Business Details
45 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Pet's Health Starts With Quality Veterinary Care
Established in 1981, Sunset View Pet Hospital has dedicated itself to providing exceptional veterinary care to pets in Wilton, Iowa, and surrounding areas. Our team comprises experienced professionals committed to delivering compassionate, comprehensive medical and surgical services tailored to each patient's needs. We maintain state-of-the-art facilities equipped with advanced diagnostic tools like digital radiology and ultrasound to ensure accurate assessments and effective treatments. Our veterinarians bring decades of combined expertise in internal medicine, soft-tissue surgery, dermatology, preventive care, and dentistry. We prioritize client education, empowering pet owners to develop lifelong healthcare plans that enhance their companion animals' well-being. The staff includes specialists in nutrition counseling and pain management, utilizing cutting-edge therapies such as laser treatment for optimal patient recovery.Our facility offers 24/7 emergency care through collaboration with a local fully staffed emergency center while maintaining regular business hours for routine appointments. We demonstrate authoritativeness through affiliations with respected veterinary organizations and partnerships with trusted resources like the American Animal Hospital Association. The hospital's commitment to modern practices includes implementing the safest gas anesthesia protocols and maintaining a fully stocked pharmacy for immediate medication access. Our team members are pet owners themselves, bringing personal dedication to every interaction while maintaining professional excellence in veterinary medicine.
Services
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Surgical Procedures
Emergency Services
Nutritional Counseling
Digital Radiology
Microchipping
Pain Management
Hospice Care
Ultrasound Exams
Details
- Year established: 1981
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of combined experience in small animal medicine
- Our staff includes specialists in internal medicine and surgical procedures
- We provide 24/7 emergency care through our local emergency center partnership
- Our facility contains modern diagnostic tools including digital radiology and ultrasound
- Each veterinarian maintains specialized expertise in multiple veterinary disciplines
What people say
Dr. Budding
Assistant rocked
Made pets comfortable
Many years
Excellent service
Services
Vaccination Programs
We provide comprehensive vaccination schedules tailored to each pet's specific needs. Our wellness programs include core vaccines and disease prevention strategies for all life stages. Our protocols follow AAHA guidelines while maintaining flexibility for individualized care plans based on your pet's lifestyle and health status.
Digital Radiology
Our SmartDR technology delivers high-resolution digital radiographs for immediate diagnostic evaluation. This advanced system improves accuracy in identifying musculoskeletal issues, internal obstructions, and organ abnormalities while reducing radiation exposure compared to traditional methods.
Surgical Procedures
We perform various surgical interventions including soft-tissue procedures, orthopedic repairs, and emergency operations. Our facility maintains strict sterilization protocols, utilizes sevoflurane anesthesia, and provides comprehensive pre-op consultations to ensure optimal surgical outcomes and patient safety.
Dental Care
Our dental services combine professional cleanings using ultrasonic scaling with preventive care education. We address periodontal disease, perform extractions when necessary, and offer oral health assessments during routine wellness exams to maintain overall pet wellness.
Pain Management
We implement customized pain control strategies for surgical patients and chronic conditions. Our approach combines pharmaceutical treatments with advanced therapies like laser treatment to improve mobility and quality of life for pets experiencing discomfort.
People
Dr. Wayne Budding
Veterinarian
Graduated from Iowa State University in 1981 with veterinary medicine doctorate. Specializes in internal medicine, soft-tissue surgery, and dermatology. Practices with his father's legacy while maintaining modern veterinary standards.
Dr. Dawn Kraft
Veterinarian
Veterinary medicine graduate from Iowa State (2001) with experience in small animal care. Focuses on internal medicine and early-life pet wellness programs. Maintains expertise through continuing education and practical field experience.
Dr. Stephanie Wedeking
Veterinarian
Graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine with expertise in preventive medicine. Special interests include public health connections and responsible pet ownership instruction for new pet owners.
Questions
What services does Sunset View Pet Hospital offer?
We provide comprehensive veterinary care including vaccinations, dental procedures, surgical interventions, digital imaging, emergency treatment, and preventive medicine programs.
Do you offer pet emergency services?
Emergency care is available through our partnership with Quad City Emergency Center (563-344-9599) when our office is closed.
What payment options do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express, and cash payments. CareCredit financing is also available for larger expenses.
Are you open on weekends?
We offer Saturday appointments from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM but are closed on Sundays unless using our emergency service network.
How do I schedule pet vaccinations?
Call 563-732-2118 during regular business hours to schedule vaccine appointments. Our staff will help determine appropriate immunization schedules during wellness exams.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Wilton, Iowa City, Davenport, and Quad Cities regions with comprehensive veterinary care options.
