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Sploot Veterinary Care - 9+CO

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 761 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(761) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
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Sploot Veterinary Care - 9+CO
Services
General Veterinary Care, Emergency & Urgent Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews
761

What recent reviews say

Sploot consistently earns praise for friendly, experienced vets who communicate clearly and treat pets gently. Dr. Rachel Thresher, Dr. Livia Wieringa, Dr. Ben, and techs like Alexis and Eli appear frequently in positive feedback. The membership pricing is cited as a strength. However, recent complaints reveal gaps: rushed visits that skip key exams, reluctance to pursue diagnostics like biopsies, and payment transparency issues. The 1-star reviews suggest some staff members prioritize pet comfort over thorough diagnostics, and customers report 30-minute waits for billing and difficulty getting invoices.

Most visits result in satisfied customers who feel heard and respected. The clinic serves puppies, cats, and anxious pets well, with strong marks for vaccination, ear infections, and routine wellness. Yet the pattern of 1-star reviews points to inconsistency: what works in routine care sometimes falters when owners need more aggressive diagnosis or faster turnaround.

Recent shift: A shift toward mixed sentiment in recent weeks: early reviews (3-4 weeks ago) consistently five-star, but the past week has seen both strong five-star feedback and new one-star complaints about rushed/incomplete exams and diagnostic hesitancy.

Praised for
  • compassionate, knowledgeable vets
  • transparent pricing and memberships
  • gentle handling of pets
  • clear explanations
  • friendly, helpful staff
Watch-outs
  • rushed appointments, incomplete exams
  • inconsistent care quality between vets
  • defensive approach to diagnostic procedures
  • poor communication on payment/follow-up
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Best for: Families with puppies and anxious pets seeking affordable, kind care with transparent costs.
Think twice if: You need aggressive diagnostics or rapid specialist referrals; some vets avoid invasive procedures even when recommended.

Strengths

  • Transparent upfront pricing and membership savings
  • Named vets known for clear communication and compassion
  • Gentle technique with anxious and young pets
  • Accessible pricing that works with limited budgets

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Rachel Thresher, Dr. Livia Wieringa, Dr. Ben, and techs Alexis and Eli named in multiple positive reviews
  • Membership offers up to $650 per year in savings according to their website
  • Complained-about incidents: 7-minute visit for two cats, 30-minute wait for billing, reluctance to biopsy oral mass, incomplete second-cat exam

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Routine wellness and vaccination visits praised for gentle technique and clear advice; one complaint of rushed, incomplete exam.
Emergency & Urgent Care
Positive feedback on urgent infection cases with clear clinical explanation; availability appears responsive.
Veterinary Surgery
Nail removal and spay/neuter procedures praised for fair pricing and thorough pre/post-op explanation.
Veterinary Dentistry
Limited direct mention; one complaint alleges reluctance to pursue oral diagnostics due to pet comfort concerns.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care
Membership pricing and willingness to discuss affordability barriers noted positively; transparent upfront costs highlighted.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.57 average across the 104 emergency & urgent care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 82% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer a membership or pricing discount?
Yes. Their website lists $50 off first appointments for new members and a SplootPack membership offering up to $650 per year in savings.
Are your vets experienced with anxious or young pets?
Reviewers frequently praise staff for gentleness with nervous and young animals, including successful vaccine delivery without animals feeling the needle.
How transparent is your pricing upfront?
Multiple reviews confirm costs are discussed before service, though one customer reported difficulty obtaining an invoice after three phone calls.

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Last updated 2026-07-07