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Livewell Animal Hospital of RiNo

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 168 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(168) 88 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet CareGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet CareEquine & Large Animal Vet
Livewell Animal Hospital of RiNo
Services
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care, General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
168

What recent reviews say

Most visits bring quick access and a calm, caring team that asks questions without rushing. Dr. Kramer and Dr. Hoppe lead a staff known for surgical skill, follow-up calls after procedures, and transparent pricing. One receptionist's phone manner and a missed diagnosis on an eyelid issue stand out as rough spots in an otherwise consistent track record.

Staff including vet techs Camryn and Olga, and front-desk workers like Teresa and Kevin, earn repeated praise for reading pets' stress signals and explaining treatment clearly. Patients relocating to other cities report they plan to return to Livewell. The hospital operates across emergency, surgical, dental, and preventive care in RiNo and adjacent neighborhoods.

Praised for
  • compassionate, knowledgeable doctors
  • friendly, welcoming staff
  • minimal wait times and same-day availability
  • genuine care for animals
  • fair pricing
Watch-outs
  • dismissive phone reception from one staff member
  • misdiagnosis of eyelid growth leading to eye damage
  • feeling of unnecessary upsells on bills
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Best for: Owners seeking experienced surgical care, urgent same-day access, and staff who listen without rushing.
Think twice if: Phone reception quality varies; if an initial call feels unwelcoming, ask to schedule in person. Get a second opinion on growth removals.

Strengths

  • same-day and rapid appointment availability
  • surgical expertise with post-operative phone updates
  • staff attentiveness to anxious or reactive pets
  • fair pricing with transparent estimates

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Kramer and Dr. Hoppe named as lead vets
  • Vet techs Camryn and Olga praised for animal comfort
  • Front-desk staff Teresa and Kevin noted for professionalism
  • TPLO surgery completed for reactive dogs
  • Post-operative follow-up calls made by Dr. Kramer
  • Same-day appointments available
  • Personalized welcome signs for returning patients

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Rapid appointments, thorough exams, transparent planning discussed upfront.
Veterinary Surgery
TPLO procedures completed smoothly; Dr. Kramer calls post-op to update owners.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day urgent appointments available; reviewers report quick access.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental services listed; no specific reviews on this category.
Exotic & Avian Vet Care
Treated exotic bird (chicken) with noted care; limited review detail.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Reviewers describe pricing as fair and straightforward, never undercut by discounters in reviews.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.57 average across the 99 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 42% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 91
Review volume 97
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I get a same-day appointment?
Yes. One reviewer reported booking within an hour of calling. Another noted no wait at their first visit and went straight to the exam room.
Do they offer post-surgery updates?
Yes. Dr. Kramer made multiple follow-up calls after spay and TPLO surgeries to reassure owners about recovery progress.
What neighborhoods do they serve?
They serve River North Art District, RiNo, Five Points, and Auraria, according to their website.
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Last updated 2026-07-08