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GoodVets LoHi

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,245 reviewed · 181 listed · Scored from 107 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(107) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareDental CareEmergency & Urgent CareSurgery & Specialty CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
GoodVets LoHi
Services
General Veterinary Care, Dental Care, Emergency & Urgent Care
Reviews
107

What recent reviews say

GoodVets LoHi earns strong marks for compassion and responsiveness in routine and urgent care. Staff greet anxious rescue animals with patience, same-day appointments are common, and the clinic is designed as a Fear Free environment with soft lighting and warm paint. Dr. Adaska, Dr. Kelly, Dr. Allison, Isa, Lexi, and Cheyenne appear frequently in praise.

However, two serious one-star reviews detail anesthesia complications during spay surgery: one kitten experienced cardiac arrest and low blood pressure, while staff communicated via text and a second reviewer felt financially pressured after receiving IV fluids for a sick pregnant dog, then referred to a low-cost clinic. These complaints suggest gaps in surgical safety protocols and sensitivity to cost-conscious owners.

Praised for
  • compassionate handling of anxious/rescue animals
  • thorough exams and attention to detail
  • transparent pricing and budget flexibility
  • same-day emergency access and follow-up care
  • Fear Free certification and calming clinic design
Watch-outs
  • anesthesia protocol error during spay (nearly fatal)
  • dismissive communication after medical complication
  • aggressive upselling to patients with limited budgets
  • lack of follow-up after adverse events
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Best for: Owners of anxious or rescue animals needing gentle handling and same-day care
Think twice if: Spay and neuter procedures carry documented anesthesia risks; budget-conscious owners should clarify costs upfront

Strengths

  • Fear Free certified with calming clinic design and soft lighting
  • same-day emergency appointments and after-hours follow-up
  • transparent price breakdowns before services
  • experienced with anxious and rescue animals

Worth knowing

  • Named veterinarians: Dr. Adaska, Dr. Kelly, Dr. Allison
  • Vet techs Isa, Lexi, Cheyenne, and Lisa appear in multiple positive reviews
  • Fear Free facility with warm exam room paint and low lighting instead of fluorescent
  • Provides dried beef liver treats to anxious animals
  • One anesthesia complication during spay: kitten experienced cardiac arrest and hypotension; referred to external surgery center after incident
  • Another patient reported anesthesia-related complications during neuter procedure with inadequate follow-up
  • Offers emergency Saturday evening appointments with staff staying after hours

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Praised for thorough exams, budget flexibility, and same-day appointments; wellness exams and first-visit diagnostics highly rated
Emergency & Urgent Care
Strong for same-day urgent care (splint change, obstruction triage); staff show emotional support and coordinate external care
Surgery & Specialty Care
Serious complications documented: kitten cardiac arrest and hypotension under anesthesia; inadequate post-operative communication and follow-up

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 37% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 79
Review volume 88
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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8

Common questions

Can I get an appointment the same day for an urgent issue?
Yes. One reviewer brought a cat with a swallowed ribbon and was seen the same day; another had an emergency splint change accommodated on a Saturday evening after hours.
Do they discuss costs before treating my pet?
Yes. Multiple reviewers confirm staff provide a price breakdown before any services are rendered.
Are they good with anxious or rescue dogs?
Yes. They are Fear Free certified and multiple rescue dog owners report their pets were noticeably more relaxed than at other clinics. Staff use patient, gentle handling.

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Last updated 2026-07-09