Des Moines Veterinary Hospital

★ 4.6 · 402 Google reviews·Animal hospital·Des Moines, WA
Des Moines Veterinary Hospital, Des Moines
Boarding
Dogs Away score9.2 /10Excellent · 402 reviews · top 66% in Seattle
Sources
Behind the 9.2
Reviews read
402 on Google
Average stars
4.60 ★
Rank
#154 of 244 in Seattle
Ratings as of
July–October 2026
See the reviews on Google ↗
Policies published0 of 27From their website, 2026-09-08

Des Moines Veterinary Hospital is a animal hospital in Des Moines, WA, offering boarding. It scores 9.2/10 (excellent) from 402 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars — #154 of 244 in Seattle. Of the 27 policies we check, its website states 0.

Veterinary practiceA vet clinic that also offers boarding.

About this place

Des Moines Veterinary Hospital is the local veterinarian clinic that provides full medical care for cats, dogs, birds, and exotic pets. We strive to satisfy your pet's needs in order to help them live a long, happy, and healthy life. From preventative care like routine exams through surgery, medical boarding services, and a wide array of exotic pet care services, we can meet your pet's unique health needs. In the years since our opening, we have built a reputation for providing high-quality, exp

From the business’s public profile.

Key facts

Services
VeterinaryBoarding
Type
Veterinary practice
Boarding rate
Not published
Daycare rate
Not published
Open 24 hours
No
Rank in Seattle
#154 of 244
Google rating
★4.6 (402)
From downtown
14.0 mi
Profile claimed on Google
Yes

Policies & requirements

0/27

0 of the 27 policies owners ask about are published on their website.Checked on their website, 2026-09-08. Open a policy to see their exact words.

Show 27 policies not published on their website
Vaccinations requiredNot published on their website
Bordetella lead timeNot published on their website
Fecal / parasite testNot published on their website
Spay / neuterNot published on their website
Temperament evaluationNot published on their website
Vaccination recordsNot published on their website
Staff on site overnightNot published on their website
Staff-to-dog ratioNot published on their website
Maximum playgroup sizeNot published on their website
Staff certificationNot published on their website
Play modelNot published on their website
Groups separated byNot published on their website
Time out of their roomNot published on their website
Solo care for dogs who skip group playNot published on their website
HousingNot published on their website
Outdoor accessNot published on their website
CapacityNot published on their website
Climate controlNot published on their website
Live cameras for ownersNot published on their website
Photo / report-card updatesNot published on their website
ToursNot published on their website
Injury / fight policyNot published on their website
Veterinary accessNot published on their website
Administers medicationNot published on their website
FeedingNot published on their website
AvailabilityNot published on their website
Online bookingNot published on their website

Policies change, so confirm anything that matters when you book. Items marked “described by reviewers” come from customers, not from the facility.

Score & reviews

9.2ExcellentDogs Away score
5 ★330
4 ★30
3 ★9
2 ★6
1 ★27
★ 4.60Google average
402reviews behind the score
★ 4.66Seattle average

Higher is better. A score backed by more reviews is more reliable. Read the reviews on Google Maps. Data as of July–October 2026.

What reviewers mention most

exotic pet care 9avian vet 7front end staff 6bird care 5guinea pig care 4knowledgeable vet techs 3covid safety 3dewclaw removal 2

Topics extracted from public review text, with the number of reviews that mention each.

Hours

Mon
8 AM–12 PM, 1–5:30 PM
Tue
9 AM–12 PM
Wed
9 AM–12 PM
Thu
8 AM–12 PM, 1–5:30 PM
Fri
8 AM–12 PM, 1–5:30 PM
Sat
Closed
Sun
Closed

From the public profile, July–October 2026. Drop-off and pick-up windows can be narrower; holiday hours vary.

For travelers

SEA · Seattle-Tacoma
3.2 mi
Weekday hours span
8 AM – 5:30 PM
Open Sunday
No

Straight-line miles, not driving distance. Hours span from the public profile; confirm drop-off and pick-up windows before a flight.

Location

21935 Pacific Hwy S, Des Moines, WA 98198

14.0 miles from downtown Seattle · Get directions

Amenities & details

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroomGender-neutral restroomAppointment requiredAppointments recommended

Self-reported on the business’s public profile.

Questions about Des Moines Veterinary Hospital

What services does Des Moines Veterinary Hospital offer?
Des Moines Veterinary Hospital is listed as a animal hospital in Des Moines, WA, offering boarding.
How much does Des Moines Veterinary Hospital charge?
We did not find a published rate on Des Moines Veterinary Hospital's website when we checked it (2026-09-08); call the facility for pricing. For reference, the Seattle median published boarding rate is $65/night across 96 facilities.
Is someone on site overnight at Des Moines Veterinary Hospital?
Des Moines Veterinary Hospital's website does not say whether a person is on site overnight (checked 2026-09-08). That is common — ask the facility directly before booking an overnight stay.
How does Des Moines Veterinary Hospital compare with other Seattle facilities?
It ranks #154 of 244 in the Seattle index by Dogs Away score (9.2/10, excellent), based on 402 Google reviews averaging 4.6 stars.

Cite this record

Facts on this page are sourced line by line. To reference it:

Des Moines Veterinary Hospital, Des Moines, WA. Dogs Away facility record, 2026-09-08. https://dogsaway.co/seattle-wa/des-moines-veterinary-hospital/

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