Every signal Google uses to rank veterinary clinics and dog daycares in the local map pack — explained in plain English, with the exact actions to take.
"Proximity is roughly 30% of the algorithm. Relevance is 30%. Prominence (reviews, citations, links) is the rest. You can't fake proximity — but the other 70% is yours to win."
"Velocity matters more than total count. A clinic with 80 reviews getting 4 new ones per week will outrank a clinic with 400 reviews getting one per month. Recency is a signal."
"NAP consistency across 50+ directories. We list the 12 that move the needle for pet care — and the 30+ that are a waste of your time."