Family Pet Veterinary Center
West 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
Top Rated West Des Moines Veterinarian - Family Pet Veterinary Center. We are focused on providing your pet with valuable and quality care for life. You can count on us for the best medical, surgical, and pet dental care. For over 10 years, Family Pet Veterinary Center in West Des Moines and Norwalk, IA has been providing full service, fear free veterinary care
West Des Moines Family Pet Veterinary Center has been proud to serve area pet owners since 2008, offering full service, Fear Free veterinary care. Norwalk open since 2013
Mission — We believe that your pet is a part of the family, yours and ours. That is why we have made it our mission to provide comprehensive and compassionate veterinary care and that is in the best interests of you and your furriest family member
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
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Frequently asked
Is Family Pet Veterinary Center accepting new patients?+
Yes — Family Pet Veterinary Center is currently accepting new patients.
Does Family Pet Veterinary Center offer emergency or urgent care?+
Family Pet Veterinary Center offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
Does Family Pet Veterinary Center treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Family Pet Veterinary Center offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Family Pet Veterinary Center offer?+
Family Pet Veterinary Center offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Family Pet Veterinary Center established?+
Family Pet Veterinary Center has served the West Des Moines, IA community since 2008.
What reviewers say
The practice features a compassionate, knowledgeable veterinary team that provides thorough explanations and excellent care for anxious pets, particularly during end-of-life decisions and routine wellness visits. The staff is consistently described as warm, welcoming, and accommodating with scheduling. While the vast majority of clients experience high-quality and affordable service, occasional concerns arise regarding high pricing for specific products, communication gaps during complex medical decisions, and differing opinions on treatment plans.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.