What AAHA Accreditation Means for You and Your Pet

Why Stonebrook Family Pet Clinic Chooses to Go Above and Beyond

At Stonebrook Family Pet Clinic, we’re proud to be an AAHA-accredited hospital—but what does that really mean for you and your pet?

Most pet owners are surprised to learn that accreditation isn’t required for veterinary clinics. In fact, only about 15% of animal hospitals in the U.S. and Canada have taken the extra step to become accredited by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). Accreditation is 100% voluntary, but we chose it because your pet deserves care that meets the highest standards in the industry.

So… What Is AAHA?

AAHA is the only organization that accredits companion animal hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. To earn and maintain this accreditation, we’re evaluated on over 900 rigorous standards of veterinary excellence—everything from cleanliness and safety protocols to pain management, medical records, client communication, and surgical practices.

In short: AAHA ensures we don’t just say we’re high-quality… we prove it.

What Does This Mean for You and Your Pet?

You may not notice all the little things, but AAHA shows up in everything we do, every single day:

🐾 Why we recommend what we recommend – Whether it’s vaccines, dental care, diagnostics, or parasite prevention, our protocols are evidence-based and AAHA-approved. We don’t just “follow trends”—we follow the science.

🐾 Why we don’t cut corners – Our medical team uses best practices for safety, pain control, and infection prevention. That’s why your pet’s procedure might cost more here than at a non-accredited clinic—we’re not doing “just enough.” We’re doing what’s best.

🐾 Why we’re proud of our prices – The value in our care isn’t just in the service, but in the standards we uphold. We believe in being transparent, and we stand behind every recommendation because it’s rooted in high-quality medicine and compassion.

🐾 Why your pet’s visit feels different – Our AAHA culture creates a team that communicates better, trains better, and supports each other better—because when we’re at our best, your pet gets the best.

We Chose This—For You

AAHA accreditation isn’t easy. It requires ongoing evaluations and constant improvement. But we chose this path because we believe your family deserves more than the bare minimum. You deserve peace of mind. You deserve a clinic that puts in the extra effort—even when no one is watching.

If you have questions about our recommendations, treatments, or prices, we welcome them. Everything we do is grounded in doing right by your pet.

📩 Have questions? Want to learn more about how our AAHA standards affect your pet’s care? Just ask! We’re here for you—every step of the way.

👉 Learn more about AAHA accreditation at www.aaha.org