Can you see my pet the same day for an emergency?

Yes. One reviewer brought a dog in with a leg cut on a Saturday and was seen that day.

What is the $68 care plan?

It offers 5% discounts on some services and covers vaccines, but reviewers note most other issues still require out-of-pocket payment.

How do I know the cost before I commit to a procedure?

Ask for an itemized estimate in writing. One family had an undisclosed $400 blood test added without consent.

GoodVets South Denver

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 85 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(85) 79 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: 85

What recent reviews say

Staff and doctors earn consistent praise for patience and genuine care, especially with fearful or anxious animals. Reviewers note same-day emergency availability and thoughtful follow-ups. Pricing surprises and unclear cost communication are real friction points that undercut the experience for some families.

Praised for

compassionate and patient staff
gentle handling of anxious pets
thorough explanations and communication
availability for same-day emergencies
follow-up care after visits

Watch-outs

surprise bills and unclear pricing
vague pre-procedure time estimates
care plan lacks real coverage value

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Best for: Pet owners with anxious or fearful animals who prioritize gentle handling and patience.

Think twice if: Ask for an itemized cost estimate in writing before any procedure to avoid surprise charges later.

Strengths

staff genuinely patient with anxious animals
available for same-day emergencies
Dr. Morgan named repeatedly for thoroughness
calls to check on pets the next day

Worth knowing

Dr. Morgan named for compassionate care and clarity
vet tech praised for patience obtaining vitals from anxious cats
follow-up phone calls made the morning after procedures
staff accommodated anxious pet in exam room with owner present
care plan costs $68 but only offers 5% discount on most services

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care: Thorough exams and clear explanations of diagnosis praised; same-day emergency slots available.
Emergency & Urgent Care: Available on weekends; staff calm and supportive during urgent situations like lacerations.
Veterinary Surgery: Procedure time estimates sometimes vague; post-op follow-up calls made next morning.

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 34% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 68

Review volume 84

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 67

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Can you see my pet the same day for an emergency?: Yes. One reviewer brought a dog in with a leg cut on a Saturday and was seen that day.
What is the $68 care plan?: It offers 5% discounts on some services and covers vaccines, but reviewers note most other issues still require out-of-pocket payment.
How do I know the cost before I commit to a procedure?: Ask for an itemized estimate in writing. One family had an undisclosed $400 blood test added without consent.

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