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Veterinary Care in Fort Dodge, IA
We are a dedicated veterinary practice serving Fort Dodge, Iowa, and surrounding areas. Our clinic specializes in comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals, prioritizing compassionate treatment and personalized attention. With decades of combined experience, our team offers services ranging from routine vaccinations to advanced surgical procedures. Our approach emphasizes preventive care, client education, and tailored treatment plans to ensure pets receive optimal health outcomes.We maintain strict vaccination protocols for boarding and prioritize safety with pre-anesthetic bloodwork for dental procedures. Our hospital operates Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and Saturday 8am-12pm, providing emergency care for active clients. We foster a welcoming environment where pets are treated as family, supported by a staff passionate about animal welfare and community service.
Services
Vaccinations
Dental Cleanings
Boarding
Surgery
Internal Medicine
Microchipping
Radiography
Cremation Services
Health Certificates
After Hours Care
Highlights and features
- We have decades of combined veterinary experience in small animal medicine
- Offering comprehensive services from vaccinations to advanced surgical care
- Prioritizing patient safety with pre-anesthetic bloodwork protocols
- Maintaining strict vaccination requirements for boarding animals
- Providing emergency care options for established clients
What people say
Love my vet and staff
Treated like family
Best priced in area
Caring and helpful
Assisted faster than expected
Services
Boarding/General Day Boarding
Day boarding provides supervised care for pets during working hours, ideal for temporary housing or medical appointments. Pets receive monitored care without scheduled feedings unless requested. Our facility maintains strict vaccination requirements for all boarders to ensure animal safety and disease prevention. Reservations require documentation of current vaccination status with prior arrangements possible for unvaccinated animals.
Dental Cleaning
Professional dental cleanings performed under gas anesthesia with ultrasonic scaling and polishing. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork identifies potential health risks. Most patients recover quickly, returning home the same day. Our protocols emphasize oral hygiene maintenance and breath improvement through comprehensive dental care procedures.
General Surgery
Routine and complex surgical procedures for companion animals, including spays, neuters, and mass removals. Advanced techniques address hernias, digestive system repairs, and eye procedures. Our surgical team employs modern technology like cryo-pen freezing for wart removal while maintaining strict post-operative care protocols.
Internal Medicine
Diagnosis and treatment of complex medical conditions affecting multiple organ systems. Our expertise covers endocrine disorders, immune-mediated diseases, kidney dysfunction, and infectious conditions. We utilize advanced diagnostic tools for managing diabetes, thyroid issues, and respiratory diseases in small animals.
Microchipping
Implantation of Avid-brand microchips for permanent pet identification in cats and dogs of all sizes. We maintain comprehensive records for registered animals to assist with lost pet recovery. This minimally invasive procedure provides secure ownership verification and increases chances of safe animal return.
People
Dr. Jeffrey Arnold
Veterinarian
Dr. Arnold graduated from Iowa State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 1985. He holds advanced degrees in animal science and reproductive physiology. Practicing both small and large animal medicine, he brings extensive experience in rural veterinary care to our clinic.
Dr. Susan Arnold
Veterinarian
Dr. Susan Arnold earned her veterinary degree from Iowa State University in 1986. She specializes in small and exotic animal care, including reptile medicine. A published author and illustrator, she brings diverse expertise to our practice's internal medicine cases.
Sue
Office Manager
Sue has served as our front desk coordinator since 2008. She manages client communications, answers medical inquiries, and schedules appointments. Her extensive experience streamlines client interactions and veterinary care coordination.
Tracy
Groomer
Tracy provides professional pet grooming services while assisting with reception duties and animal care. With over 15 years of experience, she contributes to both our grooming operations and general animal handling procedures.
Darlene Lindner
Animal Caretaker
Darlene manages animal housing operations with extensive experience in kennel management and laboratory evaluations. She contributes over a decade of animal shelter and rescue organization experience to our daily care routines.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive care including vaccinations, dental cleanings, surgeries, internal medicine, microchipping, boarding, and emergency services for active clients.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Call us at 515-955-8591 during operating hours (Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm) to book appointments with our veterinary team.
Do you handle pet emergencies?
We offer emergency care for established clients outside regular hours, with after-hours calls reserved primarily for active patients.
What payment methods do you accept?
We require credit card payments for all services, including our boarding programs, medical treatments, and surgical procedures.
What are your boarding requirements?
Boarding requires up-to-date vaccination records. Dogs must be leash-trained, with new boarders requiring staff supervision during drop-off between 8:30am-12pm.
