What is AAHA?
At Frey Pet Hospital, we don’t just meet expectations — we exceed them. For nearly five decades, we’ve proudly maintained accreditation by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), a distinction earned by only 12–15% of veterinary hospitals in North America.
What Is AAHA and Why Does It Matter?
AAHA is the only organization that accredits companion animal hospitals in the U.S. and Canada. Unlike human hospitals, not all veterinary hospitals are required to be accredited. That’s why choosing an AAHA-accredited hospital like Frey Pet Hospital means you’ve chosen a facility that voluntarily holds itself to the highest standards in the profession.
We are evaluated on more than 400 categories across 3,000+ individual standards, covering everything from:
- Patient care
- Surgical protocols
- Anesthesia and pain management
- Laboratory services
- Emergency procedures
- Client communication
- Medical recordkeeping
We undergo a rigorous clinic-wide review every three years to ensure we are meeting and exceeding these benchmarks.
Our Culture of Excellence
Frey Pet Hospital does not strive to be ordinary — we strive to be extraordinary, with an emphasis on the extra. As a team, we believe in pushing ourselves to provide the highest level of service to both our clients and patients.
To achieve this:
- We continuously evaluate our current skill set
- We harness our team’s passion and unique strengths
- We take decisive action to elevate our level of care
This culture of self-improvement has allowed us to proudly serve the Eastern Iowa community for over 40 years.
What This Means for You and Your Pet
At our AAHA-accredited facility, your pet will receive care from a highly trained, compassionate, and professional veterinary team.
You’ll benefit from:
- Transparent communication
- Evidence-based medicine
- A proactive approach to your pet’s health
- Access to the latest in veterinary advancements
We live by the philosophy: “Treating your pets as if they were our very own.”
Committed to Eastern Iowa’s Pets — Then, Now, and Always
Frey Pet Hospital is proud to be recognized among the best in the veterinary field. Maintaining AAHA accreditation year after year is more than a badge of honor — it’s a reflection of our enduring promise to provide exceptional care for every pet, every time.
If you have questions about AAHA or our standards of care, we invite you to reach out or visit our hospital. Your pet deserves extraordinary — and we’re here to deliver it.