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Veterinarian

Hamilton Animal Hospital

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21552 Brookhurst St

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26/100
Poor

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Verified September 3, 2026

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Hamilton Animal Hospital — Huntington Beach, California
Hamilton Animal Hospital · 21552 Brookhurst St

What AI says about Hamilton.1

We ask the assistants the questions customers actually ask, and record what comes back — quoted verbatim, dated, with the capture kept as evidence.

ChatGPT

Not named

Asked “best veterinarian in Huntington Beach”

ChatGPT answered with other businesses. Hamilton Animal Hospital was not mentioned.

Checked September 3, 2026

Perplexity

No answer

We have no answer from Perplexity to show.

Gemini

No answer

We have no answer from Gemini to show.

Named by 0 of 1 assistant as of September 3, 2026. We have no answer on record from 2 more.

Reputation

What they’re known for.2

Drawn from live Google search results — the searches this business surfaces for when people look nearby. What its customers say is a separate read, below.

Hamilton Animal Hospital excels in treating and educating pet owners about periodontal disease, particularly in dogs and Yorkies. Their compassionate care and thorough examinations make them a trusted choice for pet health.

Periodontal Disease Awareness for Dogs
Severe Periodontal Disease in Dogs
Yorkie Periodontal Health
Understanding PET Exams
Comprehensive Pet Exams

What people keep saying.3

Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.

Hamilton Animal Hospital is characterized by a caring and attentive environment where staff members like Denise and Hector are frequently mentioned for their kindness and support. Reviewers appreciate the thoroughness of the veterinarians, particularly Dr. Zach Houghtaling and Dr. Landesfeind, who take the time to address specific pet needs, fostering trust and comfort during visits.

Consistently praised

Dr. Zach Houghtaling's compassionate care
Denise's friendly front desk assistance
Thorough and accurate diagnoses

Recurring complaints

Long waits for appointments
High prices for services
Unresponsive phone service

The bottom line: Hamilton Animal Hospital is well-regarded for its compassionate care, particularly for pets with special needs, but faces criticism for rising costs and appointment availability.

Hamilton Animal Hospital — Huntington Beach, California
Hamilton Animal Hospital · 21552 Brookhurst St

The score, explained

Why 26.4

Eight signals make up the AI Score. Weight is how much a signal counts; the score is how this entry measures on it. The same method for every business — never for sale.

86% of veterinarians in the registry score higher.

Scanned September 3, 2026

SignalScore /100
Retrieval groundingWhether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites: AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on.
0
Off-property attestationVolume and consistency of what others say about you: YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability.
40
AI visibilityWhether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you, and whether they name you for the right service.
0
Reviews & responseThe star average is only one input. We also read volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim.
93
Backlink & citation authorityDomain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you.
54
Google Business ProfileRequired and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first.
90
Speed & mobileCore Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone.
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Content freshness & schemaCrawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals.
81

What’s holding this entry back: retrieval grounding and ai visibility — the signals dragging the score below where the rest of the record sits.

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Standing

Where the entry ranks.

5th

of 6 veterinarians in Huntington Beach, ranked by AI Score.

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Hamilton Animal Hospital — Huntington Beach, California
Hamilton Animal Hospital · 21552 Brookhurst St

The facts

Address21552 Brookhurst St, Huntington Beach, CA 92646, USA
Hours
Today (Fri) · 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Monday7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Sunday9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Phone(714) 643-8849
Websitehamiltonanimalhospital.com

Typically busiest — Tuesday

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Questions

About Hamilton Animal Hospital.

What happens at a first consultation?

During a first consultation at Hamilton Animal Hospital, the staff is known for being friendly and caring, ensuring that pets are seen promptly and that all questions from pet owners are thoroughly answered.

What should I bring or expect on a first visit?

Pet owners should bring any relevant medical records and be prepared to discuss their pet's health history, as the clinic emphasizes thoroughness and clear communication during visits.

What do patients say about recovery and follow-up care?

Patients have reported that the clinic's team, including doctors and staff, often checks on pets after procedures, providing reassurance and support during recovery.

When is Hamilton Animal Hospital open, and which days are they closed?

Hamilton Animal Hospital is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Saturday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Sunday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

How can I get in touch and arrange a visit?

To arrange a visit, pet owners can contact Hamilton Animal Hospital at (714) 643-8849 or visit their website at https://www.hamiltonanimalhospital.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=gbp&utm_campaign=gbp.

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