As of February 28, 2023, we will no longer be offering declaw services at our clinic. We wanted to take some time to explain scratching, the declaw procedure (and why it is no longer being recommended), and some tips to live a happy co-existence with a clawed cat. ...
Winter can be a time of snowball fights, snuggling by the fire, and ice skating, both for you and for your pets. However, there are a few hazards that can also be found at this time of year and we want to make sure you and your pet have a safe snowy season! ...
Halloween can be a wonderful time of the year: full of tricks, treats, and candy! However, this holiday can also be dangerous for our furry family members. Here are a handful of things to watch out for with this upcoming holiday. Chocolate. Out of all the candy that...
The veterinary staff at Ankeny Animal & Avian Clinic are always striving to provide the best diagnostics and care for your pet. One of our newer additions to our diagnostic tool options is the use of abdominal ultrasound. Often paired with x-rays, an ultrasound...
As a general practice veterinary clinic, we get to see a lot of strange cases coming in. And sometimes, the cases get beyond what we are capable of diagnosing or treating. Thankfully, in these instances, we have a wonderful network of referral options, including...
It may not seem like much, but your cat’s dental health is a huge component of his/her wellbeing. Numerous studies have linked dental disease with diabetes, heart disease, and more. And we’re not just worried about getting the tartar cleaned off or looking for...
