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Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital

Veterinarian · Albuquerque, NM · reviewed since 2013

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%81+44.2Reliability 24%76+18.4Value 14%89+12.6Replies to reviews 7%73+5.2Craft & service penalty86−1.4Experts Score= 79Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.79SCORE
BGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 32 pet nutritionistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 45%
4.8 ★★★★★ 964 Google reviews · 24 photos
90%five-star reviews
4.90★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.3%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.
67%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital at a glance

Reviewers frequently praise the staff's kindness, thoroughness, and clear communication regarding diagnoses and costs. Many customers highlight efficient service, including same-day appointments, separate waiting areas for cats and dogs, and attentive care during exams and procedures. However, a recurring criticism involves high pricing, with some clients reporting significant cost increases from initial estimates or feeling that the fees do not align with the time spent.

  • Google rating: 4.8 out of 5 from 964 reviews (90% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 964 Google reviews (681 with written comments, 36 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 67% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 23, 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 value; weakest: replies to reviews.

Satisfaction81Reliability76Craft & service86Value89Momentum100Replies to reviews73Satisfaction: 81 (median 83)Reliability: 76 (median 77)Craft & service: 86 (median 90)Value: 89 (median 88)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 73 (median 58)
This companyPet 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.Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
81
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.Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital: 76/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.B
76
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.Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
86
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.Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
89
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.Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
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.Taylor Ranch Veterinary Hospital: 73/100 on this factor. Category median: 58.B
73

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Star ratings

964 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars86890%
  • 4 stars455%
  • 3 stars121%
  • 2 stars101%
  • 1 star293%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 681 written reviews

  • Praise69296%
  • Complaints274%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price1313%
  • Reasonable7776%
  • Overpriced44%
  • Not sure77%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude33246%
  • Quality & results10715%
  • Speed & response7911%
  • Would recommend689%
  • Communication558%
  • Price & value477%
  • Honesty & trust314%

What customers talk about

We read 681 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Everyone is so nice and helpful and always loves on my dog!”
    “…d help my cat and when I called back I got a voicemail the voicemail hung up on me halfway through my voicemail I didn't even get to leave my number c…”
  • “Bays was thorough, patient, and took the time to explain everything, so I left feeling confident about his health.”
    “Horrible business practices.”
  • “I was able to get my cat in for a same day visit for a suspected UTI.”
    “He might sit on the floor with your dog but when that dog has negative side effects from his treatment, he ghosts you (unresponsive).”
  • “I recommend bringing your fur babies here it was an excellent first experience for him all around.”
    “Do NOT recommend this vet “hospital,” I called to get some information about my pregnant dog, and was told after a hold that basically if you're not a…”
  • “All of the costs are explained up front, which was assuring as well.”
    “How do you run a business if you never answer the phone?”
  • “The price was reasonable and the overall experience was a 10+👏👏👏”
    “Too expensive for time spent $40”
  • “You can tell this team genuinely cares about the animals.”

People customers mention

  • Dana 141 reviews
  • Mike 74 reviews
  • Forsyth 21 reviews
  • Bays 15 reviews
  • Key 15 reviews
  • Vets 11 reviews

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

Recent reviews

Christina7 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★★★★★

Five stars! I brought my boy in for his wellness exam and couldn't have been happier. Dr. Bays was thorough, patient, and took the time to explain everything, so I left feeling confident about his health. Tomas, the vet tech, was kind and helpful, and he kept my guy calm and comfortable the whole visit. You can tell…

Customer photo from Christina's review
Deb10 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★★★★★

From phone calls to check-in, to the full examination staff, diagnoses, & medication, it was all 5+ for my 3lb senior dog.

Great priceService not listed
Hannah8 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★★★★★

I am super pleased with this office! I was able to get my cat in for a same day visit for a suspected UTI. She was taken very well care of by an attentive and caring staff. Her labs and information were shared with me very simply and easily, was prescribed the medication she needed and able to pick it up in office.…

Reasonable price
nancy11 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★

Personnel very kind to my dog and her person also. Very willing to obtain papers necessary for pups activitities , to answer questions and explain health needs as she is aging

Reasonable price
Sue4 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★★★★★

I appreciated how thorough Dr. Bays was with the exam of my cat. Also, I appreciated her assistant. They both seemed to care for my cat.

Reasonable price
Bridgett9 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★★★★★

They were so kind and caring with my little Remi! When I called the next morning about her pain from the shots, they made sure to give her something to help her feel better. These were her first shots, and she is a tiny Yorkie!

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Customer reviews

4.8 ★★★★★ 964 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Gayle Maloy4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gayle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Dr Mike is excellent! My pets love him!

Response from the owner · a year ago

Thank you for your review!

Alison Osborn (Ali)6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Everyone is so nice and helpful and always loves on my dog!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 5 days ago

Thank you for your kind compliments, Alison! We love visits from you and your family and appreciate you trusting us with your pet's care.

Christina7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Five stars! I brought my boy in for his wellness exam and couldn't have been happier. Dr. Bays was thorough, patient, and took the time to explain everything, so I left feeling confident about his health. Tomas, the vet tech, was kind and helpful, and he kept my guy calm and comfortable the whole visit. You can tell this team genuinely cares about the animals. I'll definitely be back and highly recommend them!

Response from the owner · 5 days ago

We are honored to hear that Dr. Bays and Tomas made your boy’s wellness exam comfortable and informative. Thank you for recognizing our team’s genuine care—we look forward to seeing you both again!

Deb Swan10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Deb has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

From phone calls to check-in, to the full examination staff, diagnoses, & medication, it was all 5+ for my 3lb senior dog.

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a week ago

Thank you for taking the time to share your 5+ experience. We’re delighted our entire team provided such thorough, compassionate care.

James B Sloan11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Professional, efficient, and friendly.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a week ago

We greatly appreciate your kind words and are thrilled you found our team professional, efficient, and friendly.

Hannah Farley8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Hannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I am super pleased with this office! I was able to get my cat in for a same day visit for a suspected UTI. She was taken very well care of by an attentive and caring staff. Her labs and information were shared with me very simply and easily, was prescribed the medication she needed and able to pick it up in office. All of the costs are explained up front, which was assuring as well. I appreciate everyone helping out!

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

We are utterly delighted to hear that your cat received attentive care, clear lab explanations, and transparent pricing. Thank you for appreciating our team!

nancy burpee11 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews nancy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Personnel very kind to my dog and her person also. Very willing to obtain papers necessary for pups activitities , to answer questions and explain health needs as she is aging

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

We are delighted to hear your visit went well. We appreciate your trust as your companion continues to age gracefully with our care.

Sue Harris4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sue has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I appreciated how thorough Dr. Bays was with the exam of my cat. Also, I appreciated her assistant. They both seemed to care for my cat.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for your kind compliments, Sue! We love visits from you and your family and appreciate you trusting us with your pet's care.

Bridgett Garcia9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Bridgett has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They were so kind and caring with my little Remi! When I called the next morning about her pain from the shots, they made sure to give her something to help her feel better. These were her first shots, and she is a tiny Yorkie!

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you immensely for your kind words. We’re so glad we could care for Remi and help her feel better after her first shots.

Michelle8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Like very much the new layout and signage ie cats/dogs separate, no long wait and Dr Shirer very attentive and responsive re Snow’s needs 🙌

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
Response from the owner · a month ago

We greatly appreciate your positive feedback! Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

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