Description

The American Animal Hospital Association is an international organization of more than 40,000 veterinary care providers who treat companion animals. AAHA reminds pet owners that they can help pets live healthier and longer lives by taking their pets to the veterinarian for periodic physical exams, vaccinations, and dental care as well as providing pets with fresh water, a balanced diet and exercise. Established in 1933, the association is well known among veterinarians for its high standards for hospitals and pet health care.

Purpose

Provide veterinary professionals with the resources they need to provide quality care to companion animals.  Enable veterinarians to effectively manage their businesses and maintain the highest standards of excellence, and to meet the publics needs in veterinarian medicine.

Types of Members

Approximately 3,000 veterinary hospitals voluntarily participate in the AAHA hospital accreditation program and are visited regularly to ensure compliance with AAHA standards.

Today, AAHA serves approximately 6,000 practice teams in the United States and Canada that are comprised of more than 36,000 individual veterinary care providers. Nearly 3,000 of the total practice teams are accredited.

When Founded

1933

Address

American Animal Hospital Association
12575 W. Bayaud Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80228