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Overland Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 899 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(899) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareVeterinary SurgeryVeterinary DentistryLow-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Overland Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Veterinary Surgery, Veterinary Dentistry
Reviews
899

What recent reviews say

Most visits feel unhurried and welcoming. Dr. Brown, Kaplan, Pansiera, and Diaz earn consistent praise for answering questions thoroughly and treating anxious pets with patience. Pricing on wellness exams and shots is noted as fair. One recent client quit over sudden medication-management policy changes without clear explanation of future criteria or process, though they acknowledged the underlying care was solid.

The clinic handles surgery (extractions, orthopedic work), dentistry, vaccinations, and diagnostics in-house. Staff come to the lobby for nervous dogs and research options for difficult decisions. Ruby Hill location serves Denver. The main friction point: changes to care protocols need better advance communication and a predictable framework clients can plan around.

Praised for
  • compassionate, patient staff
  • thorough explanations and question time
  • skilled vets (Brown, Kaplan, Pansiera, Diaz)
  • handles nervous/reactive dogs well
  • good value pricing
Watch-outs
  • medication management changes poorly communicated
  • unclear process for ongoing care decisions
  • unpredictable prescription-management approach
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Best for: Pet owners who value calm, attentive care and clear communication, especially with nervous or anxious dogs.
Think twice if: Changes to medication or care protocols should be explained upfront with clear ongoing criteria; this clinic's discretionary approach may feel unpredictable if you prefer a fixed plan.

Strengths

  • Multiple skilled vets with strong reputations
  • Unhurried appointments with thorough explanation
  • Handles anxious and reactive pets calmly
  • Fair pricing on routine care

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Brown, Dr. Kaplan, Dr. Pansiera, Dr. Diaz named and praised
  • Tech visits available for quick shots; staff comes to lobby for nervous dogs
  • Surgical services include tooth extractions and orthopedic procedures
  • Front desk staff praised for speed getting urgent appointments
  • Staff research healthcare options and call/email with recommendations

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Thorough exams, patient time answering questions, handles anxious pets well.
Veterinary Surgery
Tooth extractions and orthopedic procedures praised; gentle handling noted.
Veterinary Dentistry
Tooth extractions mentioned positively; part of routine surgical scope.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Wellness exams and shots described as good value and great price.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.57 average across the 143 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 88% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
777
4
51
3
15
2
7
1
49

Common questions

Do you have appointments available quickly for emergencies?
Front desk staff praised for getting urgent cases in asap; they come to the lobby for quick shots on reactive dogs.
Are your vets experienced with anxious dogs?
Yes. Multiple reviews note staff patience and lack of judgment with nervous and reactive pets, including coming to the lobby to minimize stress.
Do you do tooth extractions and surgery?
Yes. Reviews mention tooth extractions, orthopedic procedures, and soft tissue surgery. Their website lists spay/neuter and orthopedic work.
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Last updated 2026-07-07