Can I get a same-day appointment if my pet is sick?

Yes. One reviewer had a sick cat seen and treated the same day; another had a cat brought in from Aurora and seen within an hour.

Are they good with anxious dogs?

Yes. Multiple reviewers praise them for handling anxious and reactive dogs with patience and understanding, even helping an owner's reactive dog feel comfortable during the visit.

Do they call to follow up after visits?

Yes. At least one reviewer reported receiving a call the next day to check on their sick cat after treatment.

GoodVets Highlands

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 54 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(54) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

General & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet CareEquine & Large Animal Vet

Services: General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews: 54

What recent reviews say

Most visits feel unhurried and kind. Staff and vets listen, explain clearly, and show real patience with nervous animals. They get pets in quickly and call to check on them after. A few reviewers found exams too quick or felt pressured on pricing; one owner reported staff ignored explicit instructions about not clipping nails.

Dr. Devin and tech Lizz earn specific praise. The Highlands location handles walk-ins fast and has calm rooms where even anxious dogs relax. Appointment times are usually same-day or within hours, even from Aurora. Pricing leans toward the upper end, though one reviewer noted affordability as a strength.

Praised for

compassionate staff
good with anxious pets
thorough communication
fast appointments
follow-up care

Watch-outs

ignored instructions on nail care
rushed exams
high prices on tests

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Best for: Owners of anxious or reactive dogs; families needing quick, compassionate care.

Think twice if: Budget-conscious owners should know prices run high; ask upfront about test costs. One owner reported instructions about nail care were not followed.

Strengths

same-day or rapid appointments
staff who listen and explain thoroughly
calm, welcoming environment
proactive follow-up calls after visits

Worth knowing

Dr. Devin provides detailed health explanations and recommendations
Tech Lizz noted for kindness
Same-day or one-hour appointments common
Staff call next day to check on sick animals
Insurance sign-up handled on-site
Calm environment helps anxious or reactive animals feel at ease

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care: quick appointments with thorough explanations; one reviewer felt exam was rushed
Emergency & Urgent Care: urgent cats and dogs seen immediately; same-day availability praised
Veterinary Surgery: one post-surgical follow-up valued; another reviewed felt post-op hind legs were not checked
Veterinary Dentistry: nail trim service; one owner reported explicit instructions to not clip nails were ignored
Exotic & Avian Vet Care: no direct review evidence

How it compares

Rated 4.5 against a 4.57 average across the 99 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 69

Review volume 76

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 67

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment if my pet is sick?: Yes. One reviewer had a sick cat seen and treated the same day; another had a cat brought in from Aurora and seen within an hour.
Are they good with anxious dogs?: Yes. Multiple reviewers praise them for handling anxious and reactive dogs with patience and understanding, even helping an owner's reactive dog feel comfortable during the visit.
Do they call to follow up after visits?: Yes. At least one reviewer reported receiving a call the next day to check on their sick cat after treatment.

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