Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic
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
Hickman Rd Veterinary Clinic is a full-service veterinary clinic. We provide full medical, surgical, dental, and preventative pet health care for your dogs and cats. We have been serving Des Moines, Iowa, for over 35 years. Our veterinarian, Dr. Thatcher, has many years of experience and is dedicated to the well-being of your pet. Our friendly staff is dedicated to upholding notable veterinary standards to provide your pet with superior care in a welcoming, relaxed environment
Dr. Thatcher opened the doors of Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic on April 1, 1988 and has been at the same location ever since
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Thursday Closed; Saturday 7:30 am - 12:00 pm; Sunday Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic accepting new patients?+
Yes — Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic is currently accepting new patients.
What services does Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic offer?+
Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.
When was Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic established?+
Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic has served the Des Moines, IA community since 1988.
What reviewers say
Hickman Road Veterinary Clinic is an independent veterinary practice known for its compassionate, highly knowledgeable team and affordable pricing. The staff is frequently praised for being kind, thorough in their explanations, and exceptionally good with anxious pets, maintaining a clean and inviting facility. While the vast majority of visitors report positive experiences and efficient scheduling, occasional communication challenges and telephone interactions with front desk personnel have drawn criticism.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.