About Our Clinic

We Care For Your Pet Like They're Part Of Our Family!

Thank you for your interest in Rocky Ridge Animal Clinic, a full-service veterinarian clinic that has been serving the Hoover and Vestavia areas for over 30 years.

Our services include:
- In-House Diagnostic Lab
- Medicine and Surgery
- Boarding
- Bathing and Grooming
- Vaccinations
- Internal Parasites
- External Parasites
- Micro-chipping
- Dental Care

We look forward to proving to you that our professionalism, friendly team, and desire to go the extra mile will satisfy all our guests and their owners. Again, thank you for visiting Rocky Ridge Animal Clinic, and we look forward to exceeding your expectations.

Our Team

Roger T. Dieguez D.V.M.

Veterinarian
Dr. Roger Dieguez
Dr. Roger Dieguez, the owner of Rocky Ridge Animal Clinic, worked at the clinic throughout high school (John Carroll) and college (Samford and Auburn). He worked in Columbus, Georgia after completing veterinary school then after several years decided to purchase the clinic in 2005. Dr. Dieguez embraces the opportunity to work with people and their pets while providing the very best medical and surgical care possible.

When not at work, he can be found coaching one of his three children in softball, baseball, basketball, or football. Dr. Dieguez also enjoys being at the beach and lake with his wife, kids, and his three dogs.

Professional Degrees:
- 1990 B.S. Microbiology
- 1995 Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

Renessa Linstromberg D.V.M.

Veterinarian
Renessa Linstromberg

Dr. Linstromberg is a native of central Illinois, who moved to Alabama after completing her veterinary training. She received her BS in molecular and cellular biology from the University of Illinois before being accepted into the Professional Veterinary Medicine program at Colorado State University. Dr. Linstromberg graduated from CSU with honors in May of 2010. Her professional interests include internal medicine, with a special interest in feline medicine.

Dr. Linstromberg lives in Crestwood with her husband, 2 children, 3 dogs and 2 cats. Her personal interests include gardening, cooking, and knitting. Dr. Linstromberg looks forward to providing quality and compassionate care for your pets.

Nancy

Receptionist
Nancy

Nancy has been with us since 2019 as a receptionist and is now serving as Office Manager. She came here from Marietta, Georgia where she worked as a receptionist and veterinary technician for 7 years. Nancy lives in Springville with her husband Tim and their pups. They spend their spare time traveling to see their Daughters and Grandsons. Originally from Oklahoma, Nancy has also lived in Michigan, Connecticut, North Carolina, Florida and Georgia.


Alex

Receptionist
Alex

Alex has been with us since July of 2022. She came to us from Lowe’s and Publix and is new to the Veterinary industry. When not working she enjoys reading, word puzzles and spending time with her husband Zachary, 3 dogs and 3 cats. Alex’s goals contain ensuring all animals have a good and loving home.

Ashley

4th Year Veterinary Student
Ashley

Ashley is currently one of our Veterinary Assistants, when she is home from Auburn University where she is in her 4th year of their Veterinary program. Ashley plans to graduate in 2025. You could say that Ashley was born here. She started as a baby in Dr. Dieguez’ office and has been helping at Rocky Ridge Animal Clinic since she was in 8th grade as receptionist, kennel staff and technician.

Clay

Veterinary Assistant
Clay

Clay has been with us since 2021 when he started as a high school student as a Kennel Technician and is now in college at Auburn working for us on his time off as a Veterinary Assistant. Clay Loves music, the outdoors, doing yard work and time spent with his dog. His favorite part of working at Rocky Ridge is interacting with the animals.

Jackie

Veterinarian Assistant
Leeann

Jackie came to us from Animal Hospital of the Hills in September of 2023. She has been in the veterinarian industry since 2000 mostly in specialty medicine, opthamology and orthopedic surgeries. Jackie spends her time off with her daughter and two dachshunds enjoying time outdoors, fishing, hiking and tending to her farm.

Olivia

Veterinarian Assistant
Leeann

Olivia came to us in August of 2024 from Birmingham Animal Hospital. She has over 5 years’ experience as a Veterinary Assistant with special interests in internal medicine, critical care and behavioral modification. She grew up in Hoover, graduated from Spain Park High School and went on to get her degree in Comparative Psychology from The University of South Alabama. Olivia and her husband Alex have 4 pets (two dogs and two cats). She is proud to support and work in such a great community where she has spent her entire life!

Mallory

Veterinary Assistant
Mallory

Mallory has been with us since 2023 when she started as a high school student as a Kennel Technician and is now in college at Auburn working for us on her time off as a Veterinary Assistant.

Kat

Groomer
Leeann

Kat is our groomer and has been with us since September of 2024. She comes to us with 7 years’ experience as a groomer. Prior to Rocky Ridge Kat was a Mobile Groomer and at Pets Supplies Plus. Kat loves reading, sports and spending time at home with her Son and 5 large dogs.

Lauren

Kennel Staff
Lauren

Lauren has been with Rocky Ridge since the summer of 2021. Lauren loves working with animals and has a heart for the medical field. She worked at a hospital and nursing home as a Nurse Technician prior to coming to us. On her time off she enjoys attending Rodeos, riding horses, motorcycles, dirt bikes and ATV’s.