What's the cost of a first visit?

The website lists $25 for the first exam.

Do they handle emergencies?

Yes, emergency care is listed on their site and they are open 7 days, but reviewers report slow communication during urgent follow-ups.

Are they open on weekends?

Yes, they publish hours for all 7 days.

Red Rocks Animal Center

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 1,086 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(1086) 70 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices

Low-Cost / Affordable Vet CareGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryEmergency & Urgent CareExotic & Avian Vet CareEquine & Large Animal Vet

Services: Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care, General & Wellness Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews: 1086

What recent reviews say

Red Rocks earns loyalty from pet owners who value affordability and compassionate care. Reviewers consistently praise the staff's gentleness and the $25 first exam, and many describe decades of trust. However, serious gaps emerge: poor follow-up communication during medical crises, pharmacy delays lasting weeks, misread diagnostics that led some owners to seek care elsewhere, and pricing surprises (quotes jumping from $300-$400 to over $800 for X-rays). The clinic appears to be managing volume pressures unevenly, delivering thoughtful day-to-day care while stumbling on critical handoffs.

Staff competence varies. Some reviewers credit the team with life-changing diagnoses and pain management for senior pets. Others report missed lumps, incorrect blood work interpretation contradicted by specialists, and dismissal of owner concerns. Long wait times (over 90 minutes) are occasional but noted. The emerging picture is a budget-friendly, animal-focused clinic with strong interpersonal warmth that falters most when communication matters most.

Praised for

affordable pricing
gentle handling of animals
caring and attentive staff
strong long-term relationships

Watch-outs

poor communication and unreturned calls
medication fulfillment delays
diagnostic oversights and misinterpretation
pricing discrepancies and surprise charges

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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable routine and preventive care for healthy, young animals with established relationships nearby.

Think twice if: Your pet needs rapid diagnosis during a crisis, close medication follow-up, or has complex symptoms requiring rigorous interpretation. Some owners report delayed pharmacy orders and communication breakdowns.

Strengths

Low first-visit fee ($25)
Staff known for gentleness with anxious or senior animals
Spans emergency, surgery, and general care in one location

Worth knowing

First exam price: $25 (per website)
Dr. Collins mentioned by name; some reviewers credit her, others fault her diagnostic communication
X-ray pricing reportedly quoted at $300-$400 over phone but charged $800+ on arrival
Pharmacy delays of 16+ days reported for ordered medications
Wait times exceed 90 minutes occasionally
Owner reports pet unable to walk day after procedure with no advance warning

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care: Praised for gentle routine exams and affordable first visits; some owners report missed diagnoses.
Veterinary Surgery: Reviewers praise recovery outcomes and pain management; one report of post-procedure complications with no advance warning.
Emergency & Urgent Care: Mixed: staff compassionate in crisis but slow to return calls and follow up on results.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care: Strong appeal of $25 first exam; some pricing surprises (quotes understate final charges).

How it compares

Rated 4.1 against a 4.57 average across the 99 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 93% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 41

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 48

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

750

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Common questions

What's the cost of a first visit?: The website lists $25 for the first exam.
Do they handle emergencies?: Yes, emergency care is listed on their site and they are open 7 days, but reviewers report slow communication during urgent follow-ups.
Are they open on weekends?: Yes, they publish hours for all 7 days.

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