How much does a dental cleaning cost here?

Under $400 for straightforward cleanings without extractions or bloodwork; other vets quote $1500+ for the same service.

Can Dr. Summar see exotic pets like rabbits or snakes?

Yes; he has long-standing experience with rabbits, guinea pigs, and snakes, and owners report bringing the same pets back for years.

Do they accept new patients?

The clinic has been restricting new-patient intake; the latest review says appointments are only offered if your pet needs anesthesia for a procedure, despite the business stating it serves the area.

Valley Veterinary Hospital Denver

Updated 2026-07-07 · 1,215 reviewed · 182 listed · Scored from 329 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(329) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

General Veterinary CareEmergency & Urgent CareVeterinary SurgeryLow-Cost / Affordable Vet CareExotic & Avian VetVeterinary DentistryLarge Animal / Equine Vet

Services: General Veterinary Care, Emergency & Urgent Care, Veterinary Surgery
Reviews: 329

What recent reviews say

Most owners drive long distances to return here, valuing the staff's genuine care and expertise alongside costs half what other vets charge. Dr. Summar and team handle general wellness, surgery, dental work, and exotic pets alike, performing procedures same-day and communicating transparently. Two older complaints cite misdiagnosis and questionable surgical advice, and a recent review flags difficulty getting new-patient appointments despite the clinic's stated openness.

Praised for

compassionate, knowledgeable staff
affordable pricing vs. competitors
willing to see emergencies and difficult cases
clear communication about procedures
skilled surgical work

Watch-outs

not accepting new patients despite availability claims
misdiagnosis in at least one case (dog death)
amputation recommendation disputed by owner

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Best for: Owners seeking affordable surgical and exotic pet care from a trusted, compassionate practice willing to see complex cases.

Think twice if: You need a new-patient appointment soon; clinic has recently restricted intake despite staff availability. One older review cites diagnostic misses in terminal and orthopedic cases.

Strengths

Pricing significantly below market averages for dental, surgery, and exotic care
Same-day emergency and surgical availability
Dr. Summar's long-term expertise with exotic animals (rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes)
Transparent, non-pushy communication on test and treatment needs

Worth knowing

Dr. Summar named as primary veterinarian in majority of reviews
Dental cleaning quoted at $1500 elsewhere done for under $400 here
Rabbit spay described as most affordable in area
Euthanasia and cremation support offered same-day
Email advice offered without requiring office visit
Emergency tongue growth surgery performed same-day with full transparency

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care: Owners praise straightforward diagnosis and care; one older review alleges missed diagnosis leading to pet death.
Emergency & Urgent Care: Performs same-day emergency surgery and accepts urgent walk-ins; recent complaint about not taking new patients limits availability.
Veterinary Surgery: Soft tissue and orthopedic surgery highly rated; one older review contests amputation advice for young dog.
Veterinary Dentistry: Dental work praised for affordability and skill; owners report getting procedures done for half typical cost.
Exotic & Avian Vet: Long experience with rabbits, guinea pigs, snakes; care described as expert and compassionate, especially end-of-life support.
Low-Cost / Affordable Vet Care: Consistently rated as half or less the cost of competing practices for surgery, dental, and exotic procedures.

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 57% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method

Star rating 86

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 67

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

312

Common questions

How much does a dental cleaning cost here?: Under $400 for straightforward cleanings without extractions or bloodwork; other vets quote $1500+ for the same service.
Can Dr. Summar see exotic pets like rabbits or snakes?: Yes; he has long-standing experience with rabbits, guinea pigs, and snakes, and owners report bringing the same pets back for years.
Do they accept new patients?: The clinic has been restricting new-patient intake; the latest review says appointments are only offered if your pet needs anesthesia for a procedure, despite the business stating it serves the area.

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