About ACE of Paws

After practicing for over a decade in New Mexico, Dr. Ana Esquivel recognized that most of her patients were geriatric and in need of special attention. Because of this, Dr. Esquivel became more familiar with aging canines' physical needs and how to maintain mobility and a higher quality of life. Studying Medical Acupuncture for Veterinarians revealed that most of her patients could benefit from more than the prescribed drug therapy for their pain management.

After helping her dog Samantha through a third knee surgery, Dr. E decided it was necessary to broaden her background to include integrative medicine. By 2018 Dr. E had completed training through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute and added Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist to her credentials.

Dr. E and her husband John recognized the high demand for Veterinary Physical Rehabilitation in Albuquerque. The two sprang into action to become business owners. They opened Albuquerque's only stand-alone Canine Rehabilitation Clinic, ACE of Paws.

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Dr. Ana Esquivel

grew up in Dexter, NM, where she fostered a passion for animals on her family's ranch. At six years old, she decided she would one day be a veterinarian, a decision she would never compromise. Dr. E became an avid horsewoman during high school. Her passion for helping animals and love of horses motivated her to attend Colorado State University to study equine science. After graduating, Dr. E began her work as a general practitioner in 2008.

“We enjoy life on our ranch east of Albuquerque, where we're the proud owners of many critters and fur babies:

Samantha (female boxer) - crossed the rainbow bridge in April of 2021.
Horchata (deaf female boxer)
Patches (male boxer mix)
numerous barn cats
and several dozen chickens

We and entertain ourselves with whatever seasonal obstacle comes our way….plus whatever the cat or dog happens to drag in!”