Sand Creek Animal Hospital

Albany, NY

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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

Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Sand Creek Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary practice committed to exceptional care, education, and peace of mind. Our mission is to support both pets and their owners with a compassionate, collaborative approach, emphasizing open communication to form lasting relationships built on trust and respect

Mission — We are dedicated to delivering veterinary care while educating our clients on their pet’s health

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only
End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

8
Veterinarians (DVM)
29
Support staff
37
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

PetDesk AppOnline Pharmacy

Services in detail

Pet AllergiesPet Dentistry/Oral ServiceEmergency Pet CareIn-House Pet LaboratoryInternal Pet MedicinePet Laser TherapyPet Nutrition CounselingPreventative Pet CarePuppy & Kitten Pet CareSmall Mammal Pet CareSenior Pet CarePet SurgeryPet RadiologyPet Ultrasound

Appointments & hours

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Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:30 PM Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Sand Creek Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Sand Creek Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

Does Sand Creek Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Sand Creek Animal Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is Sand Creek Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Sand Creek Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

Does Sand Creek Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Sand Creek Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Sand Creek Animal Hospital offer?+

Sand Creek Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, End Of Life.

When was Sand Creek Animal Hospital established?+

Sand Creek Animal Hospital has served the Albany, NY community since 2002.

What reviewers say

93% Positive sentiment
based on 573 reviews

Sand Creek Animal Hospital is a well-regarded veterinary practice in Albany, NY, offering compassionate, thorough, and highly responsive care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets like rabbits and guinea pigs. The facility features a spotless environment with separated waiting areas for cats and dogs, and the staff is widely praised for being exceptionally gentle with anxious or nervous animals. Services include routine wellness visits, dental care, diagnostics, and supportive end-of-life support. While pricing has trended upward over recent years, the team consistently maintains strong communication, personalized follow-up calls, and accommodating scheduling.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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