iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%94+55.2Reliability 26%91+23.7Value 15%95+14.5Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 93Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#6 of 74 veterinariansiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 93%
4.9★★★★★61 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service 4.9 out of 5 based on 61 reviews, with the owner responding to 80% of feedback. Clients frequently praise the clinic for prompt emergency response, thorough diagnostics, compassionate handling of anxious animals, and clear communication regarding treatments and pricing. Services include lameness exams, surgeries, vaccinations, and farm calls for various livestock. One low-star review criticized a significant delay in arrival and billing practices after an euthanasia, though this isolated incident contrasts with the overall positive sentiment regarding staff professionalism and care quality.
Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 61 reviews (97% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 61 Google reviews (47 with written comments, 9 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 80% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 20, 2026.
Service: Veterinarian serving Elkins, West Virginia.
Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.
Score profile vs other veterinarians
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and craft & service; weakest: reliability.
This companyVeterinarians median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 81.A
94
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service: 91/100 on this factor. Category median: 74.A
91
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
99
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
95
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
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Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 46.–
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Star ratings
61 Google reviews we collected
4.9of 5
5 stars5997%
4 stars12%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star12%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 47 written reviews
99%praise
Praise6999%
Complaints11%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price517%
Reasonable2172%
Overpriced00%
Not sure310%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Staff & attitude2536%
Speed & response1420%
Quality & results913%
Would recommend913%
Communication69%
Honesty & trust69%
Price & value11%
What customers talk about
We read 47 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“The front desk staff is so very nice, her tech was great, and Dr.”
“We had a lame horse and they got us in very quickly.”
“We spent 3 1/2 hours examining and thoroughly going over every possible thing that could be wrong.”
“Everyone treated my donkeys with compassion, explained everything and was very helpful, highly recommend!”
“He also listened to some of my concerns and was super informative about possible treatment plans.”
“They took their time and were extremely gentle, knowledgeable and genuinely cared.”
“Great people, great clinic and price.”
People customers mention
Walker7 reviews
Martin3 reviews
Miller3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Michelle4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a week ago★★★★★
We had a lame horse and they got us in very quickly. We spent 3 1/2 hours examining and thoroughly going over every possible thing that could be wrong.
Dr Walker and her tech were amazing.
She found the source and our horse was already feeling better by that evening. Couldn’t be more thankful.
Reasonable priceLarge animals
EmilyLocal Guide · 9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★
I hauled in my horse for a lameness exam with diagnostics, and I was so impressed with Dr. Tracy Walker and her team. The front desk staff is so very nice, her tech was great, and Dr. Walker was so incredible. She was able to diagnose my horse within minutes just by watching him walk and then manually extending his…
Reasonable priceLarge animals
Nikki1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Everyone treated my donkeys with compassion, explained everything and was very helpful, highly recommend!!
Reasonable priceLarge animals
Jennifer2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
The staff were very compassionate and informative of the procedure my calf needed. They got us in for an emergency very quickly. I’m very grateful to them for everything they did to take care of us when I needed help quickly!
Great priceLarge animals
Ginger2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 months ago★★★★★
Staff was wonderful with Mabel our rescue Donkey. They took their time and were extremely gentle, knowledgeable and genuinely cared.
Reasonable priceLarge animals
Lisa1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 months ago★★★★★
I was happy with services provided , Vet was amazing with the difficulty Horse was giving !
We had a lame horse and they got us in very quickly. We spent 3 1/2 hours examining and thoroughly going over every possible thing that could be wrong.
Dr Walker and her tech were amazing.
She found the source and our horse was already feeling better by that evening. Couldn’t be more thankful.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Large animals
Emily RiskaLocal Guide · 9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Emily has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I hauled in my horse for a lameness exam with diagnostics, and I was so impressed with Dr. Tracy Walker and her team. The front desk staff is so very nice, her tech was great, and Dr. Walker was so incredible. She was able to diagnose my horse within minutes just by watching him walk and then manually extending his leg! She confirmed the diagnosis via ultrasound, and then we found another injury during the exam, as well. Thankfully, both injuries can heal, and she got us together a plan. I am so thankful to have access to an equine vet like her!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Large animals
Claire St. Peter4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Claire has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Everyone treated my donkeys with compassion, explained everything and was very helpful, highly recommend!!
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you, Nikki! 💙 We’re so happy to hear your donkeys received compassionate care. At Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service, our team always takes time to explain things clearly and treat every animal with kindness and respect. We truly appreciate your kind words and high recommendation!
Jennifer Flesher2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The staff were very compassionate and informative of the procedure my calf needed. They got us in for an emergency very quickly. I’m very grateful to them for everything they did to take care of us when I needed help quickly!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you, Jennifer! We’re truly grateful you shared your experience. We’re glad we could get your calf in quickly and provide the clear information you needed. Thank you for trusting us with your large animal care and for the 5-star review. We appreciate it more than you know!
Ginger Persinger2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Ginger has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Staff was wonderful with Mabel our rescue Donkey. They took their time and were extremely gentle, knowledgeable and genuinely cared.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you, Ginger! 💙 We’re so glad Mabel had a wonderful experience with our team. It’s always a joy to care for donkeys and other equines at Allegheny Equine Veterinary Service. Dr. Walker, Dr. Harvey and our staff take pride in being gentle, patient, and knowledgeable while giving every animal the time and attention they deserve.
Thank you for the kind 5-star review and for trusting us with Mabel — we appreciate it more than you know!
Lisa Cottrell1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Lisa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I was happy with services provided , Vet was amazing with the difficulty Horse was giving !
Price assessment: Not sure
Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much, Lisa! We're thrilled to hear you were happy with our services.
It was a pleasure working with you and your horse. We truly appreciate you taking the time to leave this review, and we look forward to seeing you both again whenever you need us!
Best regards,
Allegheny Equine Veterinary Services
Erin Gibson1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Erin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We had a wonderful experience at Allegheny Equine! We brought in our very timid donkey for castration & they took great care of him before and after surgery.
Services: Large animals
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
Thank you so much, Erin! We're delighted to hear you had a wonderful experience with us at Allegheny Equine.
It means a lot that you noticed the extra care we gave him.
Thank you for trusting us with your donkey — we really appreciate the kind review! Please don’t hesitate to reach out anytime you need us again.
Warm regards,
Allegheny Veterinary Services / Allegheny Equine
