Homestead Small Animal Practice
Spencer, 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
Homestead Small Animal Practice is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Spencer, IA. Our Spencer animal hospital is dedicated to providing comprehensive care. The professional and courteous staff at Homestead Small Animal Practice led by Dr. Hirschfield seek to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care, and dental care for their highly-valued patients. Our dedicated veterinarians offer quality treatment for all pets. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care, and health-related educational opportunities for our clients while specializing in preventative treatment programs. Homestead Small Animal Practice strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Spencer, IA and surrounding areas
Mission — At Homestead Small Animal Practice, our goal is to exceed your expectations by providing the highest quality veterinary care available in the region. We promise to treat you and your pet with respect and kindness, and to provide a safe, clean environment for treatment, surgery, and routine exams. We want you to know that your pet is in the hands of a well-trained and caring staff
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
Appointments & hours
Monday - Friday: 7:30AM - 5:30PM, Saturday: 7:30AM - 12:00PM, Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Homestead Small Animal Practice accepting new patients?+
Yes — Homestead Small Animal Practice is currently accepting new patients.
Does Homestead Small Animal Practice treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Homestead Small Animal Practice offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Homestead Small Animal Practice offer?+
Homestead Small Animal Practice offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
What reviewers say
Homestead Small Animal Practice in Spencer, Iowa is an independent veterinary clinic widely known for providing compassionate, thorough, and knowledgeable care for dogs, cats, and exotic pets such as reptiles, rabbits, and birds. The veterinary team and support staff are frequently described as kind, attentive, and exceptionally gentle with anxious or stressed animals. The facility maintains clean spaces and well-equipped operations capable of handling urgent cases, routine wellness visits, and surgical procedures. While the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, some visitors note occasional pricing concerns, scheduling friction, and communication challenges regarding fees and prescriptions.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.