Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital

Birmingham, AL

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Emergency Boarding End Of Life Urgent Care

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

The Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital team has been providing exceptional general, wellness, and urgent veterinary care for pets in Hoover, Alabama, and the surrounding metro area since 1981. We serve dogs, cats, and exotics – and we’re dedicated to giving your animals compassionate and tender care for their entire lives

Founded by Dr. David Friddle, the veterinary team at Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital has been providing quality veterinary care for dogs, cats, and exotics in the Birmingham, Alabama, metro area since 1981. In 2023, Dr. Haley Burke purchased the hospital from Dr. Friddle when he decided to retire

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
4
Licensed technicians
7
Support staff
14
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital X-ray technologyIn-house ultrasoundIn-house laboratory equipmentCold laser therapyVetSource online pharmacy

Services in detail

General care (exams, vaccinations, bloodwork & microchipping)Diagnostics (x-rays & in-house ultrasound)Internal medicineImmunotherapyIntensive careHospice, pain management & in-home euthanasiaNutritional counselingLaser therapySurgical procedures & moreBoardingHeartworm testing & treatmentHealth certificates for travelPharmacyMicrochippingVaccinations

Appointments & hours

Monday 7 am – 6 pm, Tuesday 7 am – 6 pm, Wednesday 7 am – 6 pm, Thursday 7 am – 6 pm, Friday 7 am – 6 pm, Saturday 8 am – 12 pm, Sunday Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital established?+

Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital has served the Birmingham, AL community since 1981.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.