Why Our AAHA Accreditation Matters to Your Pet

AAHA-Accredited Hospitals: Champions for Excellent Care

Many pet parents are surprised to learn that, unlike human medical facilities, veterinary hospitals are not legally required to be accredited. In fact, while nearly 60% of pet owners assume their vet’s office has this distinction, only about 12% to 15% of veterinary practices across the United States and Canada actually achieve it.

We are incredibly proud to be one of those few AAHA-accredited hospitals.

Raising the Bar for Veterinary Excellence

While human hospitals serving Medicare patients must pass strict quality checks by law, animal hospitals only undergo evaluation if they voluntarily choose to. Because state and provincial inspection laws vary wildly—with some states only inspecting a clinic if a formal complaint is filed—the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) created a universal gold standard.

To earn and keep our accreditation, our team holds itself to a much higher standard of care. Here is what that means for you and your animal companion:

• 900 Rigorous Standards: Our practice is evaluated on approximately 900 distinct benchmarks covering medical care, safety protocols, cleanliness, and advanced veterinary practices.

• Routine Evaluations: Excellence isn’t a one-time achievement. Every three years, veterinary experts thoroughly review our facility to ensure we continue to meet AAHA’s strict requirements.

• Consistent Quality: Because AAHA standards apply equally across North America, you can rest assured your pet is receiving top-tier care that goes far beyond local baseline regulations.

Your pets deserve nothing less than the absolute best. By choosing an AAHA-accredited hospital, you are choosing a team dedicated to providing the safest, highest-quality medical care possible.