Governor Animal Clinic

San Diego, CA

At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
No

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomWheelchair accessible seating

Overview

Governor Animal Clinic has proudly served the community since 1977, providing dedicated veterinary care and building lasting relationships with generations of pet families. Our team combines experience with compassion, including Fear Free-certified staff who focus on creating calm, positive experiences for every pet who walks through our doors. We are deeply committed to delivering thoughtful, individualized care rooted in trust, kindness, and integrity—because at Governor Animal Clinic, we treat your pets like family

Governor Animal Clinic has been caring for pets since 1977, when Dr. Ronald Schechter founded the practice with a vision of providing high-quality veterinary care grounded in integrity and compassion. Over the years, that vision has grown alongside our team. Dr. Kirk Feinberg joined in 1987, followed by Dr. Julie Sorenson in 1998. As the clinic continued to expand, Dr. Kathy Kaleka came on board in 2001, and Dr. Heather Oman joined in 2003. In 2007, we proudly welcomed Dr. Marie Benitez, further strengthening the expertise and collaborative spirit that defines our practice today

Team at a glance

7
Veterinarians (DVM)
10
Licensed technicians
31
Support staff
48
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Echocardiograms

Services in detail

Wellness ExamsSpaying & NeuteringOnline PharmacyDental CareLaboratory TestingEchocardiogramsOrthopedic SurgerySurgeryDiagnosticsVaccinationsFear Free VisitsUrgent Medical Attention
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Senior/puppy/kitten wellness care

Appointments & hours

Book online

Monday–Friday: 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Governor Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+

Yes — Governor Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Governor Animal Clinic offer?+

Governor Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Governor Animal Clinic established?+

Governor Animal Clinic has served the San Diego, CA community since 1977.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 191 reviews

The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care featuring a compassionate and knowledgeable team of doctors and support staff. The facility is consistently described as clean with a comfortable atmosphere, offering thorough explanations and attentive follow-up care for pets. While the services are sometimes noted as expensive, patients and their families appreciate the dedicated attention and gentle handling provided during appointments.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.