Are there veterinarians in Grimes, Iowa?

Yes. Grimes has three vet clinics: Grimes Plaza Veterinary Clinic (200 Gateway Dr), Prairie View Animal Hospital (1830 SE Princeton, Suite A), and St. Francis Veterinary Care (101 NE Circle Dr).

Does Grimes require pet licensing?

Yes, the City of Grimes handles pet licensing. The city also uses licensing data when weighing new amenities such as a possible dog park.

Pets in Grimes, Iowa: Vets, and the Animal Shelter

New in town with a dog or cat? Here is where to find a vet, how pet licensing works, and who to call about a stray, all in one place.

The short version

Grimes has three veterinary clinics in town. The city runs pet licensing, and animal services for the metro are handled by the Animal Rescue League of Iowa.

Vets

Veterinary clinics in Grimes

Grimes Plaza Veterinary Clinic - 200 Gateway Dr.
Prairie View Animal Hospital - 1830 SE Princeton, Suite A.
St. Francis Veterinary Care - 101 NE Circle Dr.

The practical stuff

Licensing and the shelter

The City of Grimes handles pet licensing, worth doing both because it is required and because the city uses licensing data when weighing amenities like a future dog park. For lost pets, strays, or animal welfare concerns, the Animal Rescue League of Iowa is the metro's main shelter and animal-services provider. Note: Grimes does not yet have a public off-leash dog park; see our dog parks guide for the nearest options.

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Sources: veterinary clinic websites; City of Grimes pet-licensing page; Animal Rescue League of Iowa. The exact municipal animal-control arrangement should be confirmed with the city. Preview build, September 2026.

A Grimes pet owner's starter guide: vets, licensing, and the shelter.

Veterinary clinics in Grimes

Licensing and the shelter