AAHA-Accredited Hospitals: Champions for Excellent Care
Did you know that accreditation for animal hospitals is voluntary? Nearly 60 percent of pet owners believe their pet’s veterinary hospital is accredited when it is not. In reality, only 12 to 15 percent of animal hospitals have completed the accreditation process through the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). The Pet Clinic is proud to be an AAHA-accredited hospital serving Omaha, NE .
Why Veterinary Accreditation Matters
In the United States, human hospitals that serve Medicare patients must be accredited and undergo regular reviews to ensure they meet quality standards for every aspect of care. Animal hospitals have no such requirement. Because accreditation is not required by law and the process is rigorous and time-consuming, many veterinary hospitals choose not to pursue it.
State and provincial regulations for animal hospitals vary widely. Some states do not routinely inspect veterinary hospitals at all, only visiting when a pet owner files a complaint. AAHA accreditation is considered the standard of veterinary excellence and is consistent across every state and province, as AAHA accredits hospitals in both the U.S. and Canada.
What AAHA Accreditation Means for Your Pet
To earn accreditation, a hospital is evaluated on approximately 900 standards of veterinary excellence. To keep it, the hospital undergoes a comprehensive review by veterinary experts every three years. These standards cover areas that directly affect your pet’s safety and care, including:
- Anesthesia safety and patient monitoring during surgery and laser surgery
- Pain management for every patient
- Dental care, including dental cleanings and digital dental X-rays
- Diagnostic imaging such as digital X-rays and ultrasound
- Laboratory and pharmacy practices in our in-house lab
- Preventive care, including wellness exams and vaccine protocols
- Cleanliness, infection control and medical recordkeeping
- Patient comfort and low stress handling
Our Commitment to a Higher Standard
As an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital, we hold ourselves to a higher standard. Pets are our passion, and keeping them healthy is our number one priority. We strive to deliver excellent care for every pet because your pets deserve nothing less. Learn more about our hospital and why families choose us.
To learn more about AAHA accreditation and why it is important to you and your pet, visit aaha.org.
AAHA Accreditation FAQs
What is AAHA accreditation?
AAHA accreditation is a voluntary evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association that measures a veterinary hospital against approximately 900 standards of care.
How many animal hospitals are AAHA accredited?
Only about 12 to 15 percent of animal hospitals in the U.S. and Canada are AAHA accredited.
Are all veterinary hospitals required to be accredited?
No. Unlike many human hospitals, veterinary hospitals are not required by law to be accredited.
How often are AAHA hospitals evaluated?
AAHA-accredited hospitals undergo a comprehensive review every three years to maintain accreditation.
What areas do AAHA standards cover?
Standards cover anesthesia, surgery, pain management, dentistry, diagnostics, pharmacy, preventive care, infection control, patient care and more.
Is The Pet Clinic AAHA accredited?
Yes. The Pet Clinic in Omaha, NE is an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital.
Why should I choose an AAHA-accredited hospital?
Accreditation gives you confidence that your pet’s hospital has voluntarily met rigorous, consistent standards for quality and safety.
Experience AAHA-Accredited Care
Trust your pet to a hospital that meets the highest standards. Call The Pet Clinic at (402) 330-3096 or request an appointment in Omaha, NE .