Prairie View Animal Hospital

Grimes, IA

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At a glance

Facility type
Veterinary Practice
Practice tier
General
Clinic type
Standalone
Operating status
Operational
Appointment model
Both
24/7 care
No
Accepting new patients
Unknown

Species treated

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life

Accreditations

Fear Free

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

At Prairie View Animal Hospital we understand that your pet is a member of your family and we will treat them with the kindness they deserve. Prairie View Animal Hospital is proud to be a locally-owned, full-service veterinary clinic in Grimes, Iowa serving the northwest metro Des Moines area including Grimes, Johnston, Urbandale, and the surrounding communities. Prairie View Animal Hospital provides comprehensive medical, surgical, dental, and preventative care services as well as behavior and nutrition counseling for dogs, cats, rodents, and rabbits. Low-Stress Care from Nail Trims to Surgery. To schedule an appointment for your pet, please visit this page. For your convenience, we also offer drop-off appointments Monday through Friday for all visits including wellness/vaccine visits, nail trims, sick pets, etc. Pet owners have the ability to see the same veterinarian at each visit and can also work with the schedule with multiple doctors on staff

Gallery: Grimes Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting Ceremony — December 5, 2013. Dave Thilges attended Iowa State University where he earned a B.S. in Animal Ecology in 2006. He worked as an ecologist in the Chicago suburbs where he helped manage the restoration of native wetlands. After he and Dr. Lisa decided to open Prairie View Animal Hospital, he decided to make a career shift in which he would better utilize his managerial skills, as well as allow him to work closely with pets and their people. The Grimes Fall Festival: The medical-affiliated businesses of Grimes hosted an afternoon of family fun!

Mission — Our mission is to provide lifelong, high-quality care while forming a close relationship with you, your pets, and our community. To achieve this goal, we utilize a team-based approach to provide personalized care. We will partner with you to provide you with high quality care for your pets. We will involve you in every step of your pets' care. Our doctor and technicians will take the time to explain treatments with empathy, compassion, and respect. We also work closely with referral hospitals to ensure that you are receiving the best care

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
2
Licensed technicians
9
Support staff
16
Total team

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital RadiographyUltrasoundLaser Surgery

Services in detail

ExoticsPreventative CareDental ProceduresDigital RadiographyInternal MedicineLaboratoryLaser SurgeryPharmacySoft Tissue & Orthopedic SurgerySmall Animal ReproductionUltrasoundAnnual ExaminationsVaccinationsFecal ExaminationsBloodworkIntestinal DewormingsFlea and Tick PreventativesHeartworm TestingHeartworm PreventativesNail TrimsHospitalizationBehavior and nutrition counselingOnline Pharmacy

Appointments & hours

Monday: 7:30AM - 7:00PM Tuesday: 7:30AM - 7:00PM Wednesday: 7:30AM - 5:30PM Thursday: 7:30AM - 5:30PM Friday: 7:30AM - 5:30PM Saturday: Closed Sunday: Closed

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Frequently asked

Does Prairie View Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+

Yes — Prairie View Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.

What services does Prairie View Animal Hospital offer?+

Prairie View Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.

What reviewers say

95% Positive sentiment
based on 218 reviews

Prairie View Animal Hospital is an independent veterinary practice delivering exceptional, compassionate care for pets and their owners. The facility is exceptionally clean, modern, and welcoming, featuring a Fear Free approach that helps anxious animals feel safe and comfortable. The team of veterinarians and support staff are widely regarded as highly knowledgeable, patient, and thorough in explaining diagnoses and treatment options. The practice maintains strong communication, offering helpful follow-up calls after appointments and procedures. Clients consistently highlight the warm, family-friendly atmosphere, fair pricing, and dedication to personalized care for dogs, cats, and small animals.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsStrong Followup

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.