Iowa Veterinary Acupuncture

read moreAt Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center, our staff is trained in both traditional western veterinary medicine and holistic eastern medicine. Utilizing both modalities while treating your pet means that he or she will receive all of the special health care they may need. We believe in treating the whole pet with a focus on disease prevention and health wellness. Our innovative approach will utilize all appropriate therapeutic options; we will combine the best of traditional veterinary medicine with holistic natural techniques while caring for your pet.

read moreIowa Veterinary Wellness Center was started in the Des Moines, Iowa area over a decade ago. We were the first holistic veterinary practice in the entire Midwest region. Our integrative approach to veterinary medicine is designed to improve your pet's health, prevent or minimize adverse drug effects, and improve the quality of life of your pet. Each pet is treated on an individual basis utilizing our wide-range of modern and alternative veterinary medicine techniques. Our holistic approach allows us to begin our assessment and treatment of each pet from every angle, and we focus on each pet in his or her entirety.

read moreIowa Veterinary Wellness Center has a foundation in integrative care, focusing on all aspects of health, incorporating quality medicine with a holistic approach in a collaborative setting. We strive for consistent, compassionate care and look forward to being a part of your pet's healthcare team.

read moreMost veterinary practices and animal shelters routinely screen for the presence of microchips in lost or found pets. The microchips we use are roughly the size of a grain of rice and are inserted under the skin in between the shoulder blades. A microchip scanner can then recognize its presence after implantation. You will need to register your pet's new microchip with the manufacturer. Registration involves the sharing of contact and emergency contact information so that information is in the database should you ever experience the unfortunate circumstance of a missing pet.

read moreFleas and ticks are parasites of the skin. Flea and tick prevention is important because these pests not only cause problems with the skin, but they also possess the ability to transmit a number of diseases to the dog. Flea and ticks are also able to affect you and your family. There are many safe and highly effective products available at Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center that will treat and prevent flea and tick infestations. Regular use of one of these products will effectively prevent fleas and ticks from becoming a problem for you or your pet!

read moreHere at Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center, we are advocates of wellness care for pets, and provide tailored healthcare plans and helpful pointers on home care that will keep your dog or cat at their best. We specialize in preventative medicine, holistic medicine, dental care, and surgical care for all life stages of your pet. Our experienced doctors and staff value communication, education, and compassion - and our goal is to keep all of our clients well-informed and their pets happy, healthy, and comfortable for years to come.

read moreThe veterinarians at Iowa Veterinary Wellness Center provide high quality surgical services for our patients. We use the best anesthetics; the same ones that are used in humans, including the best gas inhalation anesthetic, Sevoflurane. We utilize anesthetic monitoring equipment, monitoring your pet's heart rate and oxygen saturation during anesthesia. One of our qualified veterinary staff is present at all times to assist the veterinarian performing the surgery. Your pet is always being monitored and is cared for as though he/she were our own.

read moreVaccinating your pet is one of the best ways to help him or her live a long and healthy life because vaccines are important in preventing serious disease in pets. Vaccines help prepare your pet's immune system to fight the invasion of disease-causing organisms. We believe in disease prevention without undue over-vaccination. We base our recommendations on up-to-date immunology and disease prevention research. Each pet is seen as a unique individual and thusly our recommendation(s) are unique to your pet and his/her risk factors.