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Godley Station Animal Hospital

Veterinarian · Pooler, GA · reviewed since 2013

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%53+28.9Reliability 24%27+6.5Value 14%78+11Replies to reviews 7%64+4.5Craft & service penalty86−1.4Momentum penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 50Grade C: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.50SCORE
CGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#17 of 22 pet rescuePosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 24%
4.6 ★★★★★ 476 Google reviews · 23 photos
82%five-star reviews
4.56★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
13.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
44%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Godley Station Animal Hospital at a glance

Google reviewers rate Godley Station Animal Hospital 4.6 out of 5 based on 476 reviews, with the owner responding to 44 percent of them. Customers frequently praise the staff’s kindness, punctuality, and communication, noting that pricing is reasonable and payment plans are available for services like euthanasia and emergency care. However, some low-star reviews criticize rude phone etiquette, long wait times, and serious concerns regarding anesthesia administration and boarding hygiene.

  • Google rating: 4.6 out of 5 from 476 reviews (82% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 476 Google reviews (303 with written comments, 34 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 44% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 9, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Rescue Organization serving Pooler, Georgia.

Data from Google, last updated November 1, 2026.

Score profile vs other pet rescue

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction53Reliability27Craft & service86Value78Momentum99Replies to reviews64Satisfaction: 53 (median 61)Reliability: 27 (median 58)Craft & service: 86 (median 86)Value: 78 (median 93)Momentum: 99 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 64 (median 28)
This companyPet Rescue median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Godley Station Animal Hospital: 53/100 on this factor. Category median: 61.C
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ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Godley Station Animal Hospital: 27/100 on this factor. Category median: 58.D
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Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Godley Station Animal Hospital: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 86.A
86
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Godley Station Animal Hospital: 78/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.B
78
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Godley Station Animal Hospital: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
99
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Godley Station Animal Hospital: 64/100 on this factor. Category median: 28.B
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Star ratings

476 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars38882%
  • 4 stars429%
  • 3 stars71%
  • 2 stars82%
  • 1 star317%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 303 written reviews

  • Praise28687%
  • Complaints4313%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price528%
  • Reasonable1161%
  • Overpriced16%
  • Not sure16%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude14845%
  • Quality & results3511%
  • Speed & response3511%
  • Price & value3410%
  • Would recommend3410%
  • Honesty & trust258%
  • Communication185%

What customers talk about

We read 303 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Best cat-friendly vet we’ve been to ❤️ We haven’t had the best luck with vets in the past, but this hospital has certainly eased our worries!”
    “She was very rude and I was just trying to get my pet an appointment and there wasn’t availability which is fine but when I said it was all good, than…”
  • “They definitely cared more about what was best for Penny and they did a great job cleaning her teeth.”
    “After a year we realized they damaged him permanently.”
  • “I had called several places beforehand, and most immediately began quoting astronomical prices.”
  • “Their prices are very reasonable and they make payment plans or help with Care Credit applications.”
    “I will no longer be bringing my dog back to this location because of the unprofessionalism from the staff and hidden fees.”
  • “I would highly recommend them if you are new to the area or searching for a great vet in the Pooler area!”
    “I would not recommend.”
  • “I have got to say I’m honestly amazed with the staff here, my dog had a seizure today for the first time.”
    “n’t know what needs to change but it feels like this practice is not genuine, and I will not allow the health of my dog to be in the hands of such irr…”
  • “They took amazing care of him, kept me informed, and were so reassuring during a stressful situation.”
    “When I picked them up, no baths were giving because the change was not communicated even tho I verified on drop off.”

People customers mention

  • Howes 16 reviews
  • Nesbit 9 reviews
  • Vet 9 reviews
  • Savannah 8 reviews
  • Michael 6 reviews
  • Libby 4 reviews

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

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Recent reviews

Jayla3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Best cat-friendly vet we’ve been to ❤️ We haven’t had the best luck with vets in the past, but this hospital has certainly eased our worries! Thank you all for all you do!

BrendaLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Good service as always and all the girls love and affection towards me and Zowie

Reasonable priceService not listed
EvaLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

This place is great and we've had good experiences with all the vets/techs. They even helped our dog when we rushed him in during an anaphylactic allergic reaction. Absolutely saved his life. We've taken all four of our dogs here and will continue to do so!

Reasonable price
Joann6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Highly recommend Dr Zach Nesbitt and his crew! They are through, caring and professional.

Reasonable priceService not listed
FaithLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★

Receptionist needs better phone etiquette. She was very rude and I was just trying to get my pet an appointment and there wasn’t availability which is fine but when I said it was all good, thanks so much the receptionist hung up on me without saying anything else.

Not sure
Pat8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

Awesome veterinary practice! Everyone is kind, welcoming and professional. I see Dr. Howes. I trust him with the welfare of my animals. This practice has seen me through three of my dogs, crossing the rainbow bridge. They were very kind and empathetic. I would trust the care of my pet pets to no one else!

Great priceService not listed

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Customer reviews

4.6 ★★★★★ 476 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Jayla Lawton3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jayla has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best cat-friendly vet we’ve been to ❤️ We haven’t had the best luck with vets in the past, but this hospital has certainly eased our worries! Thank you all for all you do!

Brenda ClemonsLocal Guide · 9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brenda has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Good service as always and all the girls love and affection towards me and Zowie

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 6 years ago

Thank you!

Victoria GarciaLocal Guide · 58 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Victoria has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Godley Station Animal Hospital. After 15 years with my sweet Toy Yorkie, Gio, I had to make the heartbreaking decision to say goodbye. I had called several places beforehand, and most immediately began quoting astronomical prices. Godley Station was completely different. Justina answered the phone, and her first concern wasn’t money—it was how I was doing. That compassion meant more than she probably realizes. From the moment we arrived, they were incredibly gentle with both my old pup and me. They treated Gio with tenderness, dignity, and love and gave me all the time and patience I needed to say goodbye. A very special thank you to the sweet young lady who walked my Gio, my son-in-law, and me to the back and gave Gio some whipped cream to enjoy. ❤️ That simple act of kindness—giving my little old man one more special treat—meant more to me than you will ever know. I wish I could remember the veterinarian’s name because you were absolutely amazing. Thank you for making one of the hardest moments of my life a little easier. Then I received a sympathy card personally signed by the staff. That gesture meant so much because it reminded me that Gio wasn’t just another patient to them. They truly cared. Thank you, Justina, the wonderful doctor, that very special young lady, and everyone at Godley Station Animal Hospital for going above and beyond for my Gio and for me. ❤️🐾 I cannot recommend them highly enough.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Service not listed
Eva McKinzieLocal Guide · 24 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Eva has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This place is great and we've had good experiences with all the vets/techs. They even helped our dog when we rushed him in during an anaphylactic allergic reaction. Absolutely saved his life. We've taken all four of our dogs here and will continue to do so!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Barry MillerLocal Guide · 103 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Barry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Friendly people and bill for services were very good.

  • Price assessment: Great price
Joann Hirata6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joann has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Highly recommend Dr Zach Nesbitt and his crew! They are through, caring and professional.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Faith Pressley (Morgan)Local Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Faith has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Receptionist needs better phone etiquette. She was very rude and I was just trying to get my pet an appointment and there wasn’t availability which is fine but when I said it was all good, thanks so much the receptionist hung up on me without saying anything else.

  • Price assessment: Not sure
Pat Royer8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Pat has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Awesome veterinary practice! Everyone is kind, welcoming and professional. I see Dr. Howes. I trust him with the welfare of my animals. This practice has seen me through three of my dogs, crossing the rainbow bridge. They were very kind and empathetic. I would trust the care of my pet pets to no one else!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Service not listed
Beatriz de la Portilla6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Beatriz has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They are always so sweet and attentive to my Marcy! She's a very scared and skittish cat, but they always handle her gently and make the whole process quick and painless. They figured out what was going on with her in no time, and the treatment was within my means. Dr. Zachary is so knowledgeable and kind, taking the time to talk us through all our worries and give us options. I feel lucky to live so close to such a helpful animal hospital that me and my furbaby can rely on.

Carole Shealy5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Carole has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Best vet office hand down!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price

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