Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarians in Algona, IA
Holmes Animal Clinic has been dedicated to providing compassionate veterinary care since 1974. Founded by Dr. Doug Holmes, our practice has grown under three generations of veterinary expertise, combining tradition with state-of-the-art technology. Our team specializes in small and large animal medicine, offering advanced diagnostics, surgical procedures, and preventive care tailored to each patient's needs. We prioritize client education and maintain a supportive environment for both pets and their families. Our services include digital radiography, laser therapy, reproductive care, and 24/7 emergency support.The clinic's boarding facilities ensure pets receive attentive care in comfortable surroundings. With a focus on rural veterinary medicine, we serve both companion animals and agricultural livestock. Our staff's extensive experience spans orthopedic surgery, theriogenology, and ambulatory care. We operate a full-service online pharmacy for convenient access to medications and supplies. Committed to community engagement, we actively support agricultural education and youth programs through local 4-H initiatives.
Services
Small Animal Care
Large Animal Services
Pet Boarding
Preventive Healthcare
Veterinary Surgery
Laser Therapy
Diagnostics
Reproductive Services
Dental Care
Cremation Services
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- Three generations of veterinary expertise since 1974
- 24/7 emergency care with after-hours contact options
- State-of-the-art diagnostics and surgical facilities
- Family-owned and operated with personalized care
- Online pharmacy for convenient pet medication access
Services
Small Animal Care
Our small animal services include preventive healthcare, vaccinations, and wellness exams. We offer dental care, surgical procedures, and chronic disease management. Advanced diagnostics like digital radiography and in-house lab work ensure accurate treatment plans. Laser therapy promotes faster healing for post-surgical patients and arthritis sufferers. Our compassionate team provides end-of-life care with a dedicated grieving room.
Large Animal Services
We provide comprehensive care for equine, cattle, sheep, and goats. Services include reproductive ultrasounding, lameness exams, and artificial insemination. Our ambulatory services cover health checks and vaccinations on-farm. We offer semen evaluation and fresh chilled semen shipment for breeding programs. The clinic supports small ruminant medicine with specialized reproductive services and herd health management.
Pet Boarding
Our boarding facilities feature eight cat condos and spacious dog runs with separate play areas. Luxury suites with televisions provide comfort for extended stays. The outdoor artificial turf area allows safe exercise. Paws Motail, our sister facility, offers additional boarding options with 24/7 staff monitoring. All boarders receive personalized care and medical attention when needed.
Veterinary Surgery
We perform soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries including fracture repair and stifle procedures. Advanced monitoring with pulse-oximetry ensures patient safety during anesthesia. Our surgical suite handles tumor removals, dental procedures, and emergency interventions. Post-operative care includes laser therapy for pain management. Complex cases receive specialist referrals while maintaining continuity of care.
Laser Therapy
Class IV laser therapy treats arthritis, wounds, and post-surgical recovery. This non-invasive treatment reduces inflammation and accelerates healing. We use therapeutic laser applications for chronic pain management in senior pets. The technology promotes cellular regeneration and improved circulation. Patients receive customized treatment plans based on their specific medical needs.
People
Jeff Holmes
Veterinarian
Dr. Jeff Holmes graduated from Iowa State University in 1989. He specializes in small animals and equine care, with expertise in orthopedic surgery and digital radiography. He has implemented advanced technologies including laser therapy and endoscopy at the clinic.
Danielle Kane
Veterinarian
Dr. Danielle Holmes Kane joined the family practice in 2017 after graduating from Iowa State University. She focuses on small ruminant medicine and canine theriogenology, offering transcervical insemination and reproductive ultrasounding services for livestock and companion animals.
Rory Friedow
Veterinarian
Dr. Rory Friedow has practiced veterinary medicine since 1978. With 25 years in companion animal care, he brings extensive experience in canine health and AKC event participation. He provides ambulatory services for equine and farm animals.
Deanna Holmes
Practice Manager
Deanna Holmes manages clinic operations and payroll while overseeing Paws Motail Boarding Facility. She coordinates animal care and maintains supply inventories. Her agricultural background includes managing show livestock and breeding programs.
Bethany Herrick
Office Manager
Bethany Herrick leads front office operations and client services. She manages appointment scheduling and administrative workflows while assisting with animal care. Her family maintains a small livestock operation on their Algona acreage.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide small and large animal care, including diagnostics, surgery, laser therapy, reproductive services, and boarding. Emergency care is available after hours.
Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?
Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency veterinary care with after-hours contact numbers for urgent situations.
What are your clinic hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 8am-5pm and Saturday 8am-Noon. Emergency services operate outside these hours.
Do you have pet boarding facilities?
Yes, we offer cat condos and dog runs at the clinic, plus luxury suites at our Paws Motail facility with 24/7 care.
Is there an online pharmacy?
Yes, our online pharmacy provides pet foods, medications, and prevention products with home delivery options.
