Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital
Birmingham, AL
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
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
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
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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.
What reviewers say
Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital is widely recognized for providing exceptional, compassionate care for dogs, cats, and exotic animals including birds, reptiles, and small mammals. The veterinary team is highly knowledgeable, patient, and thorough in explaining treatments and handling anxious pets with specialized care. The facility maintains a welcoming atmosphere, transparent and reasonable pricing, and a strong responsiveness to urgent medical needs and end-of-life support.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.