Animal Health Center

Opelika, 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
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Exotic Companion Mammal Avian Reptile Amphibian

Services

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

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

We are a dedicated team of veterinarians who proudly provide exceptional care for your beloved pets, from dogs and cats to birds, reptiles, and even chickens. Our comprehensive services cater to all your furry and feathered friends

Dr. Homer S. "Buddy" Bruce graduated from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in June 1987. Upon graduation, he worked for Dr. Marsha Cashwell in Phenix City while he built his veterinary hospital in Opelika. He was raised in Opelika, where his grandfather and others built the first human hospital

Mission — We don't just provide gold-standard veterinary medicine to every pet... we think differently. We reimagine all the ways a veterinary team can make a difference in your life. We care deeper, we look deeper, and we always put you and your pet first. Because here, you are family

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

3
Veterinarians (DVM)
15
Support staff
18
Total team

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

Services in detail

preventative careinternal medicinesurgerydentistryroutine check-upsvaccinationsparasite preventiondental carespays and neutersBAER tests

Appointments & hours

Monday-Friday 7:30-6:00 Saturday 8:00-12:00

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Frequently asked

Does Animal Health Center offer emergency or urgent care?+

Animal Health Center offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Does Animal Health Center treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Animal Health Center offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Animal Health Center offer?+

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

When was Animal Health Center established?+

Animal Health Center has served the Opelika, AL community since 1988.

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