VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital

Our Story

In our AAHA-accredited facility at VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital, we've helped pets live long, healthy and happy lives since 1983. We work hard to deliver the best medical care for your pets, as well as the best experience for you, the pet owner.

Our veterinarians, technicians and other pet-friendly support staff are trained to the highest standards. Their thorough knowledge of the latest procedures and medicines ensures that all our patients receive the best in preventive and healing care.

Hometown Care at VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital

Welcome! VCA Arrighetti has served Santa Fe community since 1983 and has been at the same location for over 35 years. At VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital, your pet’s health is our top priority and excellent client service is our goal. And we are always here to serve you and your pet.

Located in the South/Central area of Santa Fe, between Siringo and St. Michael’s streets off of Pacheco Street and just 2 miles from interstate 25 (I-25), VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital is a friendly, comfortable, state of the art, medically full service AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital. 

Our caring and skilled veterinarians provide well pet and sick pet services, for puppies, kittens, adult dogs and cats and senior pets. Our services include physical exams, vaccines, including weekly Preventative Care Vaccine Clinics, spay, neuter, and pet dental care; surgeries, hospitalization, digital x-rays, and laboratory testing.

We carry Hills Prescription and Science Diets, Royal Canin therapeutic pet food, and a variety of healthy treats. 

Ask us about CareClub, the wellness plan with easy, affordable monthly payments.

We work closely with rescue groups and animal shelters, including the City of Santa Fe and Espanola Shelters, Felines & Friends New Mexico and Lap Dog Rescue.

We welcome you to VCA Arrighetti Animal Hospital where we care about you and your pet, and will help you take the best possible care of your lovable companion. Our doctors, Dr. Esteban Armendariz, Dr. Patricia McCreight, and Dr. Julie Newman, with the combined experience of over 90 years, are knowledgeable and skilled veterinarians, and kind and compassionate individuals. 

Along with our friendly front office staff and well trained patient care team, we will provide exceptional service to you and your pet.

 
Accreditations & Affiliations
American Animal Hospital Association

The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) sets the standard for quality veterinary care for companion animals. As an accredited hospital, we voluntarily uphold the Association's high standards in 18 different areas and are routinely evaluated on over 900 different standards of veterinary care. Not all animal hospitals are accredited, and we are proud to be amongst only 12-15% of veterinary hospitals that hold this honor.