By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Ankeny
Ankeny has 7 veterinary clinics, with a strong average Google rating of 4.7 out of 5 across 2,076 reviews. That gives pet owners a good pool of well-rated choices for routine dog and cat care, but none of the listings currently show weekend opening, so it is smart to confirm hours before you book.
Our Score compares visible clinics in this country. The transparency part of the score is how many services the clinic has published, measured against the highest number published by a visible clinic in the same country. This town is in United States.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital | 41/100 | — | 1 |
| Prairie Lakes Pet Hospital | 37/100 | — | — |
| Healing Paws Veterinary Clinic | 36/100 | — | — |
For most pet owners, Ankeny looks like a solid place to start your search. There are enough vets in Ankeny to give you real choice, and the review volume suggests many local families have used these clinics over time. The mix here appears geared to companion animals, so dog and cat owners should be able to compare options for everyday care, preventive visits, and common medical needs without feeling limited to just one obvious pick.
The bigger gap is transparency, not choice. None of the Ankeny listings are currently verified, which means the practice details have not yet been confirmed by a registered user. That does not say anything negative about care quality, but it does make it more important to double-check basics yourself. Weekend openings are not shown, and late evening access is not shown either, so ask how each clinic handles evenings, weekends, and urgent cases before you rely on it.
A practical way to choose is to make a shortlist of two or three clinics, then call with the same questions. Ask about new patient availability, how quickly they can see a sick pet, who you are likely to see at appointments, and how follow-up questions are handled after a visit. If you have a cat that stresses easily, or a dog with ongoing medication needs, ask about handling style, refill turnaround, and how easy it is to speak to the team when something changes.
Reviews can still help you separate a good fit from a merely convenient one. Look past the star rating and read the newest comments for signs of clear communication, gentle handling, and consistent support over time. If possible, book a routine visit first rather than waiting for a problem. That first experience often tells you whether a clinic feels calm, organized, and easy to work with for the long term.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Ankeny, Iowa
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (41/100)
Creature Comforts Veterinary Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Ankeny, Iowa, located at 1555 SE Delaware Ave. It treats dogs and cats. Reviews describe urgent and weekend visits, including a spay performed for an emergency...
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Our Score (37/100)
Prairie Lakes Pet Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Ankeny, Iowa, located at 1520 NW Irvinedale Dr Ste 107, Ankeny, IA 50023. It treats dogs and cats. Recent reviewers frequently describe a calm, patient approach with anxious...
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Our Score (36/100)
Healing Paws Veterinary Clinic is a small-animal practice in Ankeny, Iowa located at 1834 SW White Birch Cir. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Reviews commonly describe attentive communication, supportive end-of-life care, and ongoing...
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Heart Of Ankeny Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Ankeny, Iowa. It is located at 701 SW Ordnance Rd, Ankeny, IA 50023. Recent reviews describe a kind, welcoming staff and gentle handling of pets, including cats and...
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Ankeny Animal And Avian Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Ankeny, Iowa, located at 742 S Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, IA 50023. It has a 4.7/5 Google rating from 642 reviews. Recent feedback includes both praise for compassionate care and concerns...
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More Veterinary Practices in Ankeny
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Ankeny Animal Health Clinic is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Ankeny, Iowa, located at 2210 W 1st St, Ankeny, IA 50023. It treats dogs and cats. Opening hours and emergency or after-hours availability are not listed.
