Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay
Des Moines, IA
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Accreditations
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay is a full-service veterinary care office in Des Moines, IA. Our pet health clinic is devoted to the prevention and treatment of diseases in household pets. We’ve made it our mission to provide veterinary care services that are both thoughtful and informed
SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1978
Mission — To enhance and extend the bond between pets and their people. Our goal is to provide veterinary care that consistently exceeds expectations. We believe that this level of care can only be provided by considering the unique needs of both the client and the patient, and by serving our clients with medical and surgical excellence, courtesy, efficiency, and above all, compassion
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Memberships
Appointments & hours
Mon 7:30am - 6:00pm, Tue 7:30am - 6:00pm, Wed Closed, Thu 7:30am - 6:00pm, Fri 7:30am - 6:00pm, Sat Closed, Sun Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Fear Free and Cat Friendly certified.
Does Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay offer?+
Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.
When was Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay established?+
Animal Medical Clinic of Merle Hay has served the Des Moines, IA community since 1978.
What reviewers say
The practice is widely regarded for its compassionate and knowledgeable veterinary team that excels at handling anxious or difficult pets with patience and gentleness. The staff is consistently described as warm, welcoming, and thorough in explaining medical options, and team members routinely follow up with clients after procedures. While pricing can occasionally run high for complex diagnostics or specialized care, the facility maintains a high standard of patient care and strong community trust built over decades of operation.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.