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Aurora Hills Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 327 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(327) 70 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Equine & Large Animal VetEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet Care
Aurora Hills Animal Hospital
Services
Equine & Large Animal Vet, Emergency & Urgent Care, Exotic & Avian Vet Care
Reviews
327

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise staff warmth and fast appointment availability, with several noting vets who explain treatment plans clearly and follow up by phone. The core problem is cost: many describe unexpectedly high bills ($75 consultations, $92 medicine refills, $800 bloodwork) and inflexible payment demands. More troubling are cases where diagnosis or communication failures have had severe consequences, including a dog that died after an initial visit missed a life-threatening urinary blockage, and a cat given tablets instead of liquid medication for a toothless senior. A 4.1 rating across 327 reviews masks real division: 69% five-star but 20% one- or two-star, suggesting a clinic that works well for some but has fundamental gaps in listening and billing transparency.

Praised for
  • caring, playful staff
  • thorough and gentle exams
  • fast appointments with minimal waits
  • knowledgeable vets
  • compassionate follow-up care
Watch-outs
  • high prices and itemized fees
  • misdiagnosis leading to missed emergencies
  • poor communication and unresponsiveness to concerns
  • inflexible payment policies
  • dismissive bedside manner
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Best for: Owners seeking quick appointments and genuinely caring staff, especially if pricing and communication processes are already understood.
Think twice if: Ask about all charges in advance. Some reviewers report bills grew unexpectedly fast, or faced barriers to paying over time. A few felt dismissed when discussing their pet's symptoms.

Strengths

  • Fast appointment scheduling with minimal waits
  • Staff report being attentive and playful with animals
  • Vets explain treatment plans and follow up by phone

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Riley praised for knowledge and compassion with chronic dog issues
  • Dr. Kyra noted for personal sympathy card after euthanasia and laser therapy; also cited for refusing to extend DDFL adoption coupon 48 hours
  • Receptionist praised for kindness despite missed appointment deadline
  • Charges mentioned: $75 consultation, $92 medicine refill, $800 bloodwork, $50 nail trim, $50 anal gland expression
  • One reviewer with annual loyalty switched to another clinic after billing and coupon disputes

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Fast appointments and caring approach praised; high consultation and diagnostic costs complained about
Emergency & Urgent Care
One reviewer reported being put on hold mid-call during emergency; cases of critical diagnoses missed at initial visit
Exotic & Avian Vet Care
Gentle kitten exam praised; inflexible refusal to honor adoption-partner coupon for sick kitten led to loss of client

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.58 average across the 103 equine & large animal vet businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 56% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 42
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
226
4
21
3
13
2
7
1
60

Common questions

Do you offer appointments same-day or next available?
Multiple reviewers report getting appointments quickly and minimal waits during scheduled visits
What does a standard exam cost?
Reviewers report $75 consultations, though total bills often exceed $300 once services are itemized
Can I pay for my visit over time?
One reviewer requesting payment in two installments was told no and advised to seek lower-cost clinics instead

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Last updated 2026-07-08