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Exotic Pet Vets in Ames, IA

3 clinics in and around Ames, Iowa — call ahead and name your species — a clinic that sees rabbits may not see parrots, and exotic appointments often book further out than cat and dog visits.

Ames has about 69,026 residents, which works out to 4.3 exotic pet vets per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Exotic Pet Vets in Ames

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  1. All Pets Animal Hospital

    107 E 2nd St, Ames, IA 50010-6603

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
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  2. Pet Medical Center

    1416 S Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-8022

    Birds & parrotsReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website Directions

  3. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

    2501 N Loop Dr, Ames, IA 50010-8612

    Birds & parrots
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3clinics
4.3per 100,000 residents
3with a phone
3with a website

Of the 3 exotic pet vets listed in Ames, 3 give a phone number and 3 have a website.

Exotic Pet Vets in Ames by feature

Ames 3 clinics

More clinics within 30 miles of Ames

Only 3 clinics listed in Ames itself, so here are the closest ones in nearby towns. Distance is straight-line from Ames.

  1. Community Veterinary Clinic

    8.1 mi · 275 W Lincoln Hwy, Nevada, IA 50201-8023

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammals
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  2. Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic

    19.9 mi · 742 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023-3527

    Birds & parrots
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  3. Radcliffe Animal Care Clinic

    22.8 mi · 108 Isabella St, Radcliffe, IA 50230-7716

    Birds & parrotsExotic emergencies
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  4. St. Francis Veterinary Care

    23.9 mi · 101 NE Circle Dr, Grimes, IA 50111-1021

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website Directions

  5. Rush Animal Care Clinic P.C.

    24.7 mi · 5330 NW Beaver Dr, Johnston, IA 50131-1334

    Rabbits & small mammals
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  6. Heartland Animal Hospital

    28.5 mi · 4115 University Ave, Suite 200, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammalsExotic emergencies
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Good to know about exotic pet vets in Ames

How many exotic pet vets are there in Ames?

We list 3 exotic pet vets in Ames with addresses, and 3 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Ames?

Call ahead — 3 of the 3 exotic pet vets here list a number. Hours at independent exotic pet vets shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

How much does a vet cost?

Routine exotic vet checkups vary based on the animal and clinic type, with emergency or specialized treatment costing more. In Ames, Iowa, there are 3 specialized clinics (3 with direct phone lines) listed on ExoticVetAtlas to help you check local pricing.

Do guinea pigs need to go to the vet?

Yes, guinea pigs require periodic wellness exams to check their teeth, weight, and overall health before hidden illnesses progress. In Ames, Iowa, you can find 3 exotic pet veterinarians who treat small rodents, with 3 providing phone booking.