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Exotic Pet Vets in Des Moines, IA

3 clinics in and around Des Moines, 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.

Des Moines has about 213,096 residents, which works out to 1.4 exotic pet vets per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Exotic Pet Vets in Des Moines

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  1. Heartland Animal Hospital

    4115 University Ave, Suite 200, Des Moines, IA 50311

    Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm

    Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm

    Updated by the owner, September 2026ReptilesRabbits & small mammalsExotic emergencies
    Call Website Directions

  2. Iowa Veterinary Specialties

    6110 Creston Ave, Des Moines, IA 50321

    ReptilesBoard-certified (ABVP)Exotic emergencies
    Call Website Directions

  3. Fleur Pet Hospital

    4524 Fleur Dr, Des Moines, IA 50321-2332

    Birds & parrotsRabbits & small mammalsHouse calls
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3clinics
1.4per 100,000 residents
3with a phone
3with a website
1publish hours

Of the 3 exotic pet vets listed in Des Moines, 3 give a phone number, 1 publishes opening hours and 3 have a website.

Des Moines 3 clinics

More clinics within 30 miles of Des Moines

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

  1. Animal Doctors Veterinary Clinic PC

    5.0 mi · 4800 Mills Civic Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265-5263

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammalsBoard-certified (ABVP)
    Call Website Directions

  2. Ashworth Road Animal Hospital

    6.0 mi · 5902 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266-7108

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammals
    Call Website Directions

  3. Rush Animal Care Clinic P.C.

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

    Rabbits & small mammals
    Call Website Directions

  4. St. Francis Veterinary Care

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

    ReptilesRabbits & small mammals
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  5. Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic

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

    Birds & parrots
    Call Website Directions

  6. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica

    29.9 mi · 2501 N Loop Dr, Ames, IA 50010-8612

    Birds & parrots
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Good to know about exotic pet vets in Des Moines

How many exotic pet vets are there in Des Moines?

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

What's the surest way to check hours in Des Moines?

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 Des Moines, 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 Des Moines, Iowa, you can find 3 exotic pet veterinarians who treat small rodents, with 3 providing phone booking.