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Second Chances Veterinary Care

Updated 2026-07-08 · 1,063 reviewed · 177 listed · Scored from 410 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(410) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet CareMobile & House-Call VetVeterinary DentistryGeneral & Wellness Veterinary CareVeterinary Surgery
Second Chances Veterinary Care
Services
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care, Mobile & House-Call Vet, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
410

What recent reviews say

Staff consistently greet patients with kindness and work fast to fit animals in, especially for urgent or end-of-life needs. Dental cleanings produce visible results that owners note; pricing beats many traditional clinics, though a handful of customers say their costs run higher than expected. A recurring friction: some appointments are handled by technicians without a veterinarian present, and communication about treatment options can feel blunt when budgets are tight.

The business covers general wellness, surgery, dental work, and house calls across Denver and the Front Range. Dr. Mausbach leads the team. Most visits feel efficient rather than leisurely, and owners report clear explanations upfront. A few patients felt staff dismissed their requests or failed to explore diagnostic options step-by-step within their financial means.

Praised for
  • affordable pricing relative to alternatives
  • kind and compassionate staff
  • dental surgery results
  • quick appointment scheduling and minimal wait times
  • end-of-life care and support
Watch-outs
  • lack of veterinarian presence at appointments
  • dismissive of owner requests and budget constraints
  • pricing disputed as not truly low-cost
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Best for: Pet owners seeking affordable surgery and dental care who value quick access and gentle staff.
Think twice if: New patients who want to meet the veterinarian in person, or those with complex diagnostic needs who prefer a collaborative cost-sharing approach.

Strengths

  • pricing competitive with regular clinics
  • emergency appointments within hours
  • fast scheduling and minimal delays
  • end-of-life support including memorial options

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Mausbach leads the team
  • Dental cleanings result in visible improvement owners mention
  • Emergency appointments available within hours
  • House-call services offered
  • Staff handled recent end-of-life appointment with memorial options

What reviews say by service

General & Wellness Veterinary Care
Wellness and vaccine clinics praised for friendly staff and quick scheduling.
Veterinary Dentistry
Dental cleanings and extractions produce strong visible results; owners note satisfaction with tooth appearance post-procedure.
Veterinary Surgery
Spay/neuter and soft tissue surgery patients report comfort during process and good recovery outcomes.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Many find pricing well below traditional clinics; one customer disputes the affordable claim as cost was higher than expected.
Mobile & House-Call Vet
Website lists service but no review text directly addresses house-call experience.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.57 average across the 62 low-cost / affordable vet care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 63% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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8
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6
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28

Common questions

Do I have to meet the veterinarian at my appointment?
Not always. Technicians handle some visits; a few new patients were surprised to work only with techs. Ask upfront if you want to meet Dr. Mausbach in person.
How soon can you fit in an urgent appointment?
One end-of-life patient was booked within a couple of hours. Standard urgent care exams start at $80.
Are your dental cleaning prices truly low-cost?
Their website lists cat cleanings from $399, dogs under 30 lbs from $549, and dogs over 30 lbs from $649. Most reviewers say this is cheaper than their regular vet, but one customer disagreed.
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Last updated 2026-07-08