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Westside Animal Hospital

Animal hospital · Durham, NC · reviewed since 2010

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%88+48Reliability 24%86+20.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%99+7Craft & service penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 89Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.89SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#8 of 32 pet nutritionistsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 77%
4.9 ★★★★★ 405 Google reviews · 24 photos
94%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.9%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.
95%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review

Westside Animal Hospital at a glance

Google reviewers rate Westside Animal Hospital 4.9 out of 5 based on 405 reviews, with the owner responding to 95% of comments. Customers frequently praise the staff for their friendliness, thorough examinations, and compassionate communication during routine and critical care situations, including end-of-life support. Recurring themes highlight the clinic's ability to manage anxious pets and provide clear explanations of treatment options. However, some lower-rated reviews criticize the pricing as expensive compared to other local practices and express dissatisfaction with perceived prioritization of revenue over patient welfare or specific diagnostic oversights.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 405 reviews (94% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 405 Google reviews (305 with written comments, 21 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 95% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 15, 2026.
  • Service: Pet Nutritionist serving Durham, North Carolina.

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: value and momentum; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction88Reliability86Craft & service93Value100Momentum100Replies to reviews99Satisfaction: 88 (median 83)Reliability: 86 (median 77)Craft & service: 93 (median 90)Value: 100 (median 88)Momentum: 100 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 99 (median 58)
Westside Animal HospitalPet 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.Westside Animal Hospital: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 83.A
88
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.Westside Animal Hospital: 86/100 on this factor. Category median: 77.A
86
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.Westside Animal Hospital: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
93
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.Westside Animal Hospital: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 88.A
100
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.Westside Animal 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.Westside Animal Hospital: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 58.A
99

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Star ratings

405 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars38194%
  • 4 stars143%
  • 3 stars20%
  • 2 stars20%
  • 1 star61%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 305 written reviews

  • Praise43997%
  • Complaints123%

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

Price verdicts customers left with their Google review

  • Great price114%
  • Reasonable686%
  • Overpriced00%
  • Not sure00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude20145%
  • Quality & results5813%
  • Would recommend5212%
  • Speed & response4811%
  • Communication337%
  • Price & value327%
  • Honesty & trust276%

What customers talk about

We read 305 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “The staff here were so kind and compassionate in helping me through the process and allowed me to defer payment to a later date, not for any financial…”
  • “Always thorough and kind to my pets, my cat hates the vet usually but has had the easiest time at Westside of anywhere we’ve ever taken her.”
  • “Trimarchi and Andrea for being so patient with my girl this morning- I highly recommend Westside, all their staff is beyond kind and makes you feel at ease ❤️🐾”
    “I would not recommend.”
  • “I was able to book an appointment easily and quickly for my sick dog.”
    “Long story short she was late and they still accommodated him because he was their patient.”
  • “The Doctors are very patient and take the time to explain everything, including providing all options available.”
  • “They had a very reasonable plan of attack and the cost didn’t mean I was eating Ramen for the remainder of the month.”
  • “I'm confident with the care they receive because I trust Dr.”

People customers mention

  • Hoover 29 reviews
  • Broussard 17 reviews
  • Grossi 14 reviews
  • Williams 10 reviews
  • Mayer 4 reviews
  • Doctors 3 reviews

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

Recent reviews

Sue7 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 like the vet a lot I feel Cricket got good care and was throughly examined I feel all my issues regarding his health has been addressed

Dagmar9 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. · 4 months ago★★★★★

Great staff Friendly, thorough, and kind!! . I was able to book an appointment easily and quickly for my sick dog. They had a very reasonable plan of attack and the cost didn’t mean I was eating Ramen for the remainder of the month.

Reasonable priceService not listed
MLocal Guide · 4 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Moved to town with my elderly cat, who passed away about six months later. The staff here were so kind and compassionate in helping me through the process and allowed me to defer payment to a later date, not for any financial concerns, but simply due to grief. It was offered to me, not even something I’d thought to…

Tyler2 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

Always thorough and kind to my pets, my cat hates the vet usually but has had the easiest time at Westside of anywhere we’ve ever taken her. When my cat needed to see a specialist they called several times to advocate for her to get an earlier appointment due to her needs. They always go above and beyond for our pets.

Kyle1 reviewTotal 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. · 7 months ago★★★★★

I just started taking my dogs here, and we absolutely love the staff and Dr. Trimarchi ! One of my dogs is very skiddish at any vet office, but the staff here is so caring and will do anything to make your pet feel safe. Hazel needed labs today for her annual and even though she was high as a kite😳she still…

Great priceService not listed
Crl5 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. · 9 months ago★★★★★

My two cats and puppy were patients here until we moved to another state this May. We had absolutely nice experience with Dr. Mayer. My cats have mild asthma, my dog has allergies. My puppy also got his neutering surgery here, it also went very well……Now every time my babies need to get vaccinated or are sick, I…

Reasonable priceService not listed

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 405 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Johnnie Taylor7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Johnnie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Excellent service and staff. super frendly and knowledgable.

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

Thank you! We're delighted to hear you found our service excellent and our team friendly and knowledgeable. We can't wait to welcome you back!

Sue Yarboro7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sue has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I like the vet a lot I feel Cricket got good care and was throughly examined I feel all my issues regarding his health has been addressed

Response from the owner · 3 days ago

We're so glad to hear that Cricket received excellent care and that your concerns were addressed. Thank you for trusting us with his health!

John BowmanLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews John has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

All good as a new patient.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Dagmar Cooley9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dagmar has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great staff Friendly, thorough, and kind!! . I was able to book an appointment easily and quickly for my sick dog. They had a very reasonable plan of attack and the cost didn’t mean I was eating Ramen for the remainder of the month.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
M PresLocal Guide · 4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews M has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Moved to town with my elderly cat, who passed away about six months later. The staff here were so kind and compassionate in helping me through the process and allowed me to defer payment to a later date, not for any financial concerns, but simply due to grief. It was offered to me, not even something I’d thought to ask for. My baby’s ashes were given to me a week later in a lovely urn with a personalized card signed by all of the staff. I was blown away - this was more than my friends had done for me! Heartfelt thanks to the people working here. When I’m ready to adopt again, my kittens will all be seen here!

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Hello Melissa, thank you for sharing your experience. We're deeply touched by your kind words and are glad to have been able to support you during such a difficult time. It's heartwarming to know that our team's efforts made a difference for you and your beloved pet. We look forward to welcoming you and your future kittens when the time is right.

Tyler Kelly2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tyler has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Always thorough and kind to my pets, my cat hates the vet usually but has had the easiest time at Westside of anywhere we’ve ever taken her. When my cat needed to see a specialist they called several times to advocate for her to get an earlier appointment due to her needs. They always go above and beyond for our pets.

Response from the owner · 7 months ago

We appreciate your kind words! Thanks for trusting us with your pet's care!

Kyle1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Kyle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I just started taking my dogs here, and we absolutely love the staff and Dr. Trimarchi ! One of my dogs is very skiddish at any vet office, but the staff here is so caring and will do anything to make your pet feel safe. Hazel needed labs today for her annual and even though she was high as a kite😳she still wouldn’t let them draw labs- after a few attempts, we got it done! I have to thank Dr. Trimarchi and Andrea for being so patient with my girl this morning- I highly recommend Westside, all their staff is beyond kind and makes you feel at ease ❤️🐾

  • Price assessment: Great price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 7 months ago

Thank you so much, Kyle, for taking the time to share your experience. We’re grateful for your trust and so glad to know our care made a positive impact. It means a lot to be part of your pet’s journey and to support you both along the way!

Crl S5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Crl has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

My two cats and puppy were patients here until we moved to another state this May. We had absolutely nice experience with Dr. Mayer. My cats have mild asthma, my dog has allergies. My puppy also got his neutering surgery here, it also went very well……Now every time my babies need to get vaccinated or are sick, I miss Westside. People here are reliable and very experienced.

  • Price assessment: Reasonable price
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 9 months ago

We appreciate you taking the time to leave this review! 😊

Jonathan ChoiLocal Guide · 19 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jonathan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We've been here so often we're getting frequent flyer points! In all seriousness, the staff at Westside have always been friendly, courteous, and professional. We can't recommend them highly enough! They've been our go-to vet for our dog and our cat for about 5 years now.

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

We appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Knowing that our team’s commitment to providing attentive, high-quality care made a difference means so much to us.

James McCallum3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews James has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

We love the folks at Westside Animal Hospital! They do a thorough exam and offer the best options for treatment if needed AND they respect the parents of their patients!! We’ve been with them for many years and recommend their practice to everyone!!

Response from the owner · 3 years ago

Thanks so much, James, for the support! We appreciate you taking the time to leave us this 5-star review. We always strive to provide the best, most compassionate care to the animals of our community. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns!

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