Caring for Fort Collins pets like family since 1961.
Full-service veterinary care for the dogs and cats of Northern Colorado - wellness, surgery, dentistry, and gentle alternative therapies, all under one roof.
Open 7 days a week - including evenings & weekends
for NoCo pets
Everything your pet needs, in one trusted place
From their very first puppy or kitten visit to gentle senior care, our team handles it all in-house - so your pet stays with people who know them.
Wellness Exams
Annual and semi-annual check-ups that catch small problems early and keep your pet thriving at every age.
Learn moreSurgery
Spays, neuters, mass removals and soft-tissue procedures with safe, closely-monitored modern anesthesia.
Learn moreDentistry
Full dental cleanings, x-rays and extractions to protect your pet from painful, hidden dental disease.
Learn moreVaccinations
Core and lifestyle vaccine plans built around your pet's age, risk and how you live in Colorado.
Learn moreAcupuncture
Gentle, drug-free veterinary acupuncture for pain, mobility and recovery - often a relief for senior pets.
Learn moreLaser Therapy
Non-invasive therapeutic laser that eases inflammation and speeds healing, with no sedation needed.
Learn moreDigital Radiology & Lab
In-house digital x-ray and blood/urine analyzers for fast, accurate answers in a single visit.
Learn moreMicrochipping
A quick, permanent ID that dramatically improves the odds of a lost pet making it back home to you.
Learn moreGentle hands, and the kind of care you only earn over decades
For more than sixty years, Fort Collins families have trusted us with their dogs and cats. We treat every patient like our own - and we treat you like a partner in their care.
- Six experienced doctorsBacked by a team of 20+ technicians and assistants who know your pet by name.
- Everything in one placeIn-house diagnostics, surgery and dentistry - fewer referrals, faster answers.
- Care beyond the basicsAcupuncture and laser therapy options when your pet needs gentler healing.
Healing that goes beyond medicine
Not every pet needs a prescription. Our veterinary acupuncture and therapeutic laser help with arthritis, chronic pain, and recovery - comfortable, non-invasive, and often a welcome alternative for sensitive or senior animals.
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Six doctors who actually remember your pet
Our veterinarians and our 20-plus technicians and assistants have built their careers around this community. Many of our clients have been coming to us for generations - and we wouldn't have it any other way.
A calm, modern clinic with room to heal
Just north of Fort Collins on US-287 - with room to breathe, room to heal, and room to play.
Chappelle’s Bark Park
Two fenced acres where your dog can run, sniff and play — and you don’t have to be a client to use it. It’s our way of saying thanks to the community that’s trusted us for over six decades.
Plan a visit
We'd love to meet your pet
Call us or stop in - new clients are always welcome.
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Open 7 days a week — evenings & weekends included.
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Fort Collins, CO 80524South side of Hwy 287, between Shields & Taft Hill
Your pet deserves a vet that knows them
Join the Fort Collins families who've trusted Chappelle Small Animal Hospital for over 60 years.