ARL Afford-a-Care South
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
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
A full-service vet clinic providing pets with quality, affordable, compassionate care
Founded by Dr. C. H. Burnham in 1977, what is now known as ARL Afford-a-Care East was opened because he felt that 'a boy couldn’t afford a dog'. Since then, the clinics have evolved to provide affordable veterinary care across the Des Moines metro
Mission — Our clinic provides the best care for your pets through affordable prices, extended service hours, and experienced staff
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Sunday: Closed; Monday: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturday: 8 a.m.-12 p.m.; Closed 12-1 p.m. daily
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Frequently asked
Is ARL Afford-a-Care South accepting new patients?+
Yes — ARL Afford-a-Care South is currently accepting new patients.
Does ARL Afford-a-Care South treat exotic pets?+
Yes — ARL Afford-a-Care South offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does ARL Afford-a-Care South offer?+
ARL Afford-a-Care South offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Dentistry.
When was ARL Afford-a-Care South established?+
ARL Afford-a-Care South has served the Des Moines, IA community since 1977.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.