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Western Animal Clinic

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,245 reviewed · 181 listed · Scored from 513 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(513) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareDental CareExotic & Avian CareLarge Animal & Equine
Western Animal Clinic
Services
General Veterinary Care, Dental Care, Exotic & Avian Care
Reviews
513

What recent reviews say

For 15 years and counting, families bring dogs and cats here for walk-in care that doesn't gouge on emergency fees. Dr. Shiarella's no-nonsense approach-skipping unnecessary tests, diagnosing by observation, handling dental work affordably-builds trust. Staff draw blood without causing yelps and hold space for end-of-life goodbyes. The tradeoff: first-come, first-served means waiting in your car, sometimes in heat.

Praised for
  • honest, straightforward care without unnecessary tests
  • Dr. Shiarella skilled and genuinely cares
  • walk-in availability with no emergency surcharge
  • fair, affordable pricing
  • compassionate, kind staff
Watch-outs
  • parking lot waiting in heat without indoor seating
  • phone staff can be rude
  • waits can be lengthy
compassionate-staffknowledgeable-vetstransparent-pricingcaring-bedside-mannergentle-with-animalslong-wait-times
Best for: Pet owners who value affordability, honesty, and skip-the-appointment flexibility over short wait times.
Think twice if: You need a quick visit or cannot wait outside your car in any weather; phone access to records requests can be slow or curt.

Strengths

  • walk-in availability with no emergency fee markup
  • Dr. Shiarella's diagnostic skill and no-BS approach
  • competitive dental pricing
  • staff genuinely care and perform procedures skillfully

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Shiarella named as lead veterinarian; praised for diagnostic skill and straightforward manner
  • Stephanie named as phlebotomist; praised for drawing blood without distressing animals
  • Walk-in model (first-come, first-served) is core to service; no emergency surcharge
  • Dental work explicitly mentioned as reasonably priced and available
  • Customers report waiting in parking lot is standard; air-conditioned waiting room not consistently available

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Straightforward diagnosis, surgical care, and ongoing treatment without unnecessary testing praised; long waits noted.
Dental Care
Dental cleaning and work praised as affordable compared to other Denver clinics.
Exotic & Avian Care
Mentioned in directory listing; no explicit review evidence.
Large Animal & Equine
Mentioned in directory listing; no explicit review evidence.

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 72% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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434
4
40
3
9
2
2
1
28

Common questions

Do I need an appointment?
No. Western Animal operates first-come, first-served. Reviewers recommend arriving early to minimize wait time.
Is there an emergency surcharge for walk-in visits?
No. Unlike other Denver clinics, walk-in care is not subject to an emergency fee.
What should I expect while waiting?
Waits can be long. Reviewers note sitting in your car is standard, and the clinic may not have indoor seating available during busy times.
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Last updated 2026-07-09