DARTMOUTH — Anchor Animal Hospital of North Dartmouth has again received accreditation following a comprehensive evaluation by the American Animal Hospital Association. The evaluation includes a quality assessment review of the hospital's facility, medical equipment, practice methods and pet health care management.

Only 15 percent of all small animal veterinary practices in the U.S. have achieved accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association. In order to maintain accredited status, Anchor Animal Hospital must continue to be evaluated regularly by the association's consultants.

Established in 1933, the American Animal Hospital Association is the only organization that accredits veterinary practices throughout the U.S. and Canada for dedication to high standards of veterinary care. Approximately 3,000 AAHA-accredited practices pass regular reviews of AAHA's stringent accreditation standards that cover patient care, client service and medical protocols. For pet care information or referral to an AAHA-accredited practice, visit www.healthypet.com.

Anchor Animal Hospital provides ultrasound and echocardiography services and they also see birds, reptiles, rabbits and all pocket pets. Anchor Animal Hospital, located at 750 State Road, has been an accredited practice member of the association since 1980 and can be reached online at www.anchoranimalhospital.com.

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