Shoals Animal Hospital

Muscle Shoals, 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
No
Accepting new patients
Yes

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

Shoals Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary hospital located in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. Established in 1968 by the late Dr. John C. Lowery, the hospital has been caring for Shoals area dogs and cats under the direction of Dr. Kristy Clopton and Dr. Nikki Snipes since 2009. We offer convenient hours and a comfortable, friendly environment for you and your pet. Our professional and courteous veterinarians and staff seek to provide the best possible medical, surgical, and dental care for our patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients

Established in 1968 by the late Dr. John C. Lowery, the hospital has been caring for Shoals area dogs and cats under the direction of Dr. Kristy Clopton and Dr. Nikki Snipes since 2009

Mission — Welcome to Shoals Animal Hospital. We appreciate that you have trusted us with the care of your pets and hope we exceed your expectations today and in the future. We aim for you to see the passion that our staff has for animals through the polite, knowledgeable, and friendly service you receive. We hope to foster confidence and create a bond with you by treating every patient with compassionate, ethical care. We strive to understand and meet the needs of you and your pet by providing the highest quality animal care at the best value possible. We hope every visit you have with us is both efficient and enjoyable. At Shoals Animal Hospital our mission is to add quality to the existence of those that make our existence exceptional

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
9
Support staff
11
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Pet Portalonline pharmacy

Services in detail

Canine and Feline medicineSurgeryWell-pet careVaccinationsPreventative Health CareDentistryCritical patient hospitalizationIn-house laboratory testingRadiographyUltrasoundNutritional counselingMicrochip servicesBoarding/daycareBathing and some grooming services

Appointments & hours

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Open today 07:00 am – 05:00 pm

Frequently asked

Is Shoals Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Shoals Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Shoals Animal Hospital offer?+

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

When was Shoals Animal Hospital established?+

Shoals Animal Hospital has served the Muscle Shoals, AL community since 1968.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 270 reviews

Shoals Animal Hospital is widely regarded as a compassionate, highly professional veterinary practice staffed by knowledgeable doctors and welcoming personnel. The team is noted for providing thorough explanations, excellent routine and end-of-life care, and maintaining a clean environment. While the majority of visitors report positive experiences, occasional difficulties with front desk interactions and appointment availability are noted.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency ResponseStrong Followup

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