Are you a new pet owner in the Main Line area? Or, perhaps you're new to greater Philadelphia and are searching for a quality veterinary hospital to help you take care of your cat or dog? Choosing an animal hospital that is accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) is one way to tell that you're taking your beloved pet to an experienced, quality veterinarian.

What is the AAHA?

The AAHA gives their stamp of approval--or accreditation--to veterinary clinics that meet the association's stringent guidelines about preventative health care for pets, use of anesthesia, pet dental care and dog and cat vaccinations, just to name a few areas. More than 3,200 animal hospitals in the United States are currently accredited by the AAHA. This is just a select few of the more than 20,000 veterinary hospitals currently operating in the US.

Why is it important to visit a veterinary hospital with an AAHA accreditation? You know that a veterinarian that seeks out and qualifies for the AAHA program is committed to offering quality and compassionate care. It's just one more way that you can compare animal hospitals

Ardmore Animal Hospital serves pets and their caregivers throughout the Main Line area, including residents of Haverford, Bryn Mawr, Gladwyne and Radnor. We offer a full range of veterinary services, including pet wellness care, pet dental care, emergency care, spay and neutering procedures, pet vaccinations and even cat boarding. We are open seven days a week and offer evening hours during the week to help fit into your busy schedule. Keeping our AAHA accreditation helps us show you that we care about your pets like they were our own.

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