Old Shell Animal Hospital

Mobile, AL

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Appointment
24/7 care
Unknown
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Old Shell Animal Hospital adheres to the highest standards of patient care. We are committed to your pet's health. Our caring team of professionals will tend to your pet's welfare with the utmost regard, while also providing you with the information and support you need as a pet owner

Founded in 1948, Old Shell Animal Hospital is the oldest veterinary hospital in Mobile, Alabama. While we've kept up with the changes in technology since then, we haven't lost the that warm, cozy charm of those early days, according to our clients

Mission — At Old Shell Animal Hospital, we will help you make informed decisions about your pet's healthcare needs. We will stand with you as advocates of your pet's medical care and wellness

Team at a glance

1
Veterinarian (DVM)

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

Technology & equipment

modern laboratory equipmentstate-of-the-art automated vital signs monitoring equipmentonsite X-ray machine and processor

Services in detail

Wellness ServicesBoardingDiagnostic And TherapeuticSurgical ServicesAnesthesia ServicesCutting-Edge MonitoringInternal MedicineRadiology ServicesDentistryLaboratory ServicesMicrochip IDPharmacyCustom Flea and Tick ControlDietary CounselingBehavioral CounselingBathing

Memberships

Mobile Junior LeagueMobile Chamber of CommerceRotary Club of MobileMobile Veterinary Medical Association

Appointments & hours

Book online

Monday: 7:30am - 6:00pm Tuesday: 7:30am - 5:30pm Wednesday: 7:30am -12:00pm Thursday: 7:30am - 5:30pm Friday: 7:30am - 6:00pm Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

What services does Old Shell Animal Hospital offer?+

Old Shell Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

When was Old Shell Animal Hospital established?+

Old Shell Animal Hospital has served the Mobile, AL community since 1948.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 388 reviews

Situated in a historic residential building in Midtown, this veterinary practice is widely praised for its exceptionally warm, compassionate, and knowledgeable staff. The veterinary team excels at handling anxious or aggressive pets with patience and tailored calming strategies. Clients frequently highlight thorough explanations of medical conditions, attentive senior and end-of-life care, and efficient scheduling. While most experiences reflect fair pricing and high-quality care, a few individuals note occasional challenges regarding upfront fee transparency and communication regarding treatment costs.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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