How long does it take to get an appointment?

Reviewers note appointments are on time and the process is easy; no wait-time complaints, though specific availability windows are not detailed in reviews.

Do you offer emergency care?

Yes. One reviewer's cat went into anaphylactic shock during a routine visit and received immediate, accurate treatment that saved the cat's life.

What areas do you serve?

The clinic serves Denver, Stapleton, Aurora, Colorado, and surrounding areas. Their website claims house-call services, though reviews do not detail house-call logistics.

Montclair Animal Clinic

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 644 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(644) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Low-Cost / Affordable Vet CareMobile & House-Call VetGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary DentistryVeterinary Surgery

Services: Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care, Mobile & House-Call Vet, General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Reviews: 644

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently experience genuine care and affordability; many have stayed for a decade or more. Dr. Sharkey and the team handle routine care and emergencies with calm professionalism, explain options clearly, and avoid unnecessary costs. One patient reported a medication follow-up failure and communication breakdown, offset by strong emergency response when a cat went into anaphylactic shock.

The clinic serves dogs, cats, and other animals across general wellness, surgery, and dental work. Staff earn repeated praise for their bond with animals. A few reviewers note they drive across Denver specifically to return here, citing price-to-quality ratio as unmatched. The business lists house-call and low-cost services; review evidence directly supports affordability and long-term care relationships.

Praised for

passionate, attentive veterinarians
warm, caring staff from front desk to doctors
honest pricing without unnecessary upsells
long-term patient relationships and loyalty
handles emergency situations with speed and expertise

Watch-outs

poor follow-up on test results and medication concerns
lack of communication after procedures
medication prescribed without adequate monitoring

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Best for: Pet owners seeking long-term, affordable care with direct access to the same veterinarians over years.

Think twice if: Follow-up communication on lab results and medication adjustments has been inconsistent; call to confirm any post-visit contact plan.

Strengths

Owner-operated with Dr. Sharkey and staff known by name
pricing transparency and affordability without upsells
emergency readiness and fast decision-making under crisis
multi-decade patient relationships across the community

Worth knowing

Dr. Sharkey is the named principal veterinarian; reviewers distinguish between multiple doctors on staff
In-house laboratory and fully stocked pharmacy
Grooming service (referred to as 'Susan salon') offered alongside medical care
Long-term patients note they drive across Denver despite closer competitors to return here
Emergency anaphylactic response praised for speed and accuracy of diagnosis

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care: Routine vaccinations, wellness visits, and cat care praised as thorough and easy to schedule.
Veterinary Surgery: Surgical outcomes described as professional; one reviewer trusted them enough to compare to human medical care.
Emergency & Urgent Care: Rapid recognition and treatment of anaphylactic shock; staff stayed calm and accurate under high pressure.
Veterinary Dentistry: Grooming and dental care mentioned positively; patients report animals looking and feeling better after care.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care: Reviewers repeatedly cite affordability and honest pricing; one patient specifically chose them over closer competitors for value.
Mobile & House-Call Vet: No direct review evidence available.

How it compares

Rated 4.8 against a 4.57 average across the 62 low-cost / affordable vet care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 86

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 67

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

603

Common questions

How long does it take to get an appointment?: Reviewers note appointments are on time and the process is easy; no wait-time complaints, though specific availability windows are not detailed in reviews.
Do you offer emergency care?: Yes. One reviewer's cat went into anaphylactic shock during a routine visit and received immediate, accurate treatment that saved the cat's life.
What areas do you serve?: The clinic serves Denver, Stapleton, Aurora, Colorado, and surrounding areas. Their website claims house-call services, though reviews do not detail house-call logistics.

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