Welcome to Saltwater Animal Hospital
Welcome to Saltwater Animal Hospital We are excited to open a brand new locally owned practice to serve the pets and people in Des Moines and the surrounding areas. We are a full-service family practice animal hospital providing comprehensive pet healthcare services. Our veterinarians offer a wide variety of medical, surgical, dental, wellness, and preventative…
Tackling Pet Obesity: A Silent Epidemic
Tackling Pet Obesity: A Silent Epidemic As pet lovers, we often indulge our furry friends with treats and extra servings, not realizing we might contribute to a growing problem: pet obesity. While those extra pounds might seem like signs of a well-loved pet, they can lead to a range of severe health issues. Understanding the…
Early Detection, Lifelong Protection: Why Regular Vet Check-Ups Are Essential for Your Pet’s Health
Early Detection, Lifelong Protection: Why Regular Vet Check-Ups Are Essential for Your Pet’s Health Owning a pet is not just a source of joy but also a responsibility that involves more than feeding and playtime. Regular veterinary check-ups and screenings are critical to pet care, often overlooked until a pet shows signs of illness. Understanding…
Senior Pet Care: Nurturing Your Furry Friend Through Their Golden Years
Senior Pet Care: Nurturing Your Furry Friend Through Their Golden Years As our beloved pets age, their needs evolve. Senior pet care is not just about addressing the challenges of aging but also about enriching their golden years with love, comfort, and appropriate care. Understanding and catering to the unique needs of older pets can…
Clear Vision, Keen Hearing: The Importance of Regular Eye and Ear Check-Ups for Your Pet
Clear Vision, Keen Hearing: The Importance of Regular Eye and Ear Check-Ups for Your Pet Keeping your furry companion happy and healthy goes beyond just providing them with love, cuddles, and tasty treats. Their well-being relies heavily on their ability to experience the world around them through their senses. Just like us, pets depend on…
The Importance of Regular Eye and Ear Check-Ups for Your Pet
The Importance of Regular Eye and Ear Check-Ups for Your Pet Keeping your furry companion happy and healthy goes beyond just providing them with love, cuddles, and tasty treats. Their well-being relies heavily on their ability to experience the world around them through their senses. Just like us, pets depend on clear vision and good…
Recognizing the Signs of Pain in Your Pet
Recognizing the Signs of Pain in Your Pet As pet owners, we rely on our furry companions for unconditional love and companionship, and it can be heartbreaking to see them struggling in silence. Unlike humans, pets can’t always tell us exactly what’s wrong, especially when it comes to pain. Recognizing pain in animals can be…
Spotting the Signs of Pet Arthritis
Spotting the Signs of Pet Arthritis Does your once energetic pup seem less interested in chasing squirrels these days? Perhaps your feline friend no longer gracefully leaps onto the windowsill to survey their outdoor kingdom. These changes in behavior might simply be attributed to the natural aging process. However, May is Pet Arthritis Awareness Month,…
Reptile and Amphibian Care: Creating the Perfect HabitatReptile and Amphibian Care: Creating the Perfect Habitat
Reptile and Amphibian Care: Creating the Perfect HabitatReptile and Amphibian Care: Creating the Perfect Habitat Creating the perfect habitat for reptiles and amphibians is a critical aspect of responsible pet ownership. These unique creatures have specific environmental needs that must be met to ensure their health and well-being. Unlike traditional pets, reptiles and amphibians require carefully controlled…
Spaying & Neutering in Des Moines, WA
Spaying & Neutering in Des Moines, WA Spaying and neutering are essential procedures that offer a multitude of benefits for both your pet and the community. These medical interventions not only help control the pet population, reducing the number of unwanted animals, but they also contribute to your pet’s overall health and well-being. By choosing…
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