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East County Large and Small Animal Practice

Animal hospital · El Cajon, CA

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,065 Google reviews · 24 photos
96%five-star reviews
6%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

East County Large and Small Animal Practice at a glance

Google reviewers rate East County Large and Small Animal Practice 4.9 out of 5 based on 1065 reviews, with the owner responding to 6 percent of them. Praise frequently highlights compassionate care for horses, dogs, and other animals, along with knowledgeable staff, affordable pricing, and thorough communication during exams and emergency visits. However, some low-star reviews cite criticism regarding missed diagnoses, poor follow-up communication after serious diagnoses, and difficulties securing appointments or managing canceled visits.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 1,065 reviews (96% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 1,065 Google reviews (754 with written comments, 64 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 6% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 7, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Hospice serving El Cajon, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 11, 2026.

Star ratings

1,065 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars1,01896%
  • 4 stars222%
  • 3 stars50%
  • 2 stars40%
  • 1 star162%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 754 written reviews

  • Praise94198%
  • Complaints192%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude40042%
  • Quality & results13514%
  • Speed & response12313%
  • Would recommend11312%
  • Price & value808%
  • Communication576%
  • Honesty & trust525%

What customers talk about

We read 754 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “They have always been so kind and very informative and truly care about you and your pets.”
    “It is unbelievably disrespectful AND unprofessional to have an off-leash dog at a business like a vet office.”
  • “Ty Blanche did a great job and my horse (girl) is already walking better.”
    “It was gut-wrenching to lose him in such a brutal way and I feel terrible for the role I played in the death of my mom's pet.”
  • “Caitlin and her assistant, Dani, were prompt, professional and handled our 5 month old filly with exceptional care.”
    “…me eating or drinking until 30 hours after her treatment, but she is slowly beginning to eat and drink and is up and walking around after lying down f…”
  • “I would recommend him to anyone needing equine medical care or advice.”
    “…a week and a half and East County Large and Small Animal Practice was highly recommended from a friend of mine because "they care about animals and wa…”
  • “Their prices are affordable and don’t overcharge with miscellaneous fees.”
    “This place cares about your animals and does not overcharge you.”
  • “…k, even the office staff were so kind and friendly and helpful and explained how the payment plan worked and how I had several options to choose from…”
  • “The vet was very thorough and Honest, not pushy told me that if I did have my horse's eye remove that she still didnt know how much time she would have.”
    “I would not trust these people with your cat.”

People customers mention

  • Oman 42 reviews
  • Blanche 30 reviews
  • Chandler 27 reviews
  • Vet 27 reviews
  • Bear 26 reviews
  • Harlan 25 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 1,065 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Team members customers mention
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Shelley kincaidLocal Guide · 13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Shelley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Had my horses teeth floated. The vet and technician worked well as a team especially with such a large and big horse!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Jenifer Harwell2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Very good care and advise. Thank You!

  • Price assessment: Not sure
Maggi Heath7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Maggi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Was very pleased with Dr. Bravos and Danni.

c myers1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews c has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Kind and gentle people. They were a great help.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Jenny Jackson6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jenny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We have been going to ECLAP for years with all our furbabies. They have always been so kind and very informative and truly care about you and your pets. Their prices are affordable and don’t overcharge with miscellaneous fees. I always recommend them to everyone.

Kim Warriner13 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kim has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dr Blanch was wonderful with my old mare Gigi & floating here teeth.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Peggy Chammas7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Peggy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great with my cat!

Tracey St Clair3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tracey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great Vets and staff.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Twila Daley12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Twila has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

ECLAP and Dr.Chandler are amazing! My horse is getting the best care and my vet is so knowledgeable and takes the time to get to know my horse, the situation and give the best solution! I know we are in the best hands with Dr. Chandler amd ECLAPl

Jody1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jody has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Amazing service and visit as usual!!

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Business details

  • Address: 10312 Quail Canyon Rd, El Cajon, CA 92021
  • Phone: (619) 561-4661
  • Website: eclap.org
  • Service area: El Cajon, CA