Companion Animal Care

LOVE the staff here so much! We bring both our dog and our rats to this clinic, and the doctors and the nurses handle all of them so well! The vets are also super thorough with their explanations and don't hesitate to explain something in detail if you need it :) Overall, extremely friendly staff and a super inviting environment!

I have taken both cats and dogs to Companion Animal Care, and I have been happy with all of the vets that I have seen there. Dr. Alford is the main vet, and he's wonderful. He's a very intelligent, very educated person who truly loves animals and what he does, and I feel like that makes a difference and makes him a better veterinarian. I have had several special needs animals, and I have always been pleased with the care that I have received at this facility. We have an indoor outdoor farm cat, and Dr Alford doesn't judge us or talk down to us for that, which is something that we really appreciate. Fun fact! He also treats reptiles and birds and other animals (snakes and turtles, and other mammals as well I believe). He even has a bearded lizard in the front of the office! He has a ton of experience, and that is part of the reason that I chose him. Even better, I learned recently that some of my friends' veterinarians were recommending they take their animals to him when their animals needed specialized care. We don't truly have a specialty facility here in Huntsville, so I feel like Dr Alford is as close as you're going to get unless you go see one of the rotating specialists or drive to Nashville. I also feel like the prices that I pay here are very fair. I have paid for veterinary care all across the country as I have taken my babies with me in my travels, and I don't feel like he overcharges for things, which is something I greatly appreciate, especially with special needs animals who have to see the vet more frequently than we would like. His facility isn't large, but it is clean and smells good! They also have the instruments necessary if you have small dogs or other small animals, and they need to be put under. This is really important because using the larger dog instruments on smaller dogs can cause issues with diseases such as collapsing trachea. (As a Yorkie mama, this is something that matters a lot to me!) I've even had my baby's teeth cleaned and pulled here, and Dr. Alford and his tech did an incredible job. Her teeth were nasty (I know, I know), but they did manage to save a few of them, and she came out of the procedure infinitely better than the last time I had her teeth cleaned in Atlanta where she was groggy and upset for days. She bounced back so much better this time. Also, the estimate was within $20 of the final cost of the teeth cleaning, and I was really grateful for that. They are very good at predicting the prices of things, so you won't be caught off guard. Last, but certainly not least, his staff is easily the best staff I've ever dealt with at any veterinarian office. They are so incredibly kind. They remember who you are; they remember your animals, and they treat your animals as if they were their own babies. I have seen some vet staff horror situations, and this is not one of those. I've never seen them manhandle my babies or anyone else's. That is something I wouldn't tolerate ever, and I never have to worry about it at this facility. They also frequently follow up with you to see how your animal is doing after the visit. I think this is really thoughtful, but it's also good practice. Moreover, if you have lost or found an animal, you are welcome to come to their office and post up a flyer. Yet another thing I love about this office. Please note: They have very sweet office cats who walk freely in the back area. It's right on 72 so it's a convenient location, and they even have grooming services here. I haven't personally used them, but they leave the door open and you can always see what's going on in there.

Absolutely the most caring vet I have been too. We're able to help our pet duck. Even called to check on her several times days afterwards.

Someone on reddit recommended Dr. Alford for reptiles so I reached out to them regarding some issues with my leopard gecko, Tzaziki. Communication between the staff and I was incredible and I got such a warm, genuine vibe just from our initial phone calls. We did eventually decide Tzaziki needed to be seen and despite the circumstances I am so thankful I found this vet. Even chatting with other patients in the waiting room made it clear how happy they were with the staff and services. There was no judgement. They helped my little buddy, gave me medication, educated me, and encouraged me to keep in touch if I have any questions. I also felt that the price was very fair for what my gecko needed done. I had such a positive experience that I plan on switching all my other pets over once it's time for their yearly check ups.

I had a great experience with Companion. About a week ago, my dog was having an allergic reaction and her eye was swollen, bleeding, and her skin was itchy. The veterinarian we usually use was not able to get my dog in for an emergency visit, so we went to Companion. They took wonderful care of my dog in a timely manner, the vet answered all my questions and gave good advice, and the prices were a comparable rate. Most importantly, the tech who took care of my pup was super sweet... when we left, my fur-baby was wagging her tail! At other places, my dog leaves there scared, but Companion was a breath of fresh air for my dog and me. Today, my dog's eye is sooo much better and she's no longer itchy and scratchy, and her eye is nearly healed!😊