Pocket Pet Veterinary Care in West Des Moines & Norwalk, Iowa
Small mammal pets deserve big care. Our privately owned veterinary practice is proud to provide compassionate, knowledgeable medical care for pocket pets, including ferrets, guinea pigs, chinchillas, rabbits, pet rats, and mice. These species have unique needs, and our team is experienced in recognizing subtle signs of illness and tailoring care specifically for them.
Wellness & Preventive Care
Routine wellness visits are the foundation of a long, healthy life for pocket pets and rabbits. Because prey species often hide illness, regular exams are especially important.
Our wellness services include:
- Comprehensive nose-to-tail physical exams to build an accurate current and future health history/ treatment plan for your small mammal
- Nutrition and husbandry counseling tailored to each species- appropriate diet, treats, housing, and specific care recommendations, etc.
- Weight monitoring and body condition assessments that help keep your critter at the appropriate weight and feeling their best
- Dental and oral health evaluations- including advanced imaging (dental radiographs & CT imaging)
- Parasite screening and prevention when indicated- especially crucial in multi-pet homes and because some parasites can be transmitted to humans
- Early disease detection and preventive health care- routine bloodwork and other diagnostic testing can help us detect, monitor, and manage a multitude of health issues your pet could experience, keeping them healthier for longer
We partner closely with you to ensure your pet’s environment, diet, and daily care support optimal health at every life stage.
Diagnostic Services
When your pocket pet or rabbit isn’t feeling their best, accurate diagnostics allow us to identify problems quickly and create an effective treatment plan.
Our diagnostic capabilities include:
- In-house laboratory testing (bloodwork, fecal exams, urinalysis)
- 3D Imaging (CT SCAN)
- Digital radiography (X-rays)
- Ultrasound referrals when needed
- Microscopic evaluations
- Pain assessments and monitoring
Because pocket pets can decline rapidly when ill, timely diagnostics play a critical role in achieving the best outcomes.
Surgical Care
We offer surgical services for pocket pets and rabbits when medically necessary, with a strong emphasis on safety, comfort, and gentle handling.
Our surgical care includes:
- Soft tissue surgeries
- Mass removals and biopsies
- Abscess and wound management
- Spay/neuter procedures (species dependent)
- Advanced anesthesia monitoring designed for small mammals
Every surgical patient receives individualized anesthetic planning, careful temperature control, and attentive post-operative pain management.
A Team You Can Trust
As a privately owned veterinary practice we believe in personalized medicine and long-term relationships with our clients. Our team is experienced in exotic and pocket pet care and understands the unique medical and husbandry needs of small mammals.
Whether your rabbit, ferret, guinea pig, chinchilla, rat, or mouse needs preventive care, advanced diagnostics, or surgical support, you can trust our team to deliver skilled, compassionate veterinary care close to home.
Pocket Pet & Rabbit Veterinarian Near You
We proudly provide pocket pet and rabbit veterinary services to clients throughout West Des Moines, Norwalk, and surrounding Central Iowa communities. Our convenient locations make it easier to access specialized care for your small companion animals.
Schedule an appointment today to give your pocket pet or rabbit the expert veterinary care they deserve.