Petersen Pet Hospital
Hiawatha, IA
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
- Yes
Species treated
Services
Accreditations
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
We are a full-service animal hospital serving Hiawatha, Cedar Rapids, Marion, Robins and surrounding communities. We welcome new clients to come and see what we are all about
Petersen Pet Hospital first opened for business in June of 2003 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Dr. Petersen was the sole practitioner for 6 years prior to hiring Dr. Emily Saunders in 2009. The practice continued to expand with the addition of Dr. Steven McGinty in 2013, Dr. Krystal Knutson in 2020, Dr. Hannah Green in 2021, Dr. Sarah Young in 2023, Dr. Justina Conrad in 2024, and Dr. Lindsey Leo in 2024. On July 2nd, 2018, we moved into our new hospital at 1031 Kacena Road, Hiawatha, Iowa. Dr. Emily Saunders became part owner of Petersen Pet Hospital in 2020. In 2022, PPH partnered with Veterinary Practice Partners. Dr. Steven McGinty became part owner of Petersen Pet Hospital in 2025
Mission — To provide exceptional customer service and patient care to the pets of our local community
Care capabilities
- Pet insurance
- Accepted
Team at a glance
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Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Tuesday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Wednesday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Thursday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday 8:00am – 12:00pm, Sunday Closed. *CLOSED FRIDAY from 12:30-2:10 pm for Team Meeting*
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Frequently asked
Is Petersen Pet Hospital accepting new patients?+
Yes — Petersen Pet Hospital is currently accepting new patients.
Is Petersen Pet Hospital AAHA-accredited?+
Yes — Petersen Pet Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital, and also Fear Free and Cat Friendly certified.
Does Petersen Pet Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Petersen Pet Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Petersen Pet Hospital offer?+
Petersen Pet Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Petersen Pet Hospital established?+
Petersen Pet Hospital has served the Hiawatha, IA community since 2003.
What reviewers say
This veterinary practice delivers exceptional, compassionate animal care backed by a highly knowledgeable and friendly team of professionals. The facility is exceptionally clean, modern, and welcoming, offering specialized care for exotic species as well as routine and emergency services. Clients frequently highlight the thorough explanations, attentive follow-up, and genuine affection shown toward pets, creating a low-stress environment even for anxious animals. While scheduling can occasionally be challenging and certain services or products lean toward higher pricing, the overall experience remains consistently high-quality.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.