We are an “AAHA Accredited Hospital”, but What Does that Mean?

All over our hospital, we have the American Animal Hospital Association logo posted.  We have the logo on our brochures, windows, reminder postcards, and even exam table mats.  That red and white logo means a lot to us.  Our accreditation by AAHA is something we’re very proud of, but what does that mean for your pet? 

Accreditation is required by human hospitals, but voluntary for animal hospitals.  We have voluntarily chosen to be accredited. The American Animal Hospital Association is the only association in North American that provides accreditation to animal hospitals. 

To be accredited by AAHA, our hospital must show that we provide an exceptional level of medical care and client service, and be measured against the most rigorous standards in the veterinary industry.  We are inspected by a representative of AAHA every three years.  We are evaluated on AAHA’s Standards of Accreditation, which is an extensive list of more than 900 standards that directly correlate to the care we provide for pets.  Some examples include: 

• Medical records
• Pain management
• Diagnostic services
• Pharmacy
• Anesthesia
• Hospital cleanliness

Only 12% of animal hospitals in North America are accredited by AAHA, and we are very proud to be one of them!  We have been accredited since 2005.

By choosing to take your pet to an AAHA accredited hospital, you can be assured that we are dedicated to providing your pet with the best medical care possible.   Our veterinarians and staff believe that keeping pets healthy is our top priority.  As a pet owner, you can expect to receive the highest quality care from a well-trained, professional team that cares for your pet like it was one of our own.
 That red and white logo means a lot to us, and we hope it means a lot to you, too!