The Animal Hospital
Slingerlands, NY
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
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Species treated
Services
Accreditations
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Our family has provided dedicated veterinary care to the Capital Region since 1974. As an American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) accredited veterinary hospital, we ensure our team can provide personalized, high-quality attention to every patient. This focused approach allows our veterinarians to deliver expert care to companion animals, exotic pets, and wildlife
Our veterinary hospital has served the Capital District for more than 50 years. Established by Dr. Lexi's father, Dr. Ed Becker, the hospital remains deeply rooted in its original hometown values. Having grown up within these walls, Dr. Lexi acquired the practice in 2014, continuing her family's tradition of personalized service while integrating the latest advancements in veterinary medicine and technology
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Tuesday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Wednesday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Thursday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm, Saturday 8:00am - 5:00pm, Sunday CLOSED
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Frequently asked
Is The Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — The Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Is The Animal Hospital AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — The Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.
Does The Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — The Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does The Animal Hospital offer?+
The Animal Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, End Of Life, and more.
When was The Animal Hospital established?+
The Animal Hospital has served the Slingerlands, NY community since 1974.
What reviewers say
The practice provides comprehensive veterinary care in a welcoming, clean, and modern facility with a bucolic setting. The team of veterinarians and support staff is consistently described as exceptionally compassionate, knowledgeable, and attentive to both routine needs and complex medical cases. Services include thorough diagnostics, exotics and wildlife support, flexible scheduling, and comforting end-of-life care.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.