Animal Health Clinic

Name

Animal Health Clinic

Legal name

Animal Health Clinic

Website

https://ahcfargo.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Veterinary Services

NAICS

Veterinary Services (54194)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

General Practice Veterinary Clinics (Wellness & Primary Care) (HLAMAAAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Exotic Companion Animal Veterinary Clinics (Birds/Reptiles/Small Mammals) (HLAMAAAH), Behavioral Medicine & Training-Integrated Veterinary Services (HLAMAAAI)

Keywords

• Veterinary services
• Companion animal care
• Exotic pet medicine
• Veterinary diagnostics
• Pet wellness care

Headquarters

HQ city

Fargo

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Veterinary Services: Revenue from wellness exams, vaccines, surgery, dental care, acupuncture, chiropractic, diagnostic imaging, and specialty services for dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, reptiles, and exotic animals.
2. In-Clinic Pharmacy: Prescription medications and preventatives dispensed directly at the clinic during appointments or within 24-48 hours for refills.
3. Online Pharmacy: Partnered with Vetsource and Koala for home delivery of medications and preventatives, with the clinic maintaining oversight of prescriptions.
4. CPR & First Aid Training: $150 per person for in-person certification courses including 54-piece First Aid Kit, handbook, hands-on practice, and certification.
5. Surgery/Anesthetic Procedure Deposits: $100 non-refundable deposit required at scheduling for surgical and anesthetic procedures, applied to final invoice.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Animal Health Clinic is a full-service AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified veterinary practice providing wellness exams, preventative medicine, surgery, dental care, in-house diagnostics (radiology, ultrasound, endoscopy, laboratory), and pharmacy services for dogs, cats, birds, small mammals, reptiles, and other exotic species. It also delivers specialty offerings such as avian and exotic animal medicine, acupuncture and chiropractic care, behavior consultations, hospice and euthanasia, and CPR/First Aid certification classes. Prescriptions are dispensed in-clinic or fulfilled through partner online pharmacies Vetsource and Koala for home delivery.

Product overview

Animal Health Clinic is a full-service veterinary practice offering a comprehensive range of animal health services. The core service portfolio includes wellness exams, vaccinations, surgery, dental care, imaging, laboratory, and pharmacy services. Specialty offerings encompass avian and exotic animal medicine, acupuncture and chiropractic care, pain management, hospice and euthanasia, behavior consultations, and CPR/first-aid training. The clinic operates an AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified Practice and provides online pharmacy access through partnered platforms (Vetsource and Koala) for home delivery of medications and preventatives.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Wellness Exams & Vaccines Routine wellness examinations, parasite prevention and control, and vaccination services for companion animals including dogs and cats.
• Avian & Exotic Animal Medicine & Surgery Specialized medical and surgical care for birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, rodents, rabbits, ferrets, hedgehogs, sugar gliders, poultry, and other exotic species not typically treated at general veterinary clinics.
• Acupuncture, Chiropractic & Pain Management Complementary therapies including laser therapy, senior care, pain management, platelet rich plasma (PRP), stem cell therapy, chiropractic care, and acupuncture for companion animals.
• Surgery & Dental Care Soft tissue surgery, dental cleaning, extractions, and referral surgery services for companion animals.
• Hospice & Euthanasia Services End-of-life care, euthanasia, and cremation coordination services for companion animals, with referrals to local aftercare providers.
• Imaging, Lab & In-Clinic Pharmacy In-house radiology (x-ray), ultrasound, endoscopy, fully stocked pharmacy, and full laboratory services for diagnostic and treatment support of companion animals.
• Puppy & Kitten Care Wellness visits, vaccinations, microchipping, spay and neuter surgeries, and Fear Free visits tailored for young pets.
• Specialty Services Specialty consultations and procedures including nutritional counseling, behavior counseling, stem cell therapy, acupuncture, platelet rich plasma (PRP), and avian/exotic care.
• CPR & First-Aid Classes Pet first-aid and CPR certification courses taught by licensed veterinary technicians; includes hands-on practice, handbook, 54-piece First Aid Kit, and certification. Priced at $150 per person.
• Behavior Consults In-clinic behavioral consultations addressing anxiety, aggression, reactivity, separation anxiety, and other behavioral concerns using science-based, Fear Free positive reinforcement techniques.
• Online Pharmacy (Vetsource) Trusted online pharmacy partner providing safe, authentic prescription medications and preventatives delivered directly to clients' homes, with clinic oversight of prescriptions.
• Online Pharmacy (Koala) Second partnered online pharmacy providing reliable medication delivery service to clients, with clinic-authorized prescriptions.

Quantifiable outcome

• Only 12% of animal hospitals in the US and Canada are AAHA accredited
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Red River Animal Emergency HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEmergency and critical care referral partner for after-hours emergencies and critical care situations. Located at 4491 23rd Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104. Clinic refers emergency cases and clients are directed to this hospital when emergency services are needed outside regular clinic hours.
• VetsourcecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOnline pharmacy partner providing safe and reliable home delivery of medications and preventatives. Accessed through animalhealthclinic.securevetsource.com. The clinic maintains prescription oversight and authorizes medications through this trusted pharmacy.
• KoalacoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSecond online pharmacy partner offering home delivery of medications. Accessed through ahcfargo.koala.health. Provides convenient medication access for clients with clinic-authorized prescriptions.
• Down Dog StudiominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFear Free Certified dog training facility offering group and one-on-one training classes. Referrals sent for further training after behavior consultations. Located in the FM area (fmdowndog.com).
• CareCreditminorGTM or Marketing PartnerHealthcare credit card for veterinary expenses. Promoted as payment option to avoid 3% credit card processing fee. Available at https://www.carecredit.com/go/WMR827/.
• All Pet CardminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPayment plan credit card accepted as alternative to credit card to avoid processing fee. Available at allpet.com.
• PawlicyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPet insurance comparison platform recommended to clients for comparing pet insurance plans. Helps pet owners find appropriate insurance coverage.
• Ora Pet SittingminorOthersIn-home pet sitting service recommended in client resources. Contact: Karina Pickar, 218-303-5027.
• Pet Services (Kathi Bruggeman)minorOthersCremation and aftercare services partner for euthanasia services. Contact: 218-790-4759, petservices.us.
• Eternal TidesminorOthersAquamation (water-based cremation) services partner. Contact: Curtis Sullivan, 701-347-1106, eternaltidesfmwf.com.
• Paws of Serenity (Dr. Haroldson)minorOthersIn-home euthanasia service provider recommended to clients. Contact: 701-353-0937, PawsOfSerenity.com.
• Lap of LoveminorOthersQuality of life resources and end-of-life care guidance recommended to clients. Includes DISHAA Assessment Tool for cognitive dysfunction evaluation.
• Microtel Inn & Suites (West Fargo)minorOthersPet-friendly hotel recommended for out-of-town clients. Allows cats, dogs, and exotic pets for $30 fee. Small animals must remain in enclosures during stay.
• Zoetis RewardsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRewards program recommended for pets on Apoquel or Simparica Trio medications. Program available at zoetispetcare.com/rewards.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• PetVet Care Centers: PetVet Care Centers is a PE-backed network of more than 450 companion animal hospitals across the US. It is comparable as a consolidator of independent general practices and as a competitor for talent and clients in regional markets similar to Fargo.
• Banfield Pet Hospital: Banfield is the largest general practice veterinary chain in the US, operating inside PetSmart locations nationwide. It is a directly comparable general practice provider offering wellness and primary care, but at massive national scale rather than a single independent site.
• NVA (National Veterinary Associates): NVA is a leading PE-backed veterinary consolidator owning hundreds of general practice, specialty, and ER hospitals across the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. It is comparable as a direct acquirer/operator of independent companion animal clinics in the same peer category as Animal Health Clinic.
• BluePearl Pet Hospital: BluePearl is a national network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals owned by Mars Petcare. It is comparable as a specialty/emergency referral partner that overlaps with Animal Health Clinic's exotic and advanced surgical capabilities, though it operates at specialty-only scale.
• VetStrategy: VetStrategy is a Canadian PE-backed veterinary consolidator with growing US presence, acquiring independent companion animal hospitals. It is comparable as a regional consolidator and acquirer of practices with similar service profiles to Animal Health Clinic.
• Mission Veterinary Partners: MVP is a PE-backed veterinary hospital group operating general practice and specialty clinics across the Midwest and US. It is a direct comparable as a consolidator actively acquiring independent companion animal clinics similar in scope and regional character to Animal Health Clinic.
• VCA Animal Hospitals: VCA operates the largest network of general practice, specialty, and emergency veterinary hospitals in the US and Canada. It is directly comparable as a multi-site general practice operator, but operates at vastly greater scale and as a Mars Petcare-owned platform rather than an independent single-location practice.

Emerging players

• Vetster: Vetster is an emerging veterinary telehealth marketplace connecting pet owners with licensed veterinarians for virtual consultations. It is comparable as a partial substitute for in-clinic wellness and behavior consultations, representing a long-term channel threat to traditional general practices.
• Dutch: Dutch is an emerging veterinary telemedicine and at-home care platform offering subscription-based telehealth and certain in-home services. It is comparable as an emerging channel that could divert lower-acuity wellness revenue away from brick-and-mortar clinics like Animal Health Clinic over time.

Direct peers

• Red River Animal Emergency Hospital: Red River Animal Emergency Hospital is the emergency referral partner explicitly named by Animal Health Clinic, located in Fargo, ND. It is the most directly comparable local peer — both are licensed veterinary service providers serving the same Fargo pet-owner base with overlapping capabilities.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/animal-health-clinic

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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