I needed a quote for a 1st time visit, shots, blood work, and spay. This involved a lot of…read morequestions, decisions etc. Stephanie was pleasant, knowlegeable, and prompt. So nice to have a professional to deal with.

Our 7-year old cat began having problems the week before last. It started out as hacking and…read morevomiting as with hairballs, but by Thursday night she was not eating at all, and if she did drink a small amount of water, she'd immediately vomit it back up. She became a bit lethargic and was obviously losing weight. I called Friday morning, but our normal vet could not see her until the next Monday. I found that MAC could see her immediately because they are walk-in only. The doctor saw her quickly and after an exam, gave us a very reasonable quote for suggested procedures (bloodwork, IV fluids, hospitalization). We left her there for treatment over the weekend. The staff did call with updates. On Monday, a technician called to say they had no good news but were going to run more bloodwork. I asked if they had done an x-ray to check for an obstruction and she said no, and acted like that was a strange request. Later in the afternoon, the doctor called to say things were not good. He told use she had FIV (feline AIDS). That was news to us, and a very unusual disease for an indoor cat to have. He said her inability to keep anything down was likely due to a GI infection she could not fight off. He said there was nothing they could do for her and that she would probably not live much longer without eating or drinking. He said this is common with FIV cats. While he did not suggest euthanasia, when I brought that up, he seemed to think that was a good option. We went that evening, expecting to see our cat on her deathbed and to say goodbye. When we got there, she was fairly active and seemed fairly normal. After some discussion, we decided to take her home, fully expecting to be back in a few days when she began to go downhill. When we checked out, we were charged some additional fees for more bloodwork, but it was still very reasonable. For the next few days, she was still fairly lethargic, and vomited a few times after drinking. Once or twice, she did eat a few morsels and keep them down. She sis not seem to be in any pain and did not seem to be getting worse, but she needed to eat. On Thursday, we called our regular vet and got her in there. I brought all the bloodwork records from MAC. Oddly enough, none of that included the FIV test results, and when our vet did the test, it came back negative! Our doctor said that the test is very accurate. She did an x-ray, and saw what might have be a soft object in her stomach, so we had an endoscope done. That shows nothing - no tumors, no foreign objects, all was good. Since the, she has slowly started easting again and has been less lethargic. It remains to be seen what is (was) wrong, but at least she seems to be improving. I think MAC does a good job, but I question the validity of their FIV test (especially since it was not listed on their bloodwork results). I also question the doctor almost letting us euthanize our dear pet. I just believe they could have been more diligent in doing more diagnostic work (x-rays).

Love Standifer's! We've been bringing our mini-schnauzers here for many years. Our new baby, Woody,…read moregot all of his puppy shots and got fixed here! The dogtors are all very knowledgeable and kind towards the dogs. They know a thing or two because they've seen a thing or two. They give realistic advice and explain dog health in plain language that I can understand. The staff in the front is always very kind, always picks up the phone, and handle checking in and out quickly. They always have kind things to say about Mr. Woody and recognize that they're taking care of somebody's baby! The groomers do a great job. I'd been to groomers before that had nicked an ear or something, but that's never happened with Tiffany at Standifer's. They take great care to trim out the paw pads, express the glands, clean out the ears. All the things that I don't cover in my makeshift home dog bath. Last time I was there, a woman was there picking up her cat named Biggie. Biggie came out in a laundry basket. Big, indeed. Convenient location, easy parking right out front! Standifer's is a great place to take our pawed friends. Woody got his summer cut, no comments about skipping leg day, please. He knows.

HORRIBLE SERVICE !!! Today I dropped of my yorkie Shih Tzu mix puppy off for a groom and was giving…read moreback a bald head rat this will be the very last time I ever allow my puppy to go to this vet for anything she completely ignored my request to keep the dog full and fluffy and in return told me well he doesn't have a lot of hair anyways which was not true and that the chart that they offer was not his hair type which is odd to say because it should be universal seeing as though all kinds of dogs come for the service , after I told her she did a butcher job on the groom she did not offer any discount and I still paid full price for her basically just taking the clippers and shaving him bald I am very disappointed with the service and will not be going back. !

Awesome team and vets. Always helpful and understanding. Everytike they have always been able to…read moretake us in. Thank yall!

Staff is kind. Facility well organized and clean. Docs attentive and thorough. Appointments and…read moretiming well kept.

Please do not board your animals overnight here, very little attention given and will go for OVER a…read more12-hour period without going outside... left to potty and sleep in their small cage.

The office and staff have always been "first rate" since my first visit 30 years ago. They are…read morecaring, professional and kind to the "humans" who belong to the patients. The "crown jewel" and heart of the clinic is Dr Mary Claytor. I cannot begin to describe her love of her patients and their families. So if you need a vet, make an appointment and meet these people.You won't be sorry.

We love the team at Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital! I've…read morebeen bringing both of my dogs here for almost 10 years and the service and quality of treatment is unmatched. I love being able to work with a vet that has a "small town" feel in such a large city. Being from a small town in south Alabama, having the individual attention and intimate feel was very important to me. They always remember me and my dogs and are always helpful to lend advice over the phone or via Facebook message so I do not have to travel in to the office. There are so many options in the Birmingham area when it comes Vets - I love that we have found a team that loves our animals as much as we do!

Alford Avenue Veterinary Hospital has been nothing short of phenomenal to my family! Everyone from…read morethe office staff to the doctors has been wonderful on each visit. We took our dog, Sugar, for treatment, but she unfortunately passed away a short time later. The Alford Avenue Veterinary staff's compassion during this time was remarkable. It left a lasting impression on our family and we will be long time customers from now on.

This review is for my parents visit to this vet with their dog. The bottom line is they quoted one…read moreprice for everything at the front end of the visit, and 2 days later they almost tripled the price after the services. $1,200 changed to over $3,000 two days later. Unacceptable behavior for a company. My poor parents are a mess as their dog is family. I suggest avoiding this place!

It is never a good thing to have to take your little one to the emergency vet, I had to take my…read morelittle one in and the staff was great. They took her right back to the vet while i filled out all the paperwork. Vet was very knowledgable and helpful. I arrived around 7PM, my little one was seen by 7:01, i was the only one in the building that time of night. I am fortunate to have such a good emergency vet right around the corner, i never with anyone to have to go here for obvious reason. But if your pet is ill, i would recommend these fine folks. Our pets are also our children too and deserve the best treatment they can get.

I am writing this to warn other pet owners. Our beloved 22-year-old cat, Snowbear, who also had…read moreStage 2 kidney disease, passed away just hours after a procedure at this clinic due to what we believe was severe medical negligence by Dr. Jackie Holmes. On March 30th, we took Snowbear for a consultation regarding a lump. Despite his extreme age and kidney condition, Dr. Holmes suggested an immediate dental extraction. She claimed there was "very little risk." We explicitly told her he had eaten that morning and had finished a full bowl of Hydracare mixed with wet food overnight. We asked if we should come back another day since he hadn't fasted, but she dismissed our concerns, saying, "I have some time, we can do it now," and "should be fine." We trusted her professional judgment, but it was a fatal mistake. What makes this even more troubling is that, according to the medical records, this reassurance was given before any bloodwork results were available. Snowbear was over 21 years old and had known Stage 2 kidney disease. Yet we were told the procedure carried very little risk before any laboratory evaluation had been reviewed. The bloodwork performed that day later showed that Snowbear's condition had worsened compared to previous testing. His creatinine had increased from 2.2 to 2.5, his hematocrit had dropped from 35.46% to 29.82%, his hemoglobin had fallen from 11.9 to 9.9, and his potassium had decreased from 4.1 to 3.6. These changes suggested a significantly less stable patient than we had been led to believe. Even more concerning, the timeline documented in the medical records raises serious questions. The anesthesia record shows anesthesia beginning at 11:55 AM and intubation occurring at 12:00 PM. However, the bloodwork results are timestamped approximately 12:01-12:03 PM. This raises the possibility that Snowbear was anesthetized before the bloodwork results were available and reviewed. If true, that means a 21-year-old cat with kidney disease was placed under general anesthesia before the veterinarian had reviewed the very tests needed to assess anesthetic risk. As a veterinarian with decades of experience, Dr. Holmes should have understood that a patient of Snowbear's age and medical condition required the highest level of caution. Instead, the decision to proceed appeared rushed and made without a complete understanding of his condition that day. The procedure was rushed, and Snowbear was cleared for discharge only about 15 minutes after waking from general anesthesia. Dr. Holmes never told us to keep a close eye on him or warned us of potential complications. Shortly after we followed her instructions to give him Buprenorphine at home, he collapsed. We rushed him to the ER, he didn't make it. This wasn't just "old age." This was a rushed surgery performed on a non-fasting, senior patient with known kidney disease, followed by inadequate post-operative monitoring and discharge shortly after recovery. Our hearts are broken. Please think twice before bringing your pets here. We are beyond devastated. He is our precious boy and has been with us since before our marriage. Snowbear was far more than just a pet; he was a constant, living thread woven through the very fabric of our lives. He was there through every joy, every sorrow, and every major milestone we experienced. He was our family, our anchor, and a part of our souls. To lose him so abruptly due to what we believe were preventable decisions is a pain beyond words. We cannot imagine our lives without him, and the void he leaves behind is immeasurable. The two attached photos were taken on the day he went to see the vet.

Dr. Holmes is excellent. She is truly superlative in treating our beloved felines! My cat Pancake…read morehad developed glitches in his coat that were very troubling. He became listless and isolated which is highly unusual since he is normally very active and social It turned out to be an allergy that Dr. Holmes treated and now he has perked up and is active, running around playing with his mates. His coat is back to normal with no glitches! Its amazing what an allergy can cause! Thank you Dr. Holmes! (and there are no barking dogs when you visit Holmes Clinic!!)

Honestly cannot sing the praises of this veterinarian enough. I am visiting my family in town &…read morethey were Very fast and efficient at getting me in for my cats skin issue. Really Love their approach to make the whole experience less clinical, and more calming for the pets entering. The Vet even sat on the floor to look at him while petting him. My bill was actually super affordable when I was checking out which was astonishing. Then they even assisted me in carrying him to the car as my travel carrier is a bit flimsy and quite large so that he can be more comfortable lol. The vet assistants were also all super helpful and very professional so all around great experience for me and my little guy:-)

I love Dr. Hicks and all the staff. they are always so caring and understanding of our wild…read moreobnoxious puppies. dr. Hicks actually lets them lick her face, and that says a lot! Her love for the animals definitely shows through. Definitely recommend this place, I'll never go anywhere else.