The Oncology department was outstanding. My dog has needed so much care this year. I have spent an unbelievable amount of time at pet ERs and hospitals this year and I can say the experience at ISU was one of the best. On time and great at answering my questions. While cost was expensive, it was way less than I expected for radiation therapy. When I had questions it was very easy to get a hold of them over the phone. I was only there for Oncology so I can’t speak to other services, but I highly recommend their Oncology team.
About ISU Small Animal Hospital
ISU Small Animal Hospital is a top-tier facility with a compassionate team, highly recommended for those in need of excellent care for their pets. The hospital's staff, from the front desk to the surgeons, student vets, and rehab specialists, are welcoming, communicative, and dedicated to their work. They take the time to explain procedures and answer any questions, showing genuine compassion for the animals and their owners.
Even in difficult situations, such as terminal illness or emergency surgery, the hospital's team provides kind and caring support, making a challenging experience easier to cope with. They go above and beyond to provide updates and share their love for the animals, as demonstrated by the student vet who provided twice-daily phone updates and care for a RatTerrier with a bowel obstruction.
Many visitors feel fortunate to have a world-class facility like this in the community. They appreciate the honesty about costs and the high level of professionalism. The staff are described as caring, supportive, and genuinely compassionate, with some traveling two hours to trust their pets' care to this clinic. In urgent cases, such as a sick dog needing immediate care, the team is praised for their kindness, helpfulness, and organization, providing prompt vet services even when other clinics could not see the pet. Overall, ISU Small Animal Hospital is a highly recommended place for pet owners seeking excellent medical care and compassionate support for their pets.
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My Pomeranian Rocco was diagnosed with mitral valve disease a couple years ago and we have been seeing the Cardiology team at ISU ever since. He recently went into heart failure and things have been very difficult. They always take time to return our calls, answer questions, and make medication adjustments to keep him comfortable. I can tell they genuinely care for Rocco and we’ve gotten more time with our little man thanks to them!
While the wait was a bit longer, the care we received was excellent. They helped us before we even arrived, were super friendly, and helped my puppy.
He had gotten into some pesticide, and it was a terrifying ordeal but they were patient. The cost surprised me as well! Compared to other places I have been in the past it was fantastic for what we got done. Thank you Dr.Miller!
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1809 South Riverside Drive, Ames, IA 50011
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