In 2005, after Hurricane Katrina destroyed much of New Orleans, Dr. Aileen Ruiz evacuated and relocated to Pittsburgh not only to rebuild her life, but to open the Big Easy Animal Hospital on July 12, 2010.  After operating out of a 2,500 square-foot facility, Big Easy Animal Hospital expanded to our current location at 12 McCandless Avenue.  The facility also houses Dog Daze and Cafe which offers doggy daycare, dog boarding, cat condo boarding, grooming and a Cuban coffee shop. 

 We believe your animal deserves the best veterinary care  in Pittsburgh and The Big Easy Animal Hospital takes great pride in making sure your pet is treated like a member of the family. The veterinarians at The Big Easy Animal Hospital combine compassionate care with the latest in medical technology and treatment. Our friendly, experienced staff provides a host of pet care services, including annual exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, weight management and microchip identification.