Shoals Animal Hospital
Muscle Shoals, AL
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
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Services
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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
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
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
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.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.