Certified by College Animal Hospital • Mar 01, 2026
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Quality Pet Care in San Diego. College Animal Hospital is a full-service pet hospital that offers comprehensive medical services for cats and dogs in San Diego and the surrounding areas. We care for San Diego's pets as though they were our own! From preventive care and surgery to care for geriatric pets, our wide array of veterinary care services can meet all of your pet's health needs in one place. College Animal Hospital is proud to serve the community by providing quality, professional vet care with a compassionate touch. Whether you are bringing your pet in to see us for the first time, or have been counting on our veterinary team for years, we look forward to seeing you and your special pet.
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Certified by College Animal Hospital • Mar 01, 2026
Certified by College Animal Hospital • Mar 01, 2026
Reviews
4.6
408 reviews
5 stars
354
4 stars
20
3 stars3
2 stars6
1 star
25
What are people saying?
AI-generated from recent customer reviews
Staff Professionalism
Many customers praised the staff for being friendly, knowledgeable, and caring, although some reported negative experiences with specific staff members.
Communication Issues
Several reviews highlighted problems with communication, including lack of follow-up on prescriptions and appointment confirmations.
Quality of Care
Overall, customers expressed satisfaction with the quality of veterinary care provided, noting thorough examinations and effective treatments.
Pricing Concerns
Some customers found the pricing to be on the higher side and expressed frustration with unexpected fees.
Mixed Experiences
While many reviews were positive, there were notable negative experiences that led some customers to seek care elsewhere.
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Dawn Breski
4 days ago
5.0
Compassionate, professional. College Animal hospital has been providing excellent care for our cats and dog since we moved to SD over 3 years ago.
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Michanne Hoctor
Feb 22, 2026
5.0
Friendly, knowledgable, caring staff provide all-around vet services. I take my dog who, although doesn't appreciate shots, has a very good experience each time we visit.
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Anastasia Salde
Feb 20, 2026
1.0
My husband and I had been taking our two young cats here for a while with great care until our last couple of visits, the service went downhill. We had taken in a feral street cat and needed a lot of assistance with adjustment and anxiety issues with transitioning her into a loving home. We had contact the hospital multiple times asking what are some at home solutions to anxiety and adjustments. We tried Feliway and calming powder (recommended by them). For a short period it worked but we recently ran into the issue that it’s a deeper anxiety than home remedies. We called asking what steps and actions were needed to get her on potential anxiety medications and we were told to make an appointment and met with lots of attitude by the lady on the phone, we continue to explain the anxiety issues she was continuously having and the receptionist was rude and snarky and said “we don’t have any notes of her anxiety” when we were asking why an appointment was needed when we came for anxiety before, we just needed an explanation not hostility.
My husband arrives at the appointment to give it a chance with the vet (Robyn Sayres via our invoice) she said that she would recommend blood work but it is not needed. My husband tried to confirm this multiple times throughout the appointment. She confirmed and stated she was going to send my husband home with a prescription with Prozac. He proceeded to wait in the lobby and they even retook her weight for the medication. He was told “yes we will email you the prescription” by three people in the office being anxious about this new step for our cat. A week goes by and we email, no response. I eventually text and only receive a response regarding an invoice not a prescription. We call today and are being told we don’t have a prescription on file and we would have to make another appointment (another exam fee) and do blood work (another fee) now.
We would have been okay with blood work from the beginning, the communication that this was a requirement was not given until after we paid for our appointment and was told we would get a prescription by email and after we had waited a week. With the constant back and forth and lack of communication I sadly had to write the one star review to warn people of this. I will not be returning and wouldn’t recommend to family or friends.
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Carl Walker
Feb 11, 2026
5.0
College Animal Hospital is great! They were immediately able to settle me down, and get me on the right track with my buddies health. I would recommend this Vet to anyone who hasn’t taken their dog to the doc in a while because they’re thorough, and very friendly and calming.
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Francine Reardon
Jan 19, 2026
1.0
Last time I was there the vet acted like she was strung out on something- could not keep anything straight, taking in circles, shaking, and wanted to order everything under the sun. This morning I took my elderly dog there, literally dying, in a crunch. They gave me a prescription for a controlled substance to control her cough/ease breathing. I drove my sick dog around to 3 different pharmacies before Costco told me the script is written wrong, the wrong medication, and the vets name isn’t even on the script. They offered to rewrite it. Driving around with my sick dog even more than I already have is not how I want her final hours on earth to be. I gave this vet several chances. Don’t make the same mistake I did. Do better by your animals and take them elsewhere!!!
Frequently Asked Questions About College Animal Hospital
What services does College Animal Hospital provide for pets?
College Animal Hospital offers comprehensive medical services for cats and dogs, including preventive care, surgery, and geriatric pet care.
Where is College Animal Hospital located?
It is located at 5653 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115, USA.
What are the operating hours of College Animal Hospital?
The hospital is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturdays from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.
How can I book an appointment at College Animal Hospital?
You can book an appointment online at https://collegeanimalhospital.com/site/book-online or call them at +1 619-286-1980.
Does College Animal Hospital have an online presence?
Yes, they have a website at https://collegeanimalhospital.com, a Facebook page at https://facebook.com/CollegeAH.SD, and an Instagram handle @collegeanimalhospital.
What types of vet care categories does College Animal Hospital specialize in?
They specialize in Pet Vet Care Centers, Animal Hospital services, Veterinary, and Veterinary Pharmacy.
Are there any nearby places where I can get a haircut while visiting College Animal Hospital?
Yes, nearby you can visit Just a Trim Barber Shop, Just A Trim beauty and barber salon, Boulevard Barbers, and Kaya Salon for haircuts and beauty services.
Where can I stay nearby if I am traveling to College Animal Hospital?
Navajo Lodge is a nearby hotel where you can stay during your visit to College Animal Hospital.
Are there any dining options close to College Animal Hospital?
Yes, you can enjoy Caribbean cuisine at Laylah's Patties & Jerk or Ackee Tree Jamaica Cuisine, both nearby restaurants.
If I need car services near College Animal Hospital, where can I go?
Nearby car service options include BRU Automotive, Gold AutoMotive used car dealer, and 5 Star Car Title Loans.
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