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Denver Cat Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,245 reviewed · 181 listed · Scored from 199 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(199) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified Publishes prices
General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareDental CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Denver Cat Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Dental Care
Reviews
199

What recent reviews say

Regulars report nearly a decade of steady, caring service with vets and staff who genuinely connect with owners during nervous moments-especially during dental surgery and end-of-life care. The clinic earns loyalty through gentle handling, clear explanations, and same-day communication from most staff. However, a 2025 ownership change by private equity has introduced pricing friction, variable responsiveness from one vet, and a bereavement process that felt reactive rather than proactive.

Most reviewers praise Dr. Rognrud's same-day responses and empathy, while Dr. Maybank gets mixed marks for availability. Andrea stands out repeatedly for hand-holding through procedures. Pricing ($95 basic exams, $25 off first visit) feels reasonable to most but some report pressure toward expensive labs and their own pharmacy, which differs sharply from their older, pre-equity model.

Recent shift: Private equity acquisition (2-3 years prior to Feb 2025) appears to have introduced pricing pressure, lab-work upselling, and variable vet responsiveness. One long-term client noted the clinic was better before this ownership change; bereavement care was also reactive post-complaint rather than proactive.

Praised for
  • compassionate, engaged staff
  • cat-focused expertise
  • gentle handling of anxious cats
  • transparent communication before/after procedures
  • quick scheduling and minimal wait times
Watch-outs
  • private equity ownership affecting care consistency
  • delayed response from one vet
  • expensive tests and procedures pushed as necessary
  • poor bereavement follow-up initially
  • inconsistent quality between vets
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Best for: Cat owners with anxious or senior pets seeking unrushed exams and specialty dental care.
Think twice if: Expect variable responsiveness depending which vet you see; one recent reviewer questioned necessity of expensive lab work and pharmacy upsells.

Strengths

  • cat-only clinic eliminates dog-stressed waiting room experience
  • specializes in anxious-cat care with documented gentle handling
  • dental surgery and specialty services on-site
  • open seven days a week including Saturdays

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Rognrud: same-day communication, praised for compassion with anxious cats
  • Dr. Maybank: delays of up to 3 days on phone/text responses
  • Andrea: repeatedly named for hand-holding during surgical procedures
  • Dental procedures and mass removal offered in-house
  • Pet food return policy mentioned
  • Online portal with chat feature for follow-ups
  • Caring Pathways partnership for at-home euthanasia
  • Private equity owned (approximately 2-3 years as of Feb 2025)

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Long-term clients praise gentle exams and minimal wait times; recent reviewer questions cost pressure on basic visits.
Dental Care
Multiple reviews highlight compassionate support during dental surgery; one reviewer appreciated clear explanation of necessity.
Surgery & Specialty Care
Praised for mass removal alongside dental work with thorough pre/post communication; one procedure could not be completed but safety prioritized.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.59 average across the 167 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 46% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 79
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Are there dogs in the waiting room?
No, Denver Cat Hospital is cat-only, so your anxious cat won't encounter dogs during visits.
Can I schedule online?
Yes, their website allows online scheduling and includes a portal chat feature for follow-up questions.
Do you handle dental procedures in-house?
Yes, they offer dental surgery and mass removal on-site with pre- and post-procedure consultation and monitoring.

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Last updated 2026-07-09