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Aztec Animal Clinic

Animal hospital · Albuquerque, NM · reviewed since 2012

How 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 55%73+39.8Reliability 24%64+15.5Value 14%62+8.8Replies to reviews 7%92+6.5Craft & service penalty81−1.9Momentum penalty95−0.5Experts Score= 68Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.68SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#23 of 32 pet nutritionistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 29%
4.7 ★★★★★ 787 Google reviews · 23 photos
88%five-star reviews
4.70★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
5.9%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
64%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Aztec Animal Clinic at a glance

Google reviewers rate Aztec Animal Clinic 4.7 out of 5 based on 787 reviews, with the owner responding to 64% of comments. Positive feedback highlights friendly staff, thorough explanations, convenient Saturday hours, and transparent pricing for routine and emergency care. However, lower-rated reviews cite high costs, perceived nickel-and-diming for medication refills, and instances where the clinic refused service or mishandled patient records.

  • Google rating: 4.7 out of 5 from 787 reviews (88% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 787 Google reviews (545 with written comments, 51 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 64% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 19, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Nutritionist serving Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other pet nutritionists

Score per factor (100 = best)Each 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 replies to reviews; weakest: value.

Satisfaction73Reliability64Craft & service81Value62Momentum95Replies to reviews92Satisfaction: 73 (median 83)Reliability: 64 (median 77)Craft & service: 81 (median 90)Value: 62 (median 88)Momentum: 95 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 92 (median 58)
Aztec Animal ClinicPet Nutritionists median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 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.Aztec Animal Clinic: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.B
73
ReliabilityReliability · 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.Aztec Animal Clinic: 64/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.B
64
Craft & serviceCraft & 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.Aztec Animal Clinic: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
81
ValueValue · 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.Aztec Animal Clinic: 62/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.B
62
MomentumMomentum · 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.Aztec Animal Clinic: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
95
Replies to reviewsReplies 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.Aztec Animal Clinic: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 58.A
92

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Star ratings

787 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars69088%
  • 4 stars456%
  • 3 stars122%
  • 2 stars122%
  • 1 star284%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 545 written reviews

  • Praise63995%
  • Complaints335%

PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price819%
  • Reasonable2865%
  • Overpriced49%
  • Not sure37%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude30445%
  • Would recommend7111%
  • Quality & results6910%
  • Communication6510%
  • Speed & response599%
  • Price & value548%
  • Honesty & trust507%

What customers talk about

We read 545 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “All the providers and staff are very kind and professional.”
    “Check out the employee reviews on Indeed and you'll see for yourself how wildly unprofessional Aztec is.”
  • “They are amazing very loving to your animals explains everything well I recommend this place for your animals”
    “If you have any pets with anxiety going to the vet or expect some sort of provider punctuality then avoid this place.”
  • “Maggie Jones is one of the best, most thorough vets I've interacted with.”
    “Messages relayed and a 24-48 hour callback are not working for sick dogs.”
  • “They explained everything and patiently answered my questions, as always.”
  • “On a recent Saturday, I knew our dog needed to be seen quickly.”
  • “Their prices have also seemed reasonable to me as well.”
    “They have always been very expensive but this time was ridiculous!”
  • “…older cat to my new kitten, they have provided the best expertise and honest communication and care regarding my pets.…”
    “Jannan English is a scam artist and was verbally abusive towards me on two occasions.”

People customers mention

  • Matek 20 reviews
  • Jones 19 reviews
  • Bouchet 16 reviews
  • Sedam 13 reviews
  • Pease 11 reviews
  • Vet 9 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

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Recent reviews

IlsaLocal Guide · 166 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

I love this place, they are so good to my dogs. All the staff are super helpful and friendly!!

MrLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal 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. · Edited a week ago★★★★★

Great group! The staff is always friendly and welcoming. The doctors took the time to explain things to me. Highly recommend

AndrewLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

Aztec takes great care of our animals. All the providers and staff are very kind and professional.

Russell4 reviewsTotal 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★★★★★

We've taken our pets there since 2000. All the doctors are great. Some have come some have gone but the level of care and consistency is always five star

Kari4 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

It was a great visit with the vet. They explained everything to me about my puppy.

Great priceService not listed
Teacher4 reviewsTotal 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 month ago★★★★★

Dr Jones and Dr Rudd were both so kind and helpful, this week. They explained everything and patiently answered my questions, as always. Kitty is feeling much better and Oliver might have super powers. Roo looks forward to his check up in October! I also really appreciate Marilyn, who has spoken with me on the phone…

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Customer reviews

4.7 ★★★★★ 787 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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IlsaLocal Guide · 166 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Ilsa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love this place, they are so good to my dogs. All the staff are super helpful and friendly!!

Mr luckyLocal Guide · 28 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Mr has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great group! The staff is always friendly and welcoming. The doctors took the time to explain things to me. Highly recommend

Response from the owner · 3 years ago

Thanks so much for the review and the kind words!

Andrew GrovesLocal Guide · 21 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Andrew has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Aztec takes great care of our animals. All the providers and staff are very kind and professional.

Russell4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Russell has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We've taken our pets there since 2000. All the doctors are great. Some have come some have gone but the level of care and consistency is always five star

Kari Kirkbride4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kari has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

It was a great visit with the vet. They explained everything to me about my puppy.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Service not listed
JP SalazarLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews JP has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Excellent Veterinarians & Staff!! 100% Recommend!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Hank Henley, III8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hank has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

The best in the city!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Teacher Heidi Michelle4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Teacher has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Dr Jones and Dr Rudd were both so kind and helpful, this week. They explained everything and patiently answered my questions, as always. Kitty is feeling much better and Oliver might have super powers. Roo looks forward to his check up in October! I also really appreciate Marilyn, who has spoken with me on the phone more than once and was so kind and reassuring in a moment of panic. If these amazing women could be my personal medical team, too, I’d be stoked- and spayed! 😜 Thank you Aztec! 🩷

Holly Watson15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Holly has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Very clean environment, knowledgeable and friendly. A little pricey, but worth it to me.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
C C15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews C has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Easy to get appointments-especially last minute. Appreciate the business hours. Staff is very caring and friendly.

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