Kitten's First Vet Visit: What to Expect
Now that your new kitten has come home it's time to schedule their first vet checkup. Our Ankeny vets are here to tell you exactly what you can expect from their first examination.
Pet Care Tips
How Old Do Kittens Have to Be to Get Fixed?
You are preventing more than just the birth of unwanted kittens when you get your cat spayed or neutered. Our Ankeny vets discuss the best age to have your kitten fixed as well as the benefits of having your cat spayed or neutered.
Is It Wise To Raise A Puppy & Kitten Together?
While puppies and kittens may look sweet in photographs together and can keep each other company, there are some considerations any pet owner should keep in mind when raising a puppy and kitten in the same home. Here, our Ankeny vets explain what they are.
How to Stop Puppy Biting
Puppy biting can be very frustrating and painful for new pet parents. If your once sleepy and docile puppy has turned into a biter, our Ankeny vets are here to tell you how you can fix this.
What To Expect From Your Puppy's First Vet Checkup
Congratulations on your new puppy! Once they've settled in it's time to visit the vet. Our Ankeny veterinarians explain what to expect and what to bring to your first appointment.
Types of Diagnostic Tests for Pets
Diagnostic imaging is a tool used by our Ankeny vets to help us pinpoint the cause, extent, or seriousness of your pet's illness or injury. Here are a few of the tests that our Ankeny vet might recommend.
Understanding Blood Tests For Cats
Blood tests for cats are a valuable tool in most veterinary clinics. Our Ankeny vets explain why blood tests for cats are important and what each test result might mean.
Diagnostic Imaging For Pets
Diagnostic imaging is an exceptional tool used by our Ankeny vets to help us pinpoint the cause, extent, or seriousness of your pet's illness or injury. Depending on your pet's condition, the type of diagnostic imaging used will vary.
Why Does My Pet Need a Urinalysis?
Today, our Ankeny vets will discuss why your pet might need urinalysis, as well as how to understand your pet's urinalysis results so you can make the best decisions regarding their medical care.
What Pet Owners Want to Know About Pet Ultrasounds
If your pet needs an ultrasound, it might sound like cause for concern. Our Ankeny vets explain how and why ultrasound scans are performed on pets in our in-house veterinary diagnostic lab.