Central Veterinary Hospital
Albany, NY
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Hospital
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
At Central Veterinary Hospital we are committed to providing the best care for all animals. From owned and loved pets, to the many lost or abandoned strays and large numbers of animals cared for by the various animal welfare groups. We treat all of our patients equally. We offer care and compassion with the latest high-tech medical equipment and expertise to deliver the best medical treatments possible to all patients, all of the time
For over forty years, Central Veterinary Hospital has been providing quality care to patients residing in the Capital Region. Established in the heart of downtown Albany in 1982, Central Veterinary Hospital has been owned and operated by Dr. Michel Hardaker since 1990
Mission — We cherish the opportunity to follow our patients from their earliest stage of life through their adolescence and long into their golden years. We promise to help get you and your pet off to a healthy start and to be there to assist, care, and support you both when the road ahead gets bumpy
Team at a glance
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Services in detail
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Appointments & hours
Mon - Fri: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Saturday: 7:30 AM - 1:00 PM; Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Does Central Veterinary Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Central Veterinary Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Central Veterinary Hospital offer?+
Central Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Central Veterinary Hospital established?+
Central Veterinary Hospital has served the Albany, NY community since 1982.
What reviewers say
Central Veterinary Hospital is an independent veterinary practice in Albany offering compassionate, knowledgeable medical care for dogs, cats, birds, and rabbits. The facility is clean and modern, providing routine wellness visits, dental care, surgeries, grooming, and boarding services. The staff and veterinarians are widely regarded as kind, patient with anxious animals, and thorough in explaining treatment plans and estimates. While most experiences reflect long-standing client loyalty and gentle end-of-life care, some visitors note occasional communication hurdles or high costs for advanced procedures.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.