Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic

Ankeny, IA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion Avian Exotic Companion Mammal

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Urgent Care Grooming

Accreditations

Fear Free

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

A Full-Service Animal Hospital Providing Comprehensive Healthcare Services and Grooming to Pets in Ankeny, Des Moines, and the Surrounding Areas

Serving Ankeny Pets for over 50 years

Team at a glance

7
Veterinarians (DVM)
3
Licensed technicians
23
Support staff
33
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital x-rayUltrasoundDental x-raysTherapeutic and surgical lasers

Services in detail

GroomingAvian and small mammal careSurgical and dental servicesPreventative and maintenance careMedical servicesDigital x-rayUltrasoundDental x-raysTherapeutic and surgical lasersOn-site and online pharmaciesAcupunctureTherapeutic dietsBehavioral consultation referral available at Homeward Bound

Appointments & hours

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Mon 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Tue 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Wed 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Thu 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Fri 8:00 am – 6:00 pm, Sat CLOSED, Sun CLOSED

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Frequently asked

Does Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic offer?+

Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

88% Positive sentiment
based on 641 reviews

Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic is an independent veterinary practice offering comprehensive care for traditional pets as well as exotic animals such as birds, reptiles, and small mammals. The facility implements fear-free handling techniques with dedicated separate entrances and low-stress waiting protocols to accommodate anxious animals. Services include wellness exams, routine vaccinations, surgeries, grooming, dental care, and specialized exotic veterinary medicine. The veterinary team is widely regarded as compassionate, highly knowledgeable, and exceptionally thorough in explaining diagnoses and treatment options. The practice features clean exam rooms, transparent communication regarding pricing and treatment plans, and structured follow-up care. While standard appointments are generally easy to schedule, occasional communication gaps and last-minute schedule adjustments can occur.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

Aggregated from reviewer feedback across multiple sources.

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.