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Overland Animal Hospital

Updated 2026-07-09 · 1,245 reviewed · 181 listed · Scored from 900 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(900) 86 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
General Veterinary CareSurgery & Specialty CareDental Care
Overland Animal Hospital
Services
General Veterinary Care, Surgery & Specialty Care, Dental Care
Reviews
900

What recent reviews say

Staff and vets earn consistent praise for patience, skill, and genuine care. Dr. Brown, Dr. Kaplan, Dr. Pansiera, and techs like Gianna spend time answering questions and calming anxious pets without making owners feel rushed. One long-term client departed over unclear communication about medication changes and unclear future decision-making processes, though they acknowledged the clinical care itself remained good.

Dental work, tooth extractions, general wellness exams, and vaccinations are well-reviewed services. The clinic handles reactive and nervous animals with gentleness and no judgment. Pricing for wellness exams and shots is noted as fair. Front desk staff consistently earn specific praise for warmth and quick response to urgent calls.

Praised for
  • knowledgeable and patient vets
  • compassionate staff across all roles
  • thorough explanations and communication
  • gentle handling of nervous or reactive animals
Watch-outs
  • medication management changes not clearly communicated
  • unpredictable prescription process difficult to plan around
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Best for: Pet owners with anxious or reactive animals who value patient explanation and continuity with named veterinarians.
Think twice if: Owners needing clear, predictable medication protocols should clarify communication processes upfront; one long-term client found changes to treatment plans unpredictable.

Strengths

  • Named vets (Dr. Brown, Dr. Kaplan, Dr. Pansiera) consistently praised by name
  • Gentle handling of reactive and nervous pets
  • Staff spend time explaining options without rushing
  • Front desk known for rapid response to urgent calls

Worth knowing

  • Dr. Brown, Dr. Kaplan, Dr. Pansiera named as practitioners
  • Techs (Gianna, Jennifer) praised specifically for patience and stress-relief
  • Tooth extractions and dental work performed on-site
  • Techs bring nervous dogs to lobby for shots to reduce stress
  • Follow-up calls and emails from vets on complex care decisions
  • Handled end-of-life support for aging small breed dog

What reviews say by service

General Veterinary Care
Wellness exams, vaccinations, and microchipping consistently praised for thoroughness and patient explanation
Dental Care
Tooth extractions performed; reviewed as gentle and competent
Surgery & Specialty Care
Orthopedic and soft tissue surgery offered; limited review detail but care described as top-notch

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.59 average across the 167 general veterinary care businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 88% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 80
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
778
4
51
3
15
2
7
1
49

Common questions

Do vets explain treatment options or just tell me what to do?
Yes. Multiple reviewers say vets present options, explain thoroughly, and answer questions without rushing. One owner noted vets called and emailed with recommendations for difficult decisions.
Are staff good with nervous dogs?
Yes. Reviewers specifically praise gentle handling of reactive and anxious pets. Techs bring nervous dogs to the lobby for shots instead of the exam room to reduce stress.
Is pricing fair?
Reviewers describe wellness exams, shots, and fecal tests as 'great price,' though exact fees are not stated in reviews.

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Last updated 2026-07-09