Den Herder Veterinary Hospital

Waterloo, 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 Exotic Companion Mammal Reptile Amphibian Avian

Services

Wellness Vaccination Spay Neuter Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization Urgent Care Boarding End Of Life

Accreditations

Aaha

Amenities & accessibility

Appointments
Appointment requiredAppointments recommended
Service options
Onsite services
Amenities
Restroom
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Your Full-Service Vet in Waterloo, IA. Den Herder Veterinary Hospital provides comprehensive veterinary care to pets in the Waterloo community and beyond. We would be honored to be a partner in your pet's healthcare. As a full-service veterinary office, we offer state-of-the-art testing and diagnostics, an array of advanced care, routine and advanced surgical procedures, and many other services to provide your pet with the best possible care

Mission — At Den Herder Veterinary Hospital, we provide top-quality veterinary care to pets in our community. Our staff treats you like family and each pet like our own. We are honored and proud to be a partner in your pet's healthcare team. As pet owners ourselves, we believe that preventative care with wellness exams are the keys to your pet living a longer, healthier, and happier life

Care capabilities

Emergency
Urgent Care Only

Team at a glance

5
Veterinarians (DVM)
9
Licensed technicians
9
Support staff
23
Total team

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

Technology & equipment

state-of-the-art testing and diagnosticsadvanced diagnostics, procedures, and treatmentssafe and effective options using state-of-the-art equipment and best practicesdiagnostic imaging

Services in detail

Urgent CareWellness & PreventionTesting & DiagnosticsAdvanced CareSurgical ProceduresPet BoardingEmergency CareDiagnostic ImagingAnesthesiology

Appointments & hours

Monday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM; Sunday: Closed. *Monday - Friday 4:00pm - 8:00pm Urgent Care*Saturday 10:00am - 4:00pm Urgent Care

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Frequently asked

Does Den Herder Veterinary Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+

Den Herder Veterinary Hospital offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).

Is Den Herder Veterinary Hospital AAHA-accredited?+

Yes — Den Herder Veterinary Hospital is an AAHA-accredited hospital.

What services does Den Herder Veterinary Hospital offer?+

Den Herder Veterinary Hospital offers Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 714 reviews

This veterinary practice delivers exceptional, compassionate medical care supported by a highly knowledgeable team of doctors and technicians. The facility is exceptionally clean and well-equipped with modern technology, providing a welcoming environment for both common and exotic species. Services range from routine wellness exams to urgent care visits, featuring thorough explanations, gentle handling of anxious animals, and dedicated follow-up communication. While pricing tends to be on the higher side and wait times or emergency availability can occasionally be challenging, the overall experience is characterized by deep empathy, professional expertise, and reliable support during both joyful and difficult times.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingFair PricingClean FacilityGood With Anxious Pets

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