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(952) 469-1525

Dakota Pet Hospital
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  • Choosing Your Pet

Choosing to add a pet to your life is a big decision!

Pets are life-long commitments, and keeping a pet happy, healthy, fed, and well-exercised requires time and money. In order to pick the right pet for you, one must consider your lifestyle, living situation, and how much care you are able or willing to provide. Some pets require very little interaction with their owners, while others need almost constant companionship! Also, everyone in your family or who reside in your home, must be included in the decision.

To explore a specific pet like birds, cats, dogs, horses, small animals, and reptiles, continue reading into this section. If you have questions about what pet is right for you, do not hesitate to contact our office!

  • Pet Health
    • Chronic Conditions
    • Digestive and Oral Health
    • Diseases and Viruses
    • Pests and Parasites
    • Orthopedics
  • Today's Veterinarian
  • Choosing Your Pet
    • Cats
    • Dogs
    • Finding Your Pet
    • Exotics
      • Reptiles
        • Lizards
        • Turtles
  • Living With Your Pet
    • Bringing Your Pet Home
    • Providing Care
    • Travel
    • Saying Goodbye
  • Newsletter Library
    • Tips for Pet Owners
    • Keeping Pets Healthy
    • Fleas & Parasites
    • Cats
    • Recognizing Illness
    • Nutrition & Food
    • Pet Dangers
    • Seasonal Topics
    • Unbelievable Pets
    • Visiting the Vet
    • Equine
    • Behavior & Training
    • Fun with Pets
  • Video Newsroom
    • Health Topics
    • Technology and Science
    • Other Interests
  • Client Survey
  • Pets4Kids
  • Feline
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6:00 PM

Tuesday:

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

Wednesday:

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6:00 PM

Thursday:

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6:00 PM

Friday:

8:00 AM

6:00 PM

Saturday:

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1:00 PM

Sunday:

Closed

Dakota Pet Hospital, Call 952-469-1525

20136 Icenic Trail Lakeville, MN 55044 **For Emergencies, Contact South Metro Animal Emergency Care at 952-953-3737**

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