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Our Services

From Wellness Exams, Surgery, Boarding, and Grooming, we are here to help.

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5.0

“I can’t say enough amazing things about Richter Animal Hospital. From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming, professional, and compassionate.

— Samantha Alvarado

“Started bringing my dogs here last year and I am very impressed! They are very thorough and always check up after appointments which I love.”

— Allie Neff

“They've always provided excellent care and patience. All my dogs feel very comfortable with them and I always feel like they care about them individually. Great service and great staff.”

— Christina Vaughn

At Richter Animal Hospital, we’re proud to be a locally owned and operated, full-service veterinary clinic serving the Arlington community. We offer a warm, family-oriented atmosphere where both pets and their people feel right at home. From wellness exams and vaccinations to advanced diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, and boarding, we provide a wide range of high-quality services tailored to your pet’s needs.

Our compassionate, knowledgeable team is committed to exceptional care at reasonable prices, and we offer flexible payment options—including CareCredit—to help you say yes to the care your pet deserves. When you walk through our doors, you’ll be welcomed by a team that treats you like family and your pets like their own.

We believe that every visit to Richter Animal Hospital should be stress-free, informative, and centered on your pet’s well-being. Our experienced veterinary team takes the time to listen, answer your questions, and partner with you in your pet’s lifelong care. Whether you’re here for a routine check-up or an urgent concern, you can expect personalized service, clear communication, and a team that truly cares.

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Office Hours

Monday - Friday - 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

Saturday - 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sunday - Closed

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Meet the Doctors

  • Lee Richter

    DVM & Owner

    Dr. Richter opened his practice in Arlington in 2004.  He earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Texas A&M University in 2000 after previously earning a Bachelors in Veterinary Science from Texas A&M.  Dr. Richter is shown with his wife Karen and three daughters Morgan, Alex, and Ryan.  The Richter family also includes 3 dogs, a Maltese named Roxie, a terrier mix named Ava and a malti-poo named Lulu.  Dr. Richter enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and all things Aggie!

  • Dr. Tony Randolph

    DVM

    Dr. Randolph is a Fort Worth native who graduated from Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008. After one year of practice in Denver, Colorado, he moved back to Fort Worth where he lives with his wife Nikki, 2 sons Jackson and Aidan and their two dogs, Fletcher a Golden-Doodle and Hershey a long-haired Dachshund. He has special interests in internal medicine,  dentistry, and radiology. Outside of veterinary medicine, Dr. Randolph enjoys spending time with his family outdoors, hiking, camping, and fly fishing.

  • Jaynie McDaniel

    DVM

    Doctor Jaynie McDaniel earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine after having obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from Rutgers University. Doctor McDaniel served on active duty for more than six years in the U.S. Army as an enlisted soldier before pursuing her civilian education. She and her husband Mike have two children, Grace and Will.  Their family also includes Sadie, a rescued poodle mix, Hico a Boston Terrier, Woofie, the kitty, Murtle (the former Richter AH turtle) , Rhino and Mo (two occasionally lost hamsters), many unnamed fish and Silver ( a naughty pony).  She spends her free time outdoors with her family hiking, traveling, skiing and running.

  • Bri Franklin

    DVM

    Dr. Franklin was born in Tulsa, OK and wanted to be a veterinarian since the age of 4.  She received her undergraduate degree from Cameron University where she majored in agriculture, with a focus on animal science, and minored in chemistry.  She attended veterinary school at Oklahoma State University and then moved to the metroplex where she practiced at a Dallas clinic for about six years.  Dr. Franklin now lives in McKinney and commutes daily to Arlington to work at RAH...and we are so happy that she does!  Her 4-legged family consists of 2 cats and 2 dogs (Rufus is pictured below), and when it comes to veterinary medicine her special interests include surgery, pain management, and internal medicine.  Dr. Franklin is a self-proclaimed 'foodie,' and loves to watch movies, but her most unique hobby is collecting shoes...by her count she currently owns close to 200 pairs!