Iowa Veterinary Specialties: Appel Portia DVM

I would not even give them one star. It was $500 just to be able to have my service dog and best friend looked at. Then it was going to be what ever the charges were going to be for the services they were going to do. My dog was dehydrated and was not eating or drinking so my vet was not open being out was Sunday and said to go there. They kept her overnight and when I got there Monday morning they had bloated her by not monitored how much fluid they were giving her. They told me that they could not do anything for her but I could take her to ISU veterinary school hospital and see if they could help. Well needless to say that she damaged was already done and after 8 days and $18.000.00 later I decided to bring my best friend and service dogs home and have my vet meet me there and put her

Everyone was so kind throughout our visit. We felt welcome and cared for. All actions and costs were discussed upfront. They helped save my girl and I am forever grateful!

Amazing and compassionate staff. We had to take our pet rabbit in for an emergency visit at midnight and everyone was so kind. Sadly, he died naturally while there, but they did everything they could to help us. Thank you to the wonderful team

I've had to go here several times, and they were wonderful. One dog went for a broken leg, another dog for chocolate toxicity, and a rabbit for pneumonia (who did pass away). They're professional, have expertise for any situation, and were so compassionate when my bunny passed away.

They were so pleasant and helpful from my initial phone call to arrival, and during the visit. They explained everything throughly. They were so compassionate and overall just wonderful people! Thank you Stacey, Dr. Gearhart and staff!