By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Boulder
Boulder has 11 veterinary clinics, with a strong average Google rating of 4.7 from 3,988 reviews, so pet owners have a solid starting point. One thing to plan for is access, current listings do not show weekend openings, so it helps to confirm hours and urgent-care arrangements before you need them.
Our Score compares visible clinics in this country. The transparency part of the score is how many services the clinic has published, measured against the highest number published by a visible clinic in the same country. This town is in United States.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veterinary Emergency Group | 43/100 | — | — |
| South Boulder Animal Hospital | 41/100 | — | — |
| Gunbarrel Veterinary Hospital | 40/100 | — | 1 |
For most dog and cat owners, Boulder looks like a good place to start your search. There is a decent spread of options, and the amount of feedback from other pet owners is strong enough to suggest people are actively using and talking about local vets. That usually makes it easier to find a practice that fits your pet's age, temperament, and routine needs, from first vaccinations to ongoing care for chronic issues.
The catch is that the current listings are light on confirmation details. None of the clinics in Boulder are verified here, so you should double-check basics like opening hours, services, and who to contact if your pet becomes unwell outside normal appointments. Verified only means a registered user has confirmed the listing details, it is not a quality badge. Weekend access also looks very limited, so ask any clinic you are considering how they handle evenings, weekends, and urgent cases.
When comparing vets in Boulder, start with your pet rather than the star rating alone. Ask how quickly they can offer a new-patient visit, whether they are especially comfortable with nervous cats or large dogs, and how follow-up care works after tests, surgery, or a new long-term diagnosis. If convenience matters to you, check travel time, parking, and drop-off policies too, because those details can make repeat visits much easier.
Boulder also seems to have a broader companion-animal mix, including clinics that may see more than just dogs and cats. Even if you only need routine care, that can be a useful sign of wider clinical range, but it is still smart to ask about the problems most relevant to your pet, such as dental disease, arthritis, skin issues, or senior wellness care. A quick phone call often tells you more than a long page of reviews.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Boulder, Colorado
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (43/100)
Veterinary Emergency Group is a veterinary clinic in Boulder, Colorado, located at 1905 29th St #1176, Boulder, CO 80301. It treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Reviews describe emergency-style care with an emphasis on clear communication,...
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Our Score (41/100)
South Boulder Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Boulder, Colorado at 4660 Table Mesa Dr. The clinic treats dogs and cats. On Google, it is rated 4.8/5 from 646 reviews.
Our Score (40/100)
Gunbarrel Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Boulder, Colorado, located at 4636 55th St, Boulder, CO 80301. It treats dogs and cats. On Google, it holds a 4.8/5 rating from 339 reviews.
Boulder Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Boulder, Colorado, located at 3630 Broadway. It treats dogs and cats. Recent reviewers describe timely appointments, straightforward communication, and a focus on...
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Arapahoe Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Boulder, Colorado at 5585 Arapahoe Ave. It reports treating dogs, cats, and exotics. Recent feedback describes attentive care for sick pets, friendly staff, and efficient visits, and also...
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More Veterinary Practices in Boulder
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Our Score (39/100)
Pet Menders Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Boulder, Colorado, located at 2790 Moorhead Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Recent feedback includes both strong praise for care and one complaint about a callback not being...
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Our Score (39/100)
