Contact
Please call us at 970-259-3788 to speak with one of our friendly staff about your pet’s needs!

Contact
Please call us at 970-259-3788 to speak with one of our friendly staff about your pet’s needs!
Directions to Our Convenient Location
From Durango:
Take Highway 160 E south out of Durango, past WalMart and Home Depot (on the R). Continue on Hwy 160 E. You will pass the Mercy Hospital/Three Springs complex in Grandview on the L after passing under the bridges; there is a large multi-lane stoplight at the hospital complex—CONTINUE STRAIGHT. Then, TURN RIGHT at the next stoplight onto Hwy 172 S, “the airport road.” There is a green sign with a white airplane on your R at the turn. CONTINUE STRAIGHT about 2 miles. The road goes straight south like an arrow, then makes a big 90-degree left-hand bend with extra turn lanes. Take the SECOND LEFT after the bend onto Terra Lane (you can get in the median as you come around the bend and stay in it as you go down a slight hill). There is a large white sign for Kindness Animal Hospital on the L of the Hwy as you approach the turn for Terra Lane. Take the FIRST LEFT into Kindness Animal Hospital. Slight LEFT up to client parking. Please call from the parking lot when you arrive.
From Ignacio:
Go north on Highway 172 toward Durango and continue past the Durango Airport for approximately two miles. The clinic is on the RIGHT about 2 miles before Elmore’s corner. There is a large white sign for Kindness Animal Hospital on the R of the Hwy as you approach the turn for Terra Lane. If you start around the big bend where County Road 302 turns off to the left, you’ve gone too far.
TURN RIGHT onto Terra Lane. Take the FIRST LEFT into Kindness Animal Hospital. Slight LEFT up to client parking. Please call from the parking lot when you arrive.
From Bayfield:
Take Hwy 160 W toward Durango. TURN LEFT at Elmore’s Corner onto Highway 172 S, “the airport road.” Then, CONTINUE STRAIGHT for about 2 miles. The road goes straight south like an arrow, then makes a big 90-degree left-hand bend with extra turn lanes. Take the SECOND LEFT after the bend onto Terra Lane (you can get in the median as you come around the bend and stay in it as you go down the slight hill). There is a large white sign for Kindness Animal Hospital on the L of the Hwy as you approach the turn for Terra Lane.
Take the FIRST LEFT into Kindness Animal Hospital. Slight LEFT up to client parking. Please call from the parking lot when you arrive.
From Farmington/Aztec:
Take US-550 N out of Farmington towards Aztec. Stay on US-550 N for approximately 50 miles, through Aztec and towards Colorado. Pass into Colorado. Proceed approximately 12 miles on US 550-N. US 550-N will be single lane for a while, but as you approach your turn it will widen into a 4-lane highway with a divider. You will be taking a RIGHT onto Co Rd 302, sometimes called the “airport cutoff.” Then,TURN RIGHT onto Co Rd 302.
Stay on Co Rd 302 for approximately 5 miles. Co Rd 302 will T-bone with Hwy 172 S. TURN RIGHT onto Hwy 172 S. Merge left and KEEP BLINKER ON. Get in the median. TURN LEFT onto Terra Lane. There is a large white sign for Kindness Animal Hospital on the L of the Hwy as you approach the turn for Terra Lane. Take the FIRST LEFT into Kindness Animal Hospital. Slight LEFT up to client parking. Please call from the parking lot when you arrive.
The Durango population is growing, and we are growing with you; we are thrilled to welcome you and your furry family members to our new location! Please come and visit us soon at Kindness Animal Hospital.
Hours of Operation
Mon & Tue: 8 AM-5 PM
Wed: 8 AM-1 PM
Thu & Fri: 8 AM-5 PM
Sat & Sun: Closed

about our clinic –
Big Island pet care center
Dr. Grune, a visionary in the field of veterinary medicine, founded our clinic in 1990. Opening his own practice was the realization of his lifelong dream—to deliver the highest level of care to animals in need.
Through his clinic, Dr. Grune has surpassed his expectations and provided comprehensive and compassionate care for dogs and cats throughout Hawaii. We prioritize client education and have created a comfortable space where pets and parents feel at ease.
Our lovely clinic is located within a retrofitted house. It exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere. The open-air lanai serves as our waiting room, and the surrounding landscaped grounds provide a serene environment to promote relaxation for your pet.
Our hands-on approach ensures that your furry friends receive personalized attention and care. We genuinely strive for the best for your pet and aim to build lasting relationships with both pets and their devoted owners. Our dedicated veterinarians and staff are here to meet all your pet healthcare needs.
Kindness Animal Hospital ofrece atención veterinaria integral, incluyendo atención de bienestar, vacunas, atención de urgencias y emergencias, medicina complementaria, diagnósticos, cirugía y más para gatos y perros en Durango, Bayfield, Pagosa Springs, Farmington, Aztec, Cortez, Mancos, Dolores, Silverton, e Ignacio.