Alta Veterinary Hospital

Sandy, UT

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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

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Boarding Grooming End Of Life House Call

Amenities & accessibility

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

Overview

Quality and Affordable Care for Over 60 Years. Alta Veterinary Hospital established practice in the Sandy, Utah community, over 60 years ago. We are committed to providing our best quality care, medical services and affordability for you pet. Our staff has an extensive veterinary knowledge base. They care compassionately for your pet while utilizing State-of-the-Art care and treatments available today. We are a fully equipped hospital offering: Digital X-Ray, Ultrasound, In-House Lab, Dentistry & Digital, K-Laser Pain Clinic, Boarding, Grooming

In 1963, Dr. John W. Whiteley opened Alta Veterinary Hospital. For over fifty years we have been in this community. His desire has always been to serve the people and their pets in the southeast portion of Salt Lake County. Our services have expanded over the years to include laser therapy, orthopedics, complete senior health care, and full dental services (including dental x-ray). We have always tried to provide progressive and updated services for your pet here at Alta Veterinary Hospital

Mission — Our patients care and comfort are foremost in our minds. Our clients satisfaction is our best reward, thus ensuring the continued success of our practice

Care capabilities

End-of-life care
In Clinic

Team at a glance

2
Veterinarians (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
7
Support staff
11
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

Digital X-RayUltrasoundIn-House LabDental x-rayK-LaserLaser therapyEndoscopy

Services in detail

AdmissionsBoardingEnd of Life ServicesNutritionPharmacySurgeryGrooming and BathingDental CareImmunization and Wellness CareMicrochippingPain ManagementRadiologyUltrasoundDog TrainingDigital X-RayIn-House LabK-Laser Pain ClinicLaser therapyOrthopedicsComplete senior health careFull dental services (including dental x-ray)EndoscopySenior wellness programs

Appointments & hours

Mon: 8 am – 6 pm, Tue: 8 am – 6 pm, Wed: 8 am – 5 pm, Thur: 8 am – 6 pm, Fri: 8 am – 6 pm, Sat: 8 am – 4 pm, Sun: Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Alta Veterinary Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Alta Veterinary Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Alta Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Alta Veterinary Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Alta Veterinary Hospital established?+

Alta Veterinary Hospital has served the Sandy, UT community since 1963.

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