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Governor Animal Clinic

Veterinarian · San Diego, CA · 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%87+47.5Reliability 24%83+20.1Value 14%63+8.9Replies to reviews 7%27+1.9Experts Score= 78Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.78SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#39 of 97 veterinariansPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 60%
4.8 ★★★★★ 215 Google reviews · 24 photos
94%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.8%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.
56%reviews answered by the owner
Nov 2026latest review

Governor Animal Clinic at a glance

Google reviewers rate Governor Animal Clinic 4.8 out of 5 based on 215 reviews, with the owner responding to 56 percent. Customers frequently praise prompt appointments, compassionate care, and clear communication from veterinarians and staff who handle various services including vaccinations, surgery, and routine exams. However, low-star reviews cite a pattern of refusing new patients, high pricing for procedures, and billing disputes, alongside criticism of specific medical practices like declawing.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 215 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 215 Google reviews (166 with written comments, 31 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 56% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: November 2, 2026.
  • Service: Veterinarian serving San Diego, California.

Data from Google, last updated November 3, 2026.

Score profile vs other veterinarians

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: craft & service and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction87Reliability83Craft & service100Value63Momentum100Replies to reviews27Satisfaction: 87 (median 79)Reliability: 83 (median 74)Craft & service: 100 (median 94)Value: 63 (median 85)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 27 (median 44)
Governor Animal ClinicVeterinarians 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.Governor Animal Clinic: 87/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
87
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.Governor Animal Clinic: 83/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.A
83
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.Governor Animal Clinic: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 94.A
100
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.Governor Animal Clinic: 63/100 on this factor. Category median: 85.B
63
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.Governor Animal Clinic: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Governor Animal Clinic: 27/100 on this factor. Category median: 44.D
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Star ratings

215 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars20294%
  • 4 stars42%
  • 3 stars21%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star73%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 166 written reviews

  • Praise22196%
  • Complaints94%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1213%
  • Reasonable6775%
  • Overpriced67%
  • Not sure44%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude8939%
  • Quality & results3113%
  • Speed & response2712%
  • Honesty & trust2712%
  • Would recommend2511%
  • Price & value167%
  • Communication157%

What customers talk about

We read 166 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I have always had quality, professional service here, and even more importantly, my pups love this place because all the handlers (techs, veterinarian…”
  • “Arlene and others there always do a great job with her - in spite of having been scratched pretty good a few times.”
    “The customer service was just terrible.”
  • “My shepherd was showing signs of a UTI, and when I contacted GAC, they got us in quickly.”
  • “I have full trust in him in caring for my beloved animals .”
  • “I highly recommend these veterinarians for your animals health.”
  • “I feel like the treatments are reasonably priced and they listen carefully to our preferences.”
    “…ng (titer test for dogs that never had the parvo/distemper vaccine), over priced, and unethical procedures (declawing and oversized neuticals for fun…”
  • “They communicate promptly with my concerns and test results.”

People customers mention

  • Feinberg 19 reviews
  • Sorenson 9 reviews
  • Bains 7 reviews
  • Sorensen 7 reviews
  • Rowe 7 reviews
  • Julie 4 reviews

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

Reviews for your job

Customers hired Governor Animal Clinic for 1 kind of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent reviews

NonNobisSolumLocal Guide · 163 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. · a day ago★★★★★

Super sweet, kind, and accommodating. Dr Gertz and staff wonderful on our establishing- care visit. Highly recommend and appreciate.

Reasonable price
Stephanie10 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 a day ago★★★★★

My shepherd was showing signs of a UTI, and when I contacted GAC, they got us in quickly. When they got back the lab results, my vet (who had the day off!) called me right away to discuss the results and to see how my dog was doing. I have always had quality, professional service here, and even more importantly, my…

Great priceLarge animals
Joni2 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 days ago★★★★★

I always get kind, compassionate, practical care at Govenor. I'm thankful for them.

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Nancy11 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 6 days ago★★★★★

I’ve been going to Governor Animal Clinic for at least 20 years. Dr. Julie Sorenson has taken care of all our dogs throughout their lives. She is kind and compassionate and extremely caring with our current pups! She is also very honest, never pushy. Dr. Julie is like family to us. The staff and lab techs are…

Reasonable priceLarge animals
Shirley1 reviewTotal 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. · a week ago★★★★★

I absolutely love Governor Animal Clinic. I have been taking my cats to see Dr. Feinberg for over 20 years. I cannot speak highly enough about him and the clinic. After a recent visit for an ultrasound, he called me that very evening with the results even though he was on vacation. I would highly recommend them

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Lori1 reviewTotal 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 weeks ago★★★★★

Dr Feinberg is the amazing person and vet. I have been going to him for at least 17 years and have always appreciated his care and concern as well as his willingness to listen . He makes every effort to work with me in regards to my understanding of the situation and what my options are. I have full trust in him in caring for my beloved animals .

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 215 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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NonNobisSolumLocal Guide · 163 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews NonNobisSolum has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Super sweet, kind, and accommodating. Dr Gertz and staff wonderful on our establishing- care visit. Highly recommend and appreciate.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a day ago

Hi, Nonnobissolum. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

Stephanie S10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Stephanie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

My shepherd was showing signs of a UTI, and when I contacted GAC, they got us in quickly. When they got back the lab results, my vet (who had the day off!) called me right away to discuss the results and to see how my dog was doing. I have always had quality, professional service here, and even more importantly, my pups love this place because all the handlers (techs, veterinarians, and admin desk!) are so kind to all the animals. This is the best clinic in the area, by far!

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · Edited a day ago

Hi, Stephanie. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and value your input!

Joni Brobst2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Joni has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I always get kind, compassionate, practical care at Govenor. I'm thankful for them.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Hi, Joni. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate the feedback!

Nancy Treadway11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ve been going to Governor Animal Clinic for at least 20 years. Dr. Julie Sorenson has taken care of all our dogs throughout their lives. She is kind and compassionate and extremely caring with our current pups! She is also very honest, never pushy. Dr. Julie is like family to us. The staff and lab techs are very knowledgeable and responsive. Can’t say enough ❤️

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · Edited 5 days ago

Hi, Nancy. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with our community, we value your input and look forward to the opportunity to serve you again soon!

Shirley Sanchez1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Shirley has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I absolutely love Governor Animal Clinic. I have been taking my cats to see Dr. Feinberg for over 20 years. I cannot speak highly enough about him and the clinic. After a recent visit for an ultrasound, he called me that very evening with the results even though he was on vacation. I would highly recommend them

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

Hi, Shirley. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, your feedback is so important to us!

Lori Bruser1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Lori has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dr Feinberg is the amazing person and vet. I have been going to him for at least 17 years and have always appreciated his care and concern as well as his willingness to listen . He makes every effort to work with me in regards to my understanding of the situation and what my options are. I have full trust in him in caring for my beloved animals .

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Hi, Lori. Your feedback is highly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review!

Sandy Moore6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sandy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I quickly needed some vaccines for my Scottish Terrier so that he could be boarded for a few days. The staff at Governor Animal Clinic, and Dr. Baines in particular, were so helpful. They saw him for his needed shot the same day, and all was taken care of. I heartily recommend them.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Hi, Sandy. We appreciate you taking the time to leave us a review and value your input!

Sherry Thomas4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sherry has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We were seen promptly and Ruby was taken back for her influenza vaccine within minutes of our arrival. Everyone was pleasant and efficient.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · Edited 3 weeks ago

Hi, Sherry. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate the feedback!

Miguel Smith9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Miguel has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Nail trim for our very uncooperative cat. Arlene and others there always do a great job with her - in spite of having been scratched pretty good a few times.

Response from the owner · Edited 3 weeks ago

Hi, Miguel. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with our community, we value your input and look forward to the opportunity to serve you again soon!

Audrey Koble11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Audrey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service and vets! Super helpful staff, too

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago

Hi, Audrey. Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, your feedback is so important to us!

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