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Livewell Animal Hospital of Sloan Lake

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 141 Google reviews · How we rank ›

5.0(141) 92 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Veterinary DentistryGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet CareEquine & Large Animal Vet
Livewell Animal Hospital of Sloan Lake
Services
Veterinary Dentistry, General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
141

What recent reviews say

Every review is five stars. Visitors praise Dr. Z and Dr. Coleman by name for patience, clear communication, and genuine care. Staff like Katie, Greta, and Jade earn repeated mention for making anxious and rescue dogs feel safe. Prices consistently surprise reviewers as lower than expected, and the facility is clean. One reviewer drives 30 minutes rather than visit closer clinics.

Praised for
  • compassionate, attentive staff
  • knowledgeable vets
  • fear-free, gentle handling
  • affordable pricing
  • clean, organized facility
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Best for: Owners of anxious, reactive, or rescue dogs; anyone seeking transparent, affordable veterinary care.

Strengths

  • Fear-free approach with anxious and rescue dogs
  • Named vets known for clear explanations
  • Competitive pricing versus other Denver clinics
  • Same-day or next-day urgent appointments

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Z noted for patience with senior dogs and joint pain management
  • Dr. Coleman specializes in anxious and rescue dog behavior; one reviewer travels 30 minutes to see her
  • Vet tech Katie uses treat distraction before injections
  • Vet tech Jade praised for efficiency
  • Uses voice recording during visits for later AI transcription to free vet to focus on patient interaction
  • Reports of same-day or next-day urgent slots
  • Price quotes cited as thousands less than competitor estimates

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Wellness visits consistently praised for thoroughness and attentiveness to owner questions.
Veterinary Surgery
Competitive surgical pricing; one reviewer noted quotes thousands lower than other clinics.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Same-day and next-day urgent slots reported; staff described as welcoming during stressful situations.
Exotic & Avian Vet Care
No specific review evidence.
Veterinary Dentistry
No specific review evidence.
Equine & Large Animal Vet
No specific review evidence.

How it compares

  • Rated 5 against a 4.57 average across the 99 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 40% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 96
Review volume 93
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do they handle anxious pets?
Yes. Multiple reviews highlight fear-free handling techniques, especially with rescue and reactive dogs. Dr. Coleman specializes in anxious patients.
How quickly can I get an appointment?
Same-day and next-day urgent slots are available. One reviewer needing a health certificate was scheduled next day.
Are prices competitive?
Reviewers report quotes thousands lower than other Denver vet clinics for surgical procedures.
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Last updated 2026-07-08