Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital
Albuquerque, NM
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
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Overview
At Northwest Animal Clinic and Hospital we are committed to providing your pet, state of the art, quality veterinary medicine with the utmost integrity and compassion. Our patients and clients will always be treated as if they are a part of our own family
Northwest Animal Clinic has been around for 50 years and has a tradition of providing American Animal Hospital Association standard of care. Dr. Michael Riegger founded the clinic in 1974 and was the owner until his passing on October 9, 2021
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Services in detail
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Appointments & hours
Monday-Friday 8am - 5pm
Frequently asked
Is Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Is Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.
What services does Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital offer?+
Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.
When was Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital established?+
Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital has served the Albuquerque, NM community since 1974.
What reviewers say
Northwest Animal Clinic & Hospital is an established, independent veterinary practice providing comprehensive medical and surgical care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets such as ferrets. The clinic maintains AAHA accreditation and is widely recognized for a warm, welcoming environment staffed by compassionate professionals who handle anxious animals with exceptional patience and care. The veterinary team takes time to thoroughly explain diagnoses, discuss treatment options, and provide supportive end-of-life care. While the vast majority of clients express deep trust and loyalty spanning decades, occasional concerns are raised regarding billing transparency and pricing consistency.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.