Business Details
28 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Akron Veterinarian for Comprehensive Pet and Livestock Care
Akron Veterinary Clinic has served the Akron, Iowa area since 1998, providing comprehensive animal health services under the leadership of Dr. Jeff Van't Hof and Dr. Travis Hawkins. Our team combines advanced veterinary technology with compassionate care, offering preventative medicine, surgical interventions, and emergency services for small and large animals. We prioritize client education on nutrition and preventative care while maintaining community partnerships through Akron Area Chamber of Commerce membership and local fair sponsorships.Our open hospital policy allows owners to accompany animals during procedures, and we maintain a 24/7 emergency response system for urgent care needs. With expertise in mixed animal practice spanning decades, we deliver economical, high-quality veterinary solutions tailored to both urban and rural pet owners across Plymouth County, IA and Union County, SD.
Services
Routine Vaccinations
Dental Cleaning
Emergency Care
Spay/Neuter
Livestock Services
Pet Boarding
Flea/Tick Prevention
Microchipping
Surgical Procedures
Pregnancy Diagnosis
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services with on-call doctors.
- Our team provides care for both small and large animals, including livestock.
- We maintain an open hospital policy allowing owner presence during procedures.
- Experienced veterinarians with decades of combined practice in mixed animal care.
- We serve Plymouth County, IA and Union County, SD with mobile veterinary services.
What people say
24/7 emergency availability
Compassionate staff
Reasonable pricing
Excellent communication
Experienced veterinarians
Services
Emergency Care
We provide 24/7 emergency veterinary services for small and large animals, with on-call doctors available after regular business hours. Our team handles critical cases like poisoning, trauma, and obstetric emergencies. Clients receive immediate triage and treatment options when time-sensitive medical intervention is required.
Dental Services
Our clinic offers comprehensive dental care including professional cleanings, extractions, and periodontal disease management. We utilize modern dental equipment for scaling and polishing teeth, with preventive care recommendations for maintaining optimal oral health between visits.
Livestock Services
We provide specialized veterinary care for cattle, horses, sheep, goats, and pigs, including vaccinations, pregnancy diagnosis, fertility testing, and herd health management programs. Our services support both preventative care and treatment of production animals in agricultural settings.
Preventative Care
Our preventative medicine approach includes annual check-ups, vaccinations, parasite control, and nutritional counseling for pets and livestock. We emphasize early disease detection through regular health screenings and tailored wellness plans for each animal's specific needs.
Surgical Procedures
We perform various surgical interventions ranging from routine spay/neuter operations to complex soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. Our surgical suite supports both elective and emergency operations with appropriate pre-anesthetic evaluation and post-operative care.
People
Dr. Jeff Van't Hof
Veterinarian
Dr. Van't Hof has practiced veterinary medicine since 1996, owning Akron Veterinary Clinic since 2000. He graduated from Iowa State University with a DVM degree after working in animal nutrition. His expertise spans small and large animal care with special interests in mixed practice and community veterinary services.
Dr. Travis Hawkins
Veterinarian
Dr. Hawkins provides veterinary care for small and large animals at Akron Veterinary Clinic. Licensed in Iowa and South Dakota, he works alongside Dr. Van't Hof to deliver comprehensive medical services while maintaining focus on preventative care and client education.
Questions
What are your emergency care hours?
We offer 24/7 emergency veterinary services with on-call doctors available at all times.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, and Discover for all veterinary services.
Do you care for large animals?
Yes, we provide veterinary services for cattle, horses, sheep, goats, pigs, and other large animals.
What preventative care services do you offer?
We provide vaccinations, parasite prevention, annual check-ups, and nutritional counseling for pets and livestock.
Can I stay with my pet during procedures?
Yes, we maintain an open hospital policy allowing owners to accompany animals during medical procedures.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Plymouth County, IA and Union County, SD with veterinary services for urban and rural clients.