Menu
Veterinary Topics


    Download the PetDesk App    

(970) 704-0403

BOOK NOW!!

Featured Links

Click to find out more

Welcome to Red Hill Animal Health Center

Your Pet's Veterinarian from Carbondale, Glenwood Springs, Basalt,  Aspen CO and beyond

Call us at (970) 704-0403 or TEXT (970) 500-5545

Or email us at [email protected]

Covid 19 Update: We are currently still operating and fully staffed to care for your pet's needs including veterinary care, boarding/daycare and  grooming.  Please visit our link at the top of the page on Covid 19 for more information.

 After hours - please call Valley Emergency Pet Center at  970-927-5066



PRACTICENAME} has been your trusted full service veterinary and pet care center from Glenwood Springs to Aspen and beyond, we have cared for pets in the Roaring Fork Valley since 2000.

We are committed to providing you and your pet with individually designed, affordable, and high quality veterinary care. This customized approach to you and your pets needs is what makes us so special. 

We are an AAHA-accredited veterinary hospital. This means we hold ourselves to a higher standard. Pets are our passion and keeping them  healthy is our #1 priority. Here, we strive to deliver excellent care for pets.  Because your pets deserve nothing less. 

AAHA hospitals are evaluated on approximately 900 standards of veterinary excellence in order to become accredited. AAHA-accredited hospitals are recognized among the finest in the industry, and are consistently at the forefront of advanced veterinary                                                                  medicine.

catdog

We offer the following pet care services for your convenience:

Wellness and preventative veterinary care

Urgent care

Spay/neuter and soft-tissue surgery

On-call orthopedic veterinary surgeon

Advance dental care and treatment

Cat Friendly Practice

Complete in-house laboratory

Digital Radiography

Specialized diets and nutritional supplements

Therapeutic laser treatment 

On-line Pharmacy

And more!

.


Looking for additional pet services? Look no further. We also offer:

Doggie daycare

Overnight canine and feline boarding

Full-service canine and feline grooming

.


We are happy to offer a number of resources that enable you to learn about how to take better care of your pets. Please feel free to browse our website, particularly the informational articles. The best veterinary care for animals includes ongoing nutrition and problem prevention. Becoming knowledgeable about preventative pet care is essential to the continued success of your animal’s health.  If you want to ask a question, call (970) 704-0403 or email us and we'll promptly get back to you. 


Red Hill Animal Health Center is conveniently located – you can find a map to our hospital at the bottom of this page  or on our Contact Us page. 


At Red Hill Animal Health Center you and your four-legged friend will be warmly greeted by our staff to a beautiful, spacious and clean facility where we will take a every measure possible to give your pet(s) the care they deserve. We look forward to meeting you or seeing you again soon!



Lobby Front



Dr. James Ziegler, Dr. Rachael Breland, and the Red Hill Staff

Carbondale Veterinarian | Red Hill Animal Health Center | (970) 704-0403

955 Cowen Drive
Carbondale, CO 81623

[email protected]

Meet The Doctors

Learn Who We Are

  • James Ziegler
    DVM

    Dr. Ziegler comes to us after serving as a general practice veterinarian on the Front Range for eleven years. Practice before that included working at the Aspen and Carbondale Animal Hospitals for one year and a one-year rotating internship at Wheat Ridge Animal Hospital. While growing up in the mountains west of Denver, Dr. Ziegler always wanted to become a veterinarian. A long detour included becoming a Certified Veterinary Technician at Colorado Mountain College which brought him to the Roaring Fork Valley in 1986. While attending CMC, Dr. Z. worked at a local ranch and other businesses which built character and a strong work ethic.

  • Dr.
    Rachael Breland
    DVM

    Meet the newest addition to our amazing staff!! Dr. Rachael Breland.  Dr. Breland graduated with both her undergraduate and veterinary degrees from Auburn University in Alabama. After graduating in 2009, Dr. Breland began her career as a veterinarian at a large practice in Birmingham, Alabama. Read more about Dr. Breland on our About Us page.

PETSIMONIALS

Read What Our Clients Say

  • "Beautiful facilities are not the reason behind a successful business, it's the people. This is especially true at Red Hill. I'm spreading the word; to be able to say something nice, rather than nothing at all is valuable juju from childhood! It's obvious each pet is treated with dignity and compassion. I'm impressed."
    Deborah E., Carbondale
  • "My dogs, past and present have been coming to Red Hill for boarding and vaccinations when we are at our home in Snowmass. Today, Dr. Natalya Taylor cleaned the teeth of our two Havanese. It was a great experience- Dr. Taylor’s and the tech’s (Brigitte) expertise, knowledge, caring and caution - made this about the best dog-care experience I have ever had. I would 100% recommend Dr. Taylor and staff for any type of dog care. The support staff are really helpful and knowledgeable and the practice is well-organized Thanks, again, Red Hill."
    Marina H., Snowmass Village
  • "The best, most, caring, amazing vets I've ever experienced in 55 years. I simply cannot say more. The are just the best with fair prices, incredible staff and a lovely atmosphere where your pet is greeted like royalty and cared for the same way."
    Kellee M., Snowmass
  • "Dr Ziegler is caring, knowledgeable and your pet's best advocate. I traveled from Boulder to have him perform my dog's needed surgery. ..and would do it again in a heartbeat...The Carbondale community is very lucky to have him."
    Mary D., Niwot Carbondale, CO
  • "Please see that Dr Ziegler gets my deep appreciation for all that he does for Dude and me. We have seen many veterinarians over the years , Jim Ziegler beats them all, hands down. If you can post this so other dog lovers can read the message it would be a good thing See you next summer!"
    Bruce S. and Dude, Carbondale, CO

Featured Articles

Read about interesting topics

  • Salamanders

    Salamanders make great pets. They’re ideal for apartment residents because they’re quiet. They don’t take up a lot of room because they’re small. They don’t need a background to run around like a dog. They don’t require a lot of personal attention, so they’re also perfect for busy working ...

    Read More

  • Macaws

    If you've decided to enter the entertaining world of bird ownership, you may be thinking about adopting a macaw. These giants of the parrot world make fun companions, but here are some things you should consider before making that purchase. What You Should Know About Macaw Ownership Macaws can make a ...

    Read More

  • Cockatoos

    If you're looking for a lively, affectionate, intelligent pet, you don't have to limit yourself to a dog or cat. Members of the Cacatuidae family, better known as cockatoos, can provide those qualities in abundance. However, before you bring a cockatoo home for the first time, you need to understand ...

    Read More

  • Parrots

    If you’re thinking of adding a feathered friend to your family, you might be surprised at what it takes to care of this type of pet. While parrots are highly intelligent and fun pets, there are a few aspects that make them more difficult to care for than a cat or dog. Here’s what you need to know ...

    Read More

  • Sugar Gliders

    Thinking of getting a sugar glider? These tiny marsupials are energetic and friendly, making them popular choices as pets. Though they weigh less than a half-pound, they're more closely related to kangaroos than they are flying squirrels. If you think a sugar glider would make an ideal pet for your family, ...

    Read More

  • Prairie Dogs

    Prairie dogs are cute, affable creatures. But before taking one on as a pet, check your local laws. In some states, such as Colorado, it's illegal to keep prairie dogs as pets. Mostly, this is because they may spread monkeypox. If you live in a state that welcomes pet prairie dogs, be sure to buy from ...

    Read More

  • How to Help Your New Cat Feel Welcomed in Your Home

    Adopting a cat or kitten? Here's what you can do to help your cat adjust to its new home. ...

    Read More

  • Skunks

    Home and Veterinary Care for Pet Skunks If you're an adventurous pet owner, you may love exotic animals such as skunks. You'll be happy to learn that skunks can indeed make excellent domestic pets, but only if they receive the proper care to enjoy a happy, healthy life. Your veterinary team can help ...

    Read More

  • Flying Squirrels

    Much like sugar gliders, flying squirrels make affectionate pets when purchased young and raised by their owner. Unlike sugar gliders, however, flying squirrels are rodents that need veterinary care specific to the species. Your veterinary team can help with the care and treatment of flying squirrels. ...

    Read More

  • Fennec Foxes

    Fennec Fox Care Guide With oversized ears and mischievous faces, fennec foxes are cute as can be. But these exotic pets require a lot of care to stay healthy and happy. Health At just three pounds, fennec foxes are the smallest member of the fox family. Native to the Sahara desert, fennec foxes are ...

    Read More

Newsletter Signup

Sign up for more articles

Location

Find us on the map

Office Hours

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

7:00 am

6:00 pm

Tuesday:

7:00 am

6:00 pm

Wednesday:

7:00 am

5:30 pm

Thursday:

7:00 am

6:00 pm

Friday:

7:00 am

5:30 pm

Saturday:

8:00 am-3:00 pm

Sunday:

Boarding Check-ins and Check-outs