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We are a full-service animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services in Colorado Springs, CO. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, and dental services. Our hospital has advanced equipment and technologies, including comprehensive in-house testing for accurate diagnosis, digital x-ray, surgical suites, dental suites, and a pharmacy.
The mission of Aspen View Veterinary Hospital is to strive for excellence in veterinary care. This involves a commitment to providing ethical, high-quality, and compassionate internal medicine, surgical services, and preventative care medicine. We are devoted to fostering the human/animal bond. We are dedicated to excellence in client service by being present for our clients and providing quality care in an efficient manner.
Please view our policies for cancellations, surgical procedures, prescription refills, overnight stays, and after-hour emergencies. We understand that inadvertently missing appointments can happen; however, we must consider how these missed appointments impact other patients, many of whom are sick, and need to receive timely care.
Come see us and we'll knock your socks off with exceptional service for both you and your pet! Thank you for stopping by! We currently have so many amazing clients that we are unable to accept new ones at this time. Submit a request and we will reach out to you to confirm a time that works for both of us!
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Jay Birkholz
Jun 13, 2022
Dr. Laura is the best veterinarian my goldendoodle has ever had. She is extremely compassionate and provides exceptional care for her fur patients. The staff is also very good at Aspen View Veterinary Hospital. If you're looking for a doctor for your furry family member who will provide extremely good care, I highly recommend Dr. Laura B. at Aspen View Veterinary Hospital.
Richard Jeffery
Jun 11, 2022
I don't like bringing my loving pet to a veterinarian who requires her to be there the whole day for something that may an hour. When she is returned, she is very stressed and very exhausted. At Aspen View we were in and out in under an hour with the interest in her that I expected. Thanks, I've found a good place for my pet.
Happy Bunch
Apr 23, 2022
My guy loves his Doctors & techs. Even if they do tell him he's a little chubby. Went in today, was so thrilled to see his groomer has moved over to his provider! We love this vet.
Nathan Cho
Apr 18, 2022
The staff are the absolute best! I have Dr. Savage and she even remembers my dog after months of not having visited. The vet techs are so nice and willing to support your pet! They even gave great advice and tips on treats that are safe and training programs.
Jodie Pias
Apr 04, 2022
They treated my sweet kitty with so much love and took such great care of her. They diagnosed her properly. Saw her in urgent conditions, and have continued to follow up. It was also very affordable. I was scared to look at my receipt, but when I had to sign it I sighed a massive breathe of relief. Such a wonderful group here!
Sky Daniels
Mar 09, 2022
I have to write a review and share that Aspen View is absolutely the best. I've been bringing my dogs here since they were puppies. All the doctors and techs are so genuine about their love for animals and do their absolute best to make sure your pet is comfortable and taken care of. In December, my baby Layla had a pyometra and had to have emergency surgery.

Even though they were busy, they squeezed her in and made sure to call us with constant updates. They even stayed open late for us to come pick her up that evening. They treated her with so much love and she has made a full recovery from this life threatening situation thanks to their care. Then today, my boy Koa was not acting like himself and seemed to be in a lot of pain. Again, fully booked, Aspen View squeezed us in and took a quick look at Koa because he was so nervous and they didn't want him to be uncomfortable if we had to leave him there until they had time.

They were so kind to him and quickly prescribed him anti inflammatory medication for a soft tissue injury in his back. He is happy and resting at home for the rest of the day. The staff here is so knowledgeable, so caring, so understanding, and I can't thank them enough for all they've done for my sweet babies and my family! Thank you thank you Aspen View!
Angelika Bush
Feb 26, 2022
My cat Harley had a broken canine tooth and was in a lot of pain. When my regular vet couldn't get my cat in for over a week I called Aspen View Veterinary Hospital. They were able to see Harley the same day and bent over backwards to get him in for surgery the next day although their schedule was really full. Dr. Chmelka who examined Harley was knowledgable and thorough and Dr. Birkholz who performed the surgery was equally fantastic.

Their entire staff was friendly, efficient, and truly concerned about Harley's wellbeing. Although I've gone to my previous vet for almost 2 decades I was so impressed with Aspen View that I'm seriously consider switching.
Elise Mathis
Feb 04, 2022
I always have a hard time finding a vet that my dog trusts. These guys got down on the floor with him and loved on him for a good while until he was comfortable. They explained the cost upfront so there were no surprises. They seem to genuinely care and aren't pushy with add-on services. Relieved to have found these guys! Thank you :
Allison Coombs
Jan 16, 2022
Have been taking our dog Maya here since she was a puppy and I wouldn't turn anywhere else! Seeing the vet and the tech with our baby was such a sweet experience because they just showed so much love and care for her. They were gentle, fed her treats and didn't force her to do anything and let her go at her comfort level. Highly recommend!
Chelsea M.
Dec 29, 2021
I love that this place is so close to home and always willing help. My puppy and bird come here and they're always very kind to them. The staff is always very professional as well. Long story short, my older dog hadn't been there yet (due to him being in a contract with another vet), but he was limping and crying in pain and we called Aspen View to see if they would see him.

They were fully booked that day but the surgery team was willing to let me drop him off and they would see him in between surgeries. If that doesn't make for an outstanding vet who truly cares, idk what does! I see why they have great reviews. Soon, they will see all of our animal babies. I am very thankful for you Aspen View!
Cindy Reza
Nov 15, 2021
This place has been very kind and accommodating to my senior dog, Coco. Most dogs hate going to the vet but they manage to keep her as calm as possible. Their rates are very reasonable and the fact that they are open until 6 during the week, and open on Saturdays has been incredibly helpful. I'm really glad I found them.
Parker Herring
Nov 04, 2021
I used to go to another veterinary office. I had Dr. Birkholtz at that other office. She is the best doctor I could ask for. She genuinely cares about my dog, and I think most vets do, but she goes above and beyond. The other office she worked at wasn't a good fit because the people surrounding her did not care like she did. Aspen View Vet has been amazing through and through.

Everyone there is friendly and accommodating. I have referred a couple friends there and would recommend anyone who loves their animals like I do to take them to Aspen View. Thank you Dr. Birkholtz for caring about my animals just as much as I do, that's priceless.
Keri Cano
Sep 05, 2021
The entire staff is great! I have a fur baby who is very scared in new situations and the staff takes the time to make her feel comfortable. The appointments are not rushed and you have a sense that they all truly have a love for the animals. Definitely recommend!
Layla Smith
Aug 28, 2021
Critical: Quality Now this place is owned by a corporation and you can totally see it in the care and all the stuff they try to throw at you to "pad" the invoice. Used to be a pretty good practice but definitely not anymore. I will be looking for a new vet to care for all my dogs. It's sad how corporate influence can determine medicine and treatment.
Tara McLean
Aug 26, 2021
When they were only allowing furry friends inside or their hoomans to join them, our Pup has always had a great experience at Aspen View Veterinary. The Dr's and techs have always been friendly to our furbaby. The communication is on point too. I couldn't imagine a better outcome at a vet clinic.
Kerstin Pohina
Aug 24, 2021
Dr Birkholz is the best, she's been our vet for years. She is very involved with the care of our pup Callie and always follows up with us on her care. The staff is always friendly and a pleasure to talk with too.
Stacy Mossberger
Aug 22, 2021
My husband and I just moved to the area recently, and almost every veterinary clinic I called was not taking new patients. Aspen View was able to fit us in within the week for an annual exam. The staff was friendly, charges explained well, and they were great with my anxious Doberman! Will definitely be coming back
Erika G.
Jan 28, 2021
My doggo is a frequent flyer at the vet so we have seen all four of the vets on staff at some point. We appreciate their mindset here that not everything is a medical fix as they truly consider the best your pet needs. They work with you with current research, keep financial needs in mind, and the front desk staff and vet techs are all so kind! We've recommended all of our friends to come here.
Becki T.
Sep 15, 2020
The only complaint we have is the high prices for routine checkups and vaccinations for our two toy dogs. The vet was thorough and had a good bedside manner.
Mark Spowart
Jun 22, 2020
Dr. Birkholz did a teeth cleaning for my dog and recommended that 10 teeth be removed. During surgery she saw that my dogs jaw had deteriorated and felt I should go to a dental specialist to remove the two lower canine teeth. I really appreciated her honesty as I think most vets would just try to remove the teeth. The dental vet they referred gave me a quote of $2,800-$3,000. Yikes!

I called Dr. Birkholz and she helped me find two other dental vets. One of them, Apex Dog and Cat Dental, agreed to give me a quote based on Dr. Birkholz's X-rays. The quote was $1,550-$1,800. I checked reviews and they were all 5's. Not only did the final bill come in at $1,700 but Dr. Beebe at Apex was able to save my dog's teeth by doing a bone graph on her jaw. Dr. Beebe said that my dog's gum pockets had improved significantly since the original X-rays, allowing the bone graph. He attributed her improvement to the good job Dr. Birkholz had done with the prior cleaning and extractions. Great job!
Bart F.
Nov 27, 2019
I have been bringing my animals to Aspen view for more than 10 years and have always been very very happy with their service. The office staff are awesome, the nurses and doctors take their time and explain everything to you. Their facility is very clean. I think their prices are very reasonable. This place will always have my business. I highly recommend them to everyone. Thanks Aspen View Vet
Melinda C.
May 03, 2019
It was a Good send in finding these AMAZING PEOPLE. My dad has a nose issue and was squirting blood out EVERYWHERE and on EVERYONE. not once did they show any annoyance with Bear. Dr. Laura is the BEST, we just think the world of her. She also called THREE times to check on bear. NEVER have we had such incredible care. If you love your pet as we do you will take him or her to Aspen vetanerian.
Rosaly C.
Apr 21, 2019
This is my dog's primary vet. He loves it there. His veterinarian is so sweet! He goes crazy when he sees her. Pricing is reasonable. Staff is friendly and the place is very clean and welcoming.
Daria F.
Apr 12, 2019
Best vet experience we've had EVER. We came in with our Doberman puppy for a basic exam and vaccines and received so much more. Our doctor took the time to answer every single question we had and even went back and printed out pages of articles about the best food to feed our pup. We are so happy our friends recommended this place, will definitely recommend to others as well.
Westy Bell
Feb 21, 2019
I was very pleased with my visit. Wait times to be seen by the vet tech and then the veterinarian wasn't longer than 10 min. Both the vet tech and veterinarian were personable, helpful, and courteous. The veterinarian answered my many questions to my satisfaction, will definitely take my Bearded Dragon there again.
Michaela A.
Jan 15, 2019
So happy I chose Aspen View to take care of my cat! I stopped in to get some information & the receptionist was plenty knowledgeable about what my concerns were (prescription diet, pet insurance, transferring from out of state). I was able to get an appointment at a convenient time for me and they even contacted my previous vets themselves to get his records.

While there was a miscommunication with the time of my appointment, I was able to easily reschedule for another day. We got there about 15 minutes early and were able to get seen immediately! The vet assistant was great with my baby and easy to talk to. When we saw Dr. Schrepel, he provided so much valuable information about my cat's health & the condition he previously suffered.

You can tell how much he cares about these animals and knows what he's talking about. I was debating getting some lab work done, but never once felt pressured one way or another with any choices I needed to make for my cat. The price they estimated for the tests was reasonable (although I opted not to get them) and the check-up appointment itself was $50. It feels great knowing my pet is in trustworthy hands so I wanted to leave a detailed review to ensure other pet owners that the other positive reviews are spot on!
Sarah H.
Feb 05, 2018
I highly recommend this place. They take such great care of both of my babies. Charley had a little injury to a toenail and they made her all better. I recommend this clinic and Dr Wiedman to everyone with dogs! Thank you Aspen View, you guys are killing it.
Thad J.
Oct 09, 2017
Awesome place. they love it when my guinea pigs come in. when my guinea pig died at another emergency vet, this place was kind enough to send a sympathetic rip card soon after the death. That's bonus points to me. Kinda pricey and doesn't take much to rack a bill up but with the treatment on my other guinea pig and the card that made a difference
Alberta J Stacy
Aug 02, 2017
We never knew this place was even there. We were calling all over and no one, not even our own vet would see our bird. Who really needed to be seen. They squeezed us in an made us feel so much at home. They treated our bird and saved the day. Thank you all so very much. You definitely will be seeing more of us.
Jason C.
Jun 18, 2016
WOW! Cannot even find the words to explain how grateful and impressed I am. Beyond caring, kind and professional. PLEASE do not waste your time searching for a veterinarian for your babies! The search stops HERE!
Rhonda B.
Feb 15, 2016
Wonderful technicians, staff and vets. A bit pricey but my dogs are well taken care of here.
Kate A.
Jan 26, 2016
I've had pets for my entire life. When I say that, I mean it. My parent's true first baby was a Springer Spaniel. I've lived in a few states, and in my life, Aspen View is the best veterinary clinic I've been to. They hold themselves to higher standards than the standards are at and have always gone above & beyond to help my furry family. We are always treated very well here.
Krys A.
Jan 26, 2016
Been with them for years. Nice folks that seem to really care about animals. Don't feel like the Vet is very attentive and seems to brush through the checkup instead of listening and addressing concerns. One of my dogs reacted badly to one of her vaccines and when we took her in for her annual checkup, they couldn't remember which one it was and thought it was too difficult to look up in their systems since they had just converted to electronic record.

My husband had taken the dogs in and the staff asked him to call me at work to find out which shot my dog was allergic to. I was appalled and after that I wont be taking my pups back there.
A. H.
Jan 12, 2016
We love this place! We will recommend it for A+++ treatment! New to Colorado at the time, we wanted a vet that we could genuinely trust, not rip us off & come to continuously. We definitely chose the right place. Everyone at the Vet is amazing! The receptionists, the assisants & any of the staff you deal with have such warm, caring yet professionalism.

We have had guidance & support through an attack & importation guidelines & we value that alot. I highly recommend the practice for your furry family members without question.
Jeff H.
Nov 24, 2013
I went to Aspen View because I was disappointed with my previous vet, Pikes Peak on Union. Our initial visit on Friday went well, probably because i dealt with the Dr directly, but they forgot to apply the "no lick" spray. My dog had the $100 procedure torn up in less than 24 hrs. Took him back on Monday morning to get his foot re-wrapped. 15 minutes later the tech(?) came out with him wearing a cone that was entirely too big which prevented walking. ($16) Took him back to get foot wrapped again.($25) This time they sprayed his foot with "no lick" and was fine. 3 trips, 60 miles, and $140 later all for a small "booboo' between his toes. Anyone have a good vet?
Amanda F.
Jul 20, 2013
We love this place. So welcoming and when our puppy got sick, they fit us in the same morning I called to ask about coming in. Both veterinarians are really friendly and knowledgable and the staff is awesome as well. Highly recommend.
Pamela A.
Dec 29, 2011
We would not take our pets anywhere else in the Springs. This is a small practice of 2 veterinarians. In over a year, we have never had any problems scheduling appointments. We had a difficult decision to make for one of our "boys", and had to put him to sleep. The compassion and caring from everyone in the office was amazing. They even called after to see how we were doing. I highly recommend Aspen View!
Applecity
Oct 24, 2011
I initially decided to give this vet a try because they were willing to work with my schedule and offered me a reasonable price for surgery for my kitten. (I paid $374 at the time surgery occurred. I never asked for a payment plan.) After 1 phone consultation and 2 visits, I left their office and will never return again. Each time I spoke to the staff I was given conflicting information regarding prices for their services.

They even tried to charge me an additional $75 office visit just two weeks after they had seen my kitten in their office to give my kitten his 2nd booster shot and 2nd dewormer. The Vet Techs were not aware of prices, the front desk was not aware of prices and both contributed to an hour worth of mis-communication (on their part that they admitted to) in addition to making me upset to the point I cried.

I never raised my voice or threatened the staff; I simply asked them to honor what I had been quoted. The front desk finally apologized and my kitten received his vaccines. However, Dr. Chmelka reserved ABSOLUTELY NO COURTESY during this entire ordeal. He NEVER apologized or acknowledged his office had contributed to an unhappy, not to mention crying patron. (He knew I was upset because my face was red and tears were in my eyes.) I will NEVER trust this office with my business again. I highly encourage ANY and ALL customers to think twice before taking your family (pets), money, and time to Aspen View.
Elizabeth H.
Apr 03, 2010
We have been bringing our pets here for years. Everyone is very friendly and concerned. The vet is very honest and upfront about everything. Highly recommend Aspenview.