Heartland Animal Hospital

Heartland Animal Hospital is a veterinarian in Owatonna, MN. The practice provides medical care for cats, dogs, and exotic species including rabbits, ferrets, pocket pets, lizards, and turtles. Their services encompass wellness exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, dentistry, puppy and kitten care, senior pet care, spay and neuter surgery, diagnostics, allergy testing, laser therapy, and urgent care. The hospital serves a wide area including Des Moines, Clive, Urbandale, and several surrounding Iowa communities.

This family-owned practice has served the community since 1995. Originally founded by Dr. Robert Culver, the practice transitioned to Dr. Katherine Edel in 2024. The hospital operates with a "high touch, not high volume" philosophy, prioritizing longer appointment times and face-to-face connections to ensure pets are treated as family. Many staff members have been with the practice for years, fostering long-term relationships with clients. Dr. Edel, a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Iowa Veterinary Medical Association, maintains clinical interests in internal medicine and ultrasonography.

The business is located on E Frontage Rd, near the Union Depot (Historic) museum and the Minnesota State School Orphanage Museum. It is also a short distance from West Hills Park, the Children's Monument, and the Owatonna City Hall.

Heartland Animal Hospital is recognized for its long-standing history and its commitment to providing intentional, personalized care. The practice is known for its deep respect for the human-animal bond and its dedication to maintaining a compassionate, community-based environment.

As a trusted veterinarian in Owatonna, Heartland Animal Hospital continues a multi-decade legacy of expertise and dedicated service to local pets and their owners.