say enough great things about the care my cat has received here. I had to take her in for a life threatening emergency and they have been so great in all of the decisions they have m...
AMAZING!! I can't say enough great things about the care my cat has received here. I had to take her in for a life threatening emergency and they have been so great in all of the decisions they have made and in getting her stabilized. I have appreciated their thoroughness and constant follow up in letting us know what is going on. I can't recommend them enough.
Jenifer Heath
24 Jan 2017
Dr. Mich and her team have been very caring and effective in helping my 20 yr old cat (who has several medical conditions) feel more comfortable (and more active!). In addition, she has applied her e...
Dr. Mich and her team have been very caring and effective in helping my 20 yr old cat (who has several medical conditions) feel more comfortable (and more active!). In addition, she has applied her expertise related to analgesia and anesthesia to recommend safer anesthesia (less likely to have adverse interactions) for a dog who takes multiple daily medications.
W Buckley
13 Jan 2017
I found the staff and Vets fairly helpful. However, the clinic in not made of solid gold, but they charge as such.
I know quality care and service comes at a price. However, a recent K9 overnight st...
I found the staff and Vets fairly helpful. However, the clinic in not made of solid gold, but they charge as such.
I know quality care and service comes at a price. However, a recent K9 overnight stay with a few lab tests performed produced a bill of $2,400.
The hospital asked us to keep the dog an additional night and perform a few more tests-Estimate of $4,200-$4,700 total. (for a two night stay and this wasn't for surgery). The vets had still not figured out the issue at this point.
I recently got a quote from them for teeth cleaning for one of my other dogs, it was 2X the price of a very good Boulder vet.
I am a firm believer that pigs get fed, but hogs get slaughtered. Their prices are extremely high even taking into account Denver's economic boom and massive influx of people.
I realize diagnosing medical issues can be tricky so I won't discount them for not figuring out the issue. However, their pricing really should be in some realm of reality.
I would have rated them higher. However, I value results. I feel like $2,400 should produce more than a overnight dog sitting by a medical professional and complete lack of diagnostic.
Rebecca Knapp
8 Jan 2017
Not good bedside manner, we took our dog here when she bloated and we have since found a new Vet ER, there are a lot of other options nearby.
Julie Somerville
23 Dec 2016
At one of the most crucial times of my life, Wheat Ridge Hospital let me down. I had just moved to Denver in November 2009 and one month later my dog got out of my backyard and got hit on Federal Boul...
At one of the most crucial times of my life, Wheat Ridge Hospital let me down. I had just moved to Denver in November 2009 and one month later my dog got out of my backyard and got hit on Federal Boulevard by a truck. A couple of good Samaritans got him out of the middle of the street and covered him and had him stabilized. His lower back right leg from the knee down was missing and he was losing a lot of blood, I knew I had to act fast. I took him to wheat Ridge animal hospital, and they stabilized him overnight, gave him fluids and pain meds. The next day, I returned to hear the diagnosis. They plan to amputate the rest of the leg, giving him less weight to carry on the last back leg he had. The shock came to me when they told me how much it would cost to do the operation: $3000!!! And that did not include the overnight stay in the stabilization they did for him. Given I had just moved, I had no job, and was living with a friend, I obviously could not afford their charge. It wasn't until my neighbor shared with me that Planned Pethood Plus was an excellent nonprofit animal hospital. After contacting them, PPP shared with me they would only charge me $300 for the very same operation, stabilization, and free check ups after the operation. My question is how could Wheat Ridge animal hospital, in good conscience, charge so much for this same operation?!?! I never went back.
Olivia Hooker
14 Nov 2016
I thought everything was good then I took my dog back to my vet to get his tube taken out of his big gash, I was told that it needed to be in at least a week by them and my vet was not happy because o...
I thought everything was good then I took my dog back to my vet to get his tube taken out of his big gash, I was told that it needed to be in at least a week by them and my vet was not happy because once they took it out it was infected because it had been in too long! I had kept his cone on him and no running but it comes down to I was told at least 5 days and that was way too much! I'm also very unhappy because I spent A LOT of money on my baby to get him better & then he got another infection from his tube....just very upsetting!!!
Ashley Bailey
27 Oct 2016
I am so impressed with WRAH and my experience here. I was living overseas and planning to bring my dog over internationally. The staff, particularly Emily Johnson, was extremely knowledgeable on the...
I am so impressed with WRAH and my experience here. I was living overseas and planning to bring my dog over internationally. The staff, particularly Emily Johnson, was extremely knowledgeable on the process of exporting animals and guided me through every step of the way, ensuring that my dog was prepared with all of the appropriate paperwork and necessary documents to be admitted to the British Virgin Islands. If you are looking to travel with your animal, I highly recommend this clinic!
Laurie Kelley
19 Oct 2016
Dr Sfiligoi and the staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are awesome. I am so grateful my amazing vet Dr. Lindsey sent us here for treatment for my furchild Emily's cancer. They have been absolutely...
Dr Sfiligoi and the staff at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital are awesome. I am so grateful my amazing vet Dr. Lindsey sent us here for treatment for my furchild Emily's cancer. They have been absolutely amazing. I will spending most of my time in Montana for the next six to nine months, but we will be driving here for treatments every 3 to six weeks! I wouldn't trust anyone else with her. Thank you so much!
ShineOn Yogi
3 Oct 2016
The staff and doctors here are so kind and compassionate. You can tell they love animals and treat them all as if they were their own. I had an emergency with my cat and we were referred here. I was v...
The staff and doctors here are so kind and compassionate. You can tell they love animals and treat them all as if they were their own. I had an emergency with my cat and we were referred here. I was very nervous because there are bad Vets out there. That was not the case here. I would gladly trust my fur baby to the doctors and staff here. Thanks for taking such great care of him!
Karolyne Smith
31 Aug 2016
February 17th 2016 will forever be in our minds. This was the day that we found out our GSD/Lab mix was diagnosed with Lymphoma Cancer :(.. After a few calls, my husband said to call Wheatridge Animal...
February 17th 2016 will forever be in our minds. This was the day that we found out our GSD/Lab mix was diagnosed with Lymphoma Cancer :(.. After a few calls, my husband said to call Wheatridge Animal Hospital. It was on the other end that a very calm, kind caring young lady by the name of Daryl picked up and she calmed me, let me cry, and allowed me to explain through the tears that we had just found out Thunder had Cancer. She told me "Kari, please remove the date that the person gave you ( another very rude lady from back east told me that he would only live 30 or so days), and bring him in, allow us to see what can be done. At the time we lived in Leadville Co, and we drove to Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital and there we were greeted, welcomed and felt love right off the bat. Daryl was there and she took us to a room, it was there we met Gabby, she took the time, effort and the kindness to explain ( through a lot of tears and emotions) what Thunder had, how we could treat it, she explained in detail what he had, she took time to answer all our questions. She then went over all the treatment options for us, and we decided to do the Chemo for Thunder. 5 or so weeks later Thunder went into remission, and, after having several conversations with Gabby, Daryl and the staff, we decided to stop treatment and see what would happen. They respected us very much and allowed us to make the choices, never once stepping over our boundaries. We moved to Sterling Co, soon after his treatments began and to this day, we still drive well over 2 hours to get to see his Dr. We are more than pleased with and happy that we found Wheat Ridge Hospital. The staff is kind, understanding, caring and compassionate. They treat your fur kids like a real patient, and always are willing to listen, they answer the questions i have, and give me more than enough information. Carly, Daryl, Gabby and Mary are all part of our Family now. It has been almost 7 months and i can honestly say i would not trust anyone else with my fur babies then these people <3. They are not only caring for my Thunder, but, when i have questions about my other fur kid, they are there for me too. They have become our regular vet and we would travel even further to make sure we got the best care ever. For anyone who is looking for a vet . GO HERE! They actually and truly honestly care for your pets and it shows.
Rebecca Gertz
17 May 2016
We love the WRAH! We generally see Dr. Robb, who is excellent, for routine and preventative care. We have also seen a number of the other vets here for emergency visits and after hours visits and hav...
We love the WRAH! We generally see Dr. Robb, who is excellent, for routine and preventative care. We have also seen a number of the other vets here for emergency visits and after hours visits and have always been impressed with the care. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. We feel very comfortable with the care both of our dogs have received here.
Carolyn Keyes Iyoob
17 May 2016
My husband and I were referred to Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital by our primary vet at Caring Hands Animal Hospital. Their specialists are wonderful! Dr. Finke diagnosed a rare condition in our dog and...
My husband and I were referred to Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital by our primary vet at Caring Hands Animal Hospital. Their specialists are wonderful! Dr. Finke diagnosed a rare condition in our dog and Dr. Misch is treating two torn tendons and the equivalent of a rotator cuff injury in the same dog. Lucky is a lucky dog and the care has been wonderful. I still keep both my dogs with Caring Hands Veterinary Clinic as the primary vet (they are wonderful too!) and I highly recommend Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital to anyone who loves their dog and wants to give him/her the best chance for recovery. Love Wheat Ridge!!!
Tii All
16 Apr 2016
Place is a total MONEYGRAB $$$$. They charged me $63 to look at my dog for 30 seconds and tell me she's ok..... then I buy an extra $56 shot that my dog "needed" and then she would have to come back ...
Place is a total MONEYGRAB $$$$. They charged me $63 to look at my dog for 30 seconds and tell me she's ok..... then I buy an extra $56 shot that my dog "needed" and then she would have to come back in for a booster 2 weeks later. I call back to schedule that appointment and they say the booster will be another $35???? What??? I payed for it!!! You never once told me that is what another charge. You told me it was payed for. That is wrong and unfair business. DO NOT GO HERE!!!!! Really unhappy with the service.
paul carnoske
11 Apr 2016
*WARNING*!!!! IF YOU LOVE YOUR PET PLEASE RECONSIDER TAKING THEM HERE. They killed my 8 week old kitten because I couldn't pay there extremely overly priced fees. My kitten had a Urinary tract infecti...
*WARNING*!!!! IF YOU LOVE YOUR PET PLEASE RECONSIDER TAKING THEM HERE. They killed my 8 week old kitten because I couldn't pay there extremely overly priced fees. My kitten had a Urinary tract infection, and because I questioned why it was going to cost $700 to have his bladder drained and some antibiotics prescribed, I was listed as having some financial restrictions. A catheter was inserted in him drained his bladder and sent him home. Needless to say this did not work due to the inflammation of infection and then having a catheter stuck in him and then removed. could someone please explain to me how they really thought this was going to work, I don't think they can. There was no time to let the antibiotics take effect and nothing was given to reduce the inflammation. Well I awoke to my little kittens abdomen swollen to the size of a tennis ball, so I called them right away and got him in within the 24hr grace period for a recheck. Well it was as if I had never been there before, new doctor, all new (but the same as yesterdays) tests, and a whole new set of charges. At my request to either leave the catheter in or keep him for a few hours to see if there are any complications this time, they opted to remove the catheter again and babysit him for just long enough that they could charge me for a full day of daily professional services $121.50 as well daily nursing care $92.25 to bring my daily total to $1,541.00 for all the exact same tests that they had run the day before, hence bringing my two day total to around $2,300 hundred dollars. I had already paid $700 hundred of this the day before. Wait it gets better (poor choice of words) or should I say worse, then I went to pick him up (they told me he was good to go home, again) he was re-blocked again (they should have left the catheter in and given the antibiotics a chance to work). This time they chose to do nothing, because I couldn't pull another $1,500 hundred dollars out of thin air plus whatever the cost would be to put the catheter back in $500. Here were my choices sign a promissory note agreeing to pay for all these new charges (that were twice as much as the day before for the same tests, blood work, UA, etc...+ a few hours of babysitting) and I would have to sign over ownership of my kitten. So because they hadn't fixed the problem, even if I signed the promissory note for the $1,500 dollars I still would have to give up ownership of my kitten so some agency could put up 2,500 for further care and to find it a new home. Excuse my French but that is bullshit! I left for a little while to weigh my options, to get a phone call from them saying his condition had worsened (because they did nothing, like putting the catheter back in so he wouldn't drown in his own urine)and he would have to be put down. I don't think I have ever been so miss treated and disrespected in all my life. If you have any morals and self respect, and you love your pet do the right thing by steering clear of this place. They are 10xs higher in price and it is all about the money and not your family member. my 8wk old kittens name was Lil-bit. I'm so sorry that I took you there little buddy I miss you and I will always carry your memory in my heart, you would be alive right now if I hadn't taken you to that hellhole. love you forever Lil-bit
Grow Family Love
14 Mar 2016
This place is wonderful. Our dog, Ladybird, had a stuck puppy in the middle of the night. Our vet was closed, so we called multiple 24 hour vet clinics. WRAH was the only one who was willing to help u...
This place is wonderful. Our dog, Ladybird, had a stuck puppy in the middle of the night. Our vet was closed, so we called multiple 24 hour vet clinics. WRAH was the only one who was willing to help us without charging us thousands of dollars. Every other 24 hour vet said there was no options other than a $3000 c-section. WRAH took care of her immediately, removed her stuck puppy and allowed her to birth her remaining puppies. A few hours and a few hundred dollars later, we have a happy mama and happy puppies. So grateful for their service! They truly care more about animals welfare than the almighty dollar.
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