Family Pet Veterinary

06/17/2026

Our clinic will be closed on Wednesday, June 24th, for professional floor refinishing.

06/15/2026

Looking for a Veterinarian You Can Trust? 🐾

Whether you’ve just welcomed a new puppy or kitten, recently moved to the area, or are simply searching for a veterinary team that treats your pets like family, we’re here for you.

At Family Pet Veterinary Clinic, we believe every pet deserves compassionate, personalized care. From wellness exams and vaccinations to dental care, surgery, and diagnostics, we’re committed to helping your furry family members live happy, healthy lives.

✨ New clients are always welcome
✨ Friendly, experienced team
✨ Personalized care for every pet
✨ Conveniently located in West Branch

We’d love the opportunity to meet you and your pets!

📱https://www.familypetveterinaryclinic.com
📞 319-643-3555
📍 620 Division St., West Branch, IA

Home in West Branch, IA. Family Pet Veterinary is your local Veterinarian in West Branch serving all of your needs. Call us today at (319) 643-3555 for an appointment.

06/11/2026

🏞️🐾 Lake/ Water Day Safety Reminder 🐾🏞️

On hot Iowa summer days, it’s tempting to let your dog cool off with a swim and a drink from the lake or pond. While swimming is often great exercise, try to bring fresh water from home and discourage your pet from drinking from lakes, ponds, rivers, and streams.

Natural bodies of water can contain harmful bacteria and organisms that may make your pet sick, including:
🦠 Leptospirosis (spread through water contaminated by infected wildlife urine)
🦠 Giardia
🦠 Blue-green algae toxins
🦠 E. coli and other bacteria

Leptospirosis is especially concerning because it can cause serious kidney and liver disease in dogs. The bacteria can survive in contaminated water and soil, and dogs can become infected simply by drinking from or wading in affected water. https://www.cdc.gov/leptospirosis/pets/index.html

Before heading to the lake, check current water quality conditions through the Iowa DNR Beach Monitoring Dashboard:
https://www.iowadnr.gov/things-to-do/beach-monitoring

The Iowa DNR monitors many beaches throughout the summer for E. coli and harmful algal toxins and posts advisories when water quality is poor. https://programs.iowadnr.gov/aquia/Programs/Beaches

💧Pro Tip: Pack a water bowl and plenty of fresh drinking water for your pet so they can stay cool safely!

Questions about leptospirosis vaccination or summer water safety? Give us a call at Family Pet Veterinary at 319-643-3555

06/09/2026

The Fourth of July is right around the corner! 🇺🇸🐾

If you know your pet struggles with sound anxiety, now is the time to prepare. Fireworks can be stressful and frightening for many pets, but there are treatment and medication options available to help keep them comfortable.

Don’t wait until the last minute, reach out to us now so we can help find the best solution for your furry family member.

📍 Family Pet Veterinary
620 Division St, West Branch, IA
📞 319-643-3555

Let’s help make this Fourth of July as stress-free as possible for your pet. ❤️🤍💙

06/05/2026

Does your pet need to be examined for a lump, itchy skin, or other small issues you've observed lately? Are your pet's vaccinations current? We have several openings available tomorrow, Saturday the 6th. Please call us today at 319-643-3555.

06/02/2026

What new options are available for your allergy dog? Does Apoquel provide some relief, but you feel that more is needed?

Consider Numelvi, the latest generation JAK1 inhibitor for dogs with Atopic Dermatitis.

Give us a call at 319-643-3555, to determine if your dog is a suitable candidate for a switch.

Learn how Numelvi provides relief for dogs. Discover triggers, signs, and how working with your veterinarian can help your dog feel their best.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

This Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the courage, selflessness, and dedication of those who served and gave everything for our freedom. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

Please note that we are closed today in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume normal business hours tomorrow.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful holiday spent remembering our heroes and enjoying time with loved ones. ❤️🤍💙

05/20/2026

05/04/2026

🐾 Happy National Pet Week!! 🐾

If you’ve ever rearranged your entire schedule for a vet appointment, talked to your pet like they’re a human, or let them take over your bed… this week is for you 😂

We get it, because we’re the same way.

Every day we get to see the love you all have for your pets, and it’s honestly the best part of what we do. The excited wiggles, the nervous kitties, the farm dogs that think they run the place… we love them all!

And while we’re celebrating all the cute moments this week, it’s also a good reminder that keeping them healthy matters just as much as loving them (even though we know you already spoil them plenty 😉).

If your pet is due for vaccines, preventatives, or just hasn’t been in for a check-up in a while, this is your sign!

📸 We want to see your babies!! Drop a pic below and tell us their name + one thing they do that makes you laugh every day.

Enjoy our picture of Kendra’s most adorable great neph-dog, Calloway! 🐶💙

Thanks for trusting us with your animals, we don’t take that lightly 🫶🏼

05/01/2026

🚨 Rodenticide (Rat Bait) Warning for Pet Owners 🚨

We have already seen several cases of rat bait toxicity in pets this year, some unfortunately resulting in outcomes that could not be reversed. As planting and gardening season begin across Iowa and shops, barns, garages, and sheds are being opened and used more frequently, we want to remind everyone just how dangerous these products can be.

⚠️ Why this matters:
Most rat and mouse baits are designed to be highly appealing. They often have a sweet taste and smell to attract rodents. Unfortunately, this also makes them extremely tempting to dogs and cats, who may eat them as if they were treats.

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🧪 Common Types of Rat Bait (Rodenticides):

• Anticoagulant Rodenticides
Common brands: d-CON®, Tomcat®, Havoc®, Contrac®
These interfere with blood clotting and can cause internal bleeding days after ingestion. Symptoms may not appear right away.

• Bromethalin-Based Baits
Common brands: Tomcat® (certain formulas), Motomco®
These affect the brain and nervous system, leading to tremors, seizures, and potentially death.

• Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) Baits
Common brands: d-CON® (certain formulas), Quintox®
These cause dangerously high calcium levels, leading to kidney failure.

• Zinc Phosphide
Commonly used in agricultural settings and bulk farm supply products
Releases toxic gas in the stomach and can cause rapid, severe poisoning.

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⏱️ Timing is CRITICAL:
If your pet ingests rat bait, contact your veterinarian immediately. In some cases, if caught within 2 hours, we may be able to induce vomiting and prevent absorption, potentially avoiding serious illness or long-term damage.

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🏡 Prevention Tips:

• Always store bait in areas completely inaccessible to pets
• Be cautious in garages, barns, shops, and garden sheds, especially during planting and gardening season
• Double-check spaces before closing them up to ensure pets are not trapped inside with access to bait
• Avoid using loose bait, opt for secured bait stations if possible
• Ask neighbors or family members if they are using rodenticide on their property before letting your pets roam

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🐾 Know the Signs of Toxicity:

• Lethargy or weakness
• Pale gums
• Bruising or bleeding
• Vomiting or seizures
• Difficulty walking or breathing

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📞 If you even suspect your pet may have ingested rat bait, do not wait. Call us immediately (319-643-3555) or contact your nearest emergency veterinary clinic.

You can also contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (888-426-4435) or the Pet Poison Helpline (855-764-7661) for immediate guidance.