About PPVC

About PPVC

50+ years of care

50+ years of care

1971

PPVC opens

Pikes Peak Veterinary Clinic was founded in 1971 by Drs. Larry and Sue Wiseman.

1980s

Dr. Fowler buys PPVC

In the early 1980s, Dr. Jeff Fowler joined the Wisemans and later purchased the practice from them. Sue Wiseman still brings her pets to see us.

1999

Dr. Marsden takes the lead

Dr. Melanie Marsden joined Dr. Fowler and eventually purchased PPVC when he retired. Dr. Fowler is still a regular face around our clinic and has come back to help out a few days a week.

2009

New facility

We moved from a two-exam-room building just a few doors away into our current facility with four exam rooms and better equipment.

2022

Expanding the property

We expanded our current location by purchasing the entire building and renovating a new “Quiet Critter Space.” This smaller, quieter area is specifically designed for cats and exotic pets, as well as laser treatments.

1971

PPVC opens

Pikes Peak Veterinary Clinic was founded in 1971 by Drs. Larry and Sue Wiseman.

Dr. Fowler buys PPVC

In the early 1980s, Dr. Jeff Fowler joined the Wisemans and later purchased the practice from them. Sue Wiseman still brings her pets to see us.

1980s

1999

Dr. Marsden takes the lead

Dr. Melanie Marsden joined Dr. Fowler and eventually purchased PPVC when he retired. Dr. Fowler is still a regular face around our clinic and has come back to help out a few days a week.

New facility

We moved from a two-exam-room building just a few doors away into our current facility with four exam rooms and better equipment.

2009

2022

Expanding the property

We expanded our current location by purchasing the entire building and renovating a new “Quiet Critter Space.” This smaller, quieter area is specifically designed for cats and exotic pets, as well as laser treatments.

PPVC today

Our expanded facility is designed specifically for the comfort of our clients and their pets. We have four exam rooms and one room for larger pets and procedures requiring quiet and space. We have a treatment area, two dental tables, a surgery suite, a radiology room, a pharmacy and a laboratory area. We have comfortable kennels for pets who stay the day. Our isolation ward gives the right amount of comfort and privacy for infectious pets so they are safe and other pets are not exposed. We recently purchased the entire strip mall building, so clients will notice parking lot changes and exterior renovations over the next year. For information on joining our team, visit our Careers page.

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PPVC today

Our expanded facility is designed specifically for the comfort of our clients and their pets. We have four exam rooms and one room for larger pets and procedures requiring quiet and space. We have a treatment area, two dental tables, a surgery suite, a radiology room, a pharmacy and a laboratory area. We have comfortable kennels for pets who stay the day. Our isolation ward gives the right amount of comfort and privacy for infectious pets so they are safe and other pets are not exposed. We recently purchased the entire strip mall building, so clients will notice parking lot changes and exterior renovations over the next year. For information on joining our team, visit our Careers page.

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54

years serving our community

900

standards of care evaluated by AAHA

324

animals adopted through PPVC

34

staff including six doctors

54

years serving our community

900

standards of care evaluated by AAHA

324

animals adopted through PPVC

34

staff including seven doctors

  • The staff here are so caring and positive. They clearly all love animals and treat them with such love and care. The vet and techs are very communicative and provide full information to allow me informed personal choice, never pushing in any direction. My dog went in for a dental cleaning and it was an amazing experience. The discharge paperwork was so thorough; it included the before and after pictures of the dental procedure, x-rays, and instructions. Super happy to trust my pets with them anytime.
    Melanie Glavic
  • The BEST in Colorado Springs I usually never leave reviews but I had to. They helped us out the same day thankfully and did everything to help us out. Please do not hesitate to give them a call and get an appointment set up if you ever need them. Thank you for helping Valentino not be in any more pain and taking such good care of us. Truly grateful thank you!
    Viri Acosta
  • Truly appreciative of the staff and how they handled the passing of our sweet old gal, Sage. The clinic offers a separate room with its own entrance and exit that allowed us a level of privacy I wasn’t even considering. We received respect at every single level and from every employee. Would highly recommend to close friends and family, as even now we have chosen PPVC to handle all of our needs with our new addition to the family.
    Ryan Mazrim
  • My leopard gecko was able to be seen within three days by a reptile specialist, who was able to get him taken care of and solve his problem without any need for surgery. I was very relieved and impressed; everyone was so nice and professional, and really helped to calm my nerves as I was worried for my gecko. They even had a separate area for cats and reptiles away from dogs to keep them calm. I’ll definitely be returning here for any further care for my reptiles!
    Hannah Cromwell
  • For 15 years we have had our pets cared for at PPVC. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Such a caring, professional and dedicated group. My dog gets stressed going to the Dr. but trusts them as he gives kisses even when they are caring for him. That's the best review there! Whether it's a routine appointment or something more serious, we know we are in good hands! Thank you!
    Jane Sleppy
  • 1st time taking in our 6yr old bearded dragon here and the staff was excellent. I had concerns on stuck shed which they helped with and told me how to care for. The biggest surprise of all was finding out our male beardie is a girl beardie! The vet took time to answer my questions and concerns and I will definitely be going back for dragon care. It's so hard to find an exotic pet vet in Colorado Springs and I'm glad we have one to go to now.
    Cat
  • Without hesitation I recommend PPVC. Apart from being an accredited animal hospital, everyone on staff is compassionate, kind, gentle, professional and have (and always have) kept my pets' best interests at the fore. Personal caring professionals! Doctors Fowler & Marsden answer my questions and follow up with me after visits with test results and check ups. Additionally, they give multiple treatment options, if available. I value and trust their opinions.
    Cathy Dutton
  • The staff here are so caring and positive. They clearly all love animals and treat them with such love and care. The vet and techs are very communicative and provide full information to allow me informed personal choice, never pushing in any direction. My dog went in for a dental cleaning and it was an amazing experience. The discharge paperwork was so thorough; it included the before and after pictures of the dental procedure, x-rays, and instructions. Super happy to trust my pets with them anytime.
    Melanie Glavic
  • The BEST in Colorado Springs I usually never leave reviews but I had to. They helped us out the same day thankfully and did everything to help us out. Please do not hesitate to give them a call and get an appointment set up if you ever need them. Thank you for helping Valentino not be in any more pain and taking such good care of us. Truly grateful thank you!
    Viri Acosta
  • Truly appreciative of the staff and how they handled the passing of our sweet old gal, Sage. The clinic offers a separate room with its own entrance and exit that allowed us a level of privacy I wasn’t even considering. We received respect at every single level and from every employee. Would highly recommend to close friends and family, as even now we have chosen PPVC to handle all of our needs with our new addition to the family.
    Ryan Mazrim
  • My leopard gecko was able to be seen within three days by a reptile specialist, who was able to get him taken care of and solve his problem without any need for surgery. I was very relieved and impressed; everyone was so nice and professional, and really helped to calm my nerves as I was worried for my gecko. They even had a separate area for cats and reptiles away from dogs to keep them calm. I’ll definitely be returning here for any further care for my reptiles!
    Hannah Cromwell
  • For 15 years we have had our pets cared for at PPVC. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Such a caring, professional and dedicated group. My dog gets stressed going to the Dr. but trusts them as he gives kisses even when they are caring for him. That's the best review there! Whether it's a routine appointment or something more serious, we know we are in good hands! Thank you!
    Jane Sleppy
  • 1st time taking in our 6yr old bearded dragon here and the staff was excellent. I had concerns on stuck shed which they helped with and told me how to care for. The biggest surprise of all was finding out our male beardie is a girl beardie! The vet took time to answer my questions and concerns and I will definitely be going back for dragon care. It's so hard to find an exotic pet vet in Colorado Springs and I'm glad we have one to go to now.
    Cat
  • Without hesitation I recommend PPVC. Apart from being an accredited animal hospital, everyone on staff is compassionate, kind, gentle, professional and have (and always have) kept my pets' best interests at the fore. Personal caring professionals! Doctors Fowler & Marsden answer my questions and follow up with me after visits with test results and check ups. Additionally, they give multiple treatment options, if available. I value and trust their opinions.
    Cathy Dutton

Call 719-475-1747 to schedule an appointment.

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