Category: | Animal Hospital |
Address: | 221 W County Line Rd, Littleton, CO 80129, USA |
Phone: | +1 303-794-1188 |
Site: | covetspec.com |
Rating: | 4.4 |
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Margaret Orraj
So checked into this place around 7:30 with a 3 month old cat whos been vomiting and had diarrhea all day. Came in with a stool sample so they could run a fecal. We were brought into a room within ten minutes of being here by a tech named dan who got the initial information from us and checked weight and temperature. We were then told by him that they were busy tonight and we might be waiting a little while (he did not take the sample to run the fecal which could have been done while we were waiting). TWO AND A HALF HOURS later with NO COMMUNICATION my mother finally went into the lobby and had to stare someone down and ask for an eta on when we would be seen. The doctor had no idea we were even here (super lovely) THANKS A BUNCH FOR THAT DAN. The doctor came into the room with us and decided a fecal needed to be ran....yet again I feel as though Dan maybe dropped the ball here as I said before, this could have been done during the two and a half hours we were waiting to be seen. After the decision to run a fecal was made another tech came in to try to tell us that the two teaspoons of poop we brought was not enough to run more than a direct at which point my mom offered to run it for them as she mentioned to them that she has been a vet tech for the last nine years. Then suddenly, there was enough to run the full four. I just love magic ;) So three hours into our journey, we are still waiting and will probably be here for a while. So just a heads up - anyone coming in should maybe bring a sleeping bag and some water and snacks, portable did player maybe, oh and of Dan checks you in maybe just turn around and go somewhere else
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Scott Julsen
Its always a nerve racking process to have to go to the vet ER. I had some issues with my dog and brought him in for an exam. I preface this review by stating this situation is ultimately my fault. What do I mean? I have control of what procedures and medication I choose to use or not use. The bill came to $600 and we did a couple of unnecessary procedures and we certainly didnt need all the medication provided. Overkill. Buyer be smart. They are a business, yes they help our pets, but its a business to make money. Its your right and responsibility as a consumer to ask questions and be diligent on procedures...do you really need it? Do you need that medication for $100? In my case, I didnt ask and I made a terrible mistake by not slowing their process down and being cognizant of what I was spending my money on. This is my fault and it sure doesnt feel good to be played. Everybody was really nice because they just made $600 off of me in less than 2 hours. We didnt need 1/2 the meds/procedures they set us up with. I feel foolish for not saying anything. Just remember folks....they are a business and use slick tactics to get your money. Be smart when going here and ask to disclose everything as you are moving through the process so you do not end up with an outrageous bill for $600 ...for nothing. Please protect yourself. Oh ya, they didnt find anything wrong with my dog.
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Alicia Roberts
I had to take my 10 year old Boxer there for an injury to his leg after hours. The front staff was great and answered all my questions. However after I picked my dog up when they finished his sutures he was bleeding more than when I dropped him off. They prescribed way too much medication and for two days until I consulted with another vet my dog would not eat, drink, pee or poop because he was so medicated. After following other vets directions and cut his medication in more than half he was eating and drinking and moving around normal and still had pain management. I took him in for follow up to get a tube removed and Surgeon Lineberger was awful. He said my dog was going to lose his leg and wanted to keep him for weeks to do a procedure and charge me $3,000-6,000. He did not answer any of my questions and said there was nothing I could do for him at home. I took my dog for a second opinion the next morning at Academy Acres and 2 weeks later my dogs leg was almost completely healed for only $52.00 I was able to soak his leg in water and iodine and continue medication and the dead skin fell off and his new skin grew back together. The sutures they supposedly did the night he was injured had all fallen out before the skin was closed and had to be re-sutured. Lineberger jumped the gun and thank the Lord I got another opinion and my dogs leg was spared!
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Sararose Wheeler
In early July our dog Lola tore her ACL and needed surgery. I was absolutely besides myself and was really overwhelmed considering all of the places recommended to me were scheduling months out and some were quoting me $5000-$6000. I started doing my own research, found Colorado Veterinary Specialists and called to schedule. They were able to get her in for a consult within a few days, could then get her in for surgery the day after the consult and quoted me $3500-$4500. When we met with Darren Imhoff I immediately liked his calm demeanor. He explained the entire process very thoroughly and then sat patiently through me asking my list of 10+ questions while answering them with detail. Once Lola was home and recovering I found myself with so many more questions. I emailed him almost once a day for the first week and he responded so quickly. Overall, he made a horrible experience so much better and Lola is now fully recovered and back to her crazy self. I would HIGHLY recommend Colorado Veterinary Specialists and Darren Imhoff if your dog needs surgery. Thank you so much!
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Carrie Cooper
The level of caring and expertise at CVS is second to none. Having been to multiple vets and specialists in the south metro area, I can assure you the these doctors and support staff put your animal first. My lab retriever is young and has severe vestibular disease and an autoimmune disorder. Dr. Laura Russell, DVM (emergency medicine) actively listened to me and genuinely showed compassion and respect to my dog. Her thorough examination and straight forward approach to my animals care was excellent. Dr. Beth Lewis, DVM (surgery) was extremely compassionate and knowledgeable. I have the utmost confidence in these doctors. Heres what you need to know: these doctors spend time with you, clearly love what they do and love animals first and foremost. These doctors care more about quality vet services than money. Their fees for services are not inflated... How often can we pet owners say that about specialized veterinary care?
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VICKIE MARIE
I took my 19 month old Belgian Sheepdog puppy in with a high temp on a Saturday night (of course! they seldom get sick during normal hours during the week!). The clinic was very busy even at that late hour, but he was kept stable until diagnostic tests could be run. This young dog had pneumonia, etiology never fully determined. He was dangerously ill, and they provided both healing and supportive measures until he was able to come home 3 days later. When I took him back in a week later for further diagnostic tests, he was thrilled to be there and trotted happily off to greet his new friends. They obviously did more than just treat him physically....he loves their great staff! I certainly hope Ive no more after hours emergencies, but if I do, Ill be taking my dogs to Colorado Vet Specialists. They also have a great Repro Specialist whom my Terv is also very fond of!