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Best Friends Veterinary Care

~ Your Pet's Family Doctor ~ We are here to help you keep your pet healthy and happy, and we look forward to serving you as your veterinary care professionals.
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Best Friends Veterinary Care’s mission is to provide quality, compassionate and affordable veterinary care and services to our clients and their pets. It is our goal to promote, strengthen, and support the human-animal bond, while providing the clinic staff with a happy, fulfilling, and rewarding employment environment.

07/01/2024

The clinic will be closed Thursday July 4th for the holiday. We will re-open at 8 am on Friday July 5th.
Wishing everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July!

07/01/2024

With Independence Day celebrations fast approaching, it’s important to take precautions to keep your pets safe both during and after Fourth of July festivities. Here are 7️⃣ pet safety tips to keep in mind. You can find more important information here: https://bit.ly/2Yru6lC

06/28/2024

They can’t help themselves so they need people to advocate for them. Summer can pose major hazards for our pets. Dr. Sandra Faeh is a local veterinarian and the president of the American Vete…

05/28/2024

Our telephone provider tells us our voicemail issue has been fixed. Fingers crossed, we are back up and running. If you try to leave a voicemail and cannot, please email us and let us know, so we can contact the provider again.
Hopefully, the issue has been resolved. Again, we apologize for the inconvenience.

05/25/2024

The clinic will be closed on Monday May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday. If you have an emergency, Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids is available all weekend and Monday. (319) 841-5161.
We will return to normal business hours on Tuesday May 28th at 8 am.
Have a safe holiday weekend.

05/25/2024

Update on our phones - our service provider is experiencing a widespread issue, and they are working to remedy the problem, but we still do not have voicemail. We are very sorry for this issue, but it is not under our control.
If you are unable to reach us by telephone, please email us at [email protected], and we will be monitoring this email frequently and will call you back as soon as possible.
Again, we are sorry for the inconvenience.

05/23/2024

Update on our phones - our service provider is experiencing a widespread issue, and they are working to remedy the problem, but we still do not have voicemail.
If you are unable to reach us by telephone, please email us at [email protected], and we will be monitoring this email frequently and will call you back as soon as possible.
Again, we are sorry for the inconvenience.

05/22/2024

Voicemail down. We are currently having problems with our voicemail not being accessible and are working with our provider on getting it fixed. If you need to reach us and cannot get through on the telephone, please use our email and we will be checking it frequently. [email protected]
We are sorry for the inconvenience and are working to get it fixed as soon as possible.

05/06/2024

The clinic will be closed on Tuesday May 7th to allow our staff to attend a continuing education meeting.
If you have an emergency or need urgent care, Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails Urgent Care (319) 338-3605 and Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids (319) 841-5161 are available.
We will return to our normal office hours at 8 am on Wednesday May 8th.

04/15/2024

As many Americans are having more and more deliveries brought to their doors, delivery drivers are at an increased risk of dog bites.

These interactions have the potential for trouble, but with a little planning, training and preparation, dog owners can make sure these interactions are safe. Here are a few things to keep in mind if you’re expecting a delivery person to approach your house.

Learn more at avma.org/DogBite

01/13/2024

Due to the continued hazardous conditions, the clinic will remain closed today...Saturday January 13th. We will reopen Monday at 8am.
Stay safe!

01/11/2024

Due to the forecasted winter storm with blizzard conditions for tomorrow, the clinic will be closed Friday Jan. 12th. The clinic will try to be open Saturday at 9 am. (It is unlikely the doctor will be available) We are extending our hours today Thursday January 11th until 6:30 pm, if you are in need of medications or supplies for your pet.
Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails Urgent Care is closed through Saturday 1/13. Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids (319) 841-5161 is open Friday from 7am to 10 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 5 pm.
We apologize for the inconvenience, but in order to keep our staff safe, we must keep them off the roads during these conditions. Please stay safe during this hazardous weather!

01/10/2024

Due to continued hazardous road conditions, the clinic will be closed today, Wednesday January 10th. We will reopen tomorrow at 8 am.
Stay safe!

01/08/2024

Due to the forecasted winter storm, we anticipate that the clinic will be closed on Tuesday January 9th to keep our staff (who travel from out of town) safe. We anticipate reopening on Wednesday at 8 am, but could possibly be delayed pending the weather.
Any closures or late openings will be posted on the KCRG TV9 Closings and Delays website. Please check there or call the clinic if you have any question as to our status.
If you have an emergency, contact Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails Urgent Care (319) 338-3605 or Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids (319) 841-5161 for assistance.
Stay safe!

01/04/2024

UPDATED RECALL - Blue Ridge Beef is expanding their recall to include additional lot numbers of their 2 lb log of Kitten Grind, 2lb log of Kitten Mix, and 2lb log of Puppy Mix due to contamination of Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes.

The products were distributed between 11/14/2023 – 12/20/2023. These products were packaged in clear plastic and sold primarily in retail stores located in the states of: CT, FL, IA, IL, MA, MD, MI, NC, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, TN, VA & WI. More info: https://bit.ly/48D8dAY

01/04/2024

This month is Train Your Dog Month! An important reminder - especially if you recently adopted a puppy - is that socialization should be part of your training considerations.

Socialization is what allows pets to enjoy interactions and be comfortable around people and other animals. You can find more puppy (or kitten) socialization tips ➡️ http://bit.ly/2sk6bHo

12/29/2023

The clinic will be closed Monday January 1st for the Holiday.
If you have an emergency, Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids will be open 24 hours through the weekend and Monday holiday. (319) 841-5161
Wishing everyone a Happy and Healthy New Year!

12/21/2023

The clinic will be closed Monday December 25th to allow our staff to spend the holiday with their families. We will reopen at 8 am on Tuesday December 26th. If you have an emergency, Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids will be open. You can reach them at (319) 841-5161.
Wishing everyone a Happy Holiday!

12/15/2023

As Official Veterinarian of the North Pole, AVMA President Dr. Rena Carlson has performed this important annual examination with the aid of Ashli Selki, past-president of the National Association of Veterinary Technicians (NAVTA).

11/29/2023

Whether you’re in the market to adopt a senior pet or already the proud owner of one (or two), the AVMA has developed resources and FAQs to help pet owners during Senior Pet Health Month and Adopt a Senior Pet Month (which both take place in November!) http://bit.ly/2A8mMl8

11/29/2023

As more cases of canine respiratory disease pop up throughout the U.S., we want to share a few best practices to ensure your dog stays healthy and safe this holiday season.

11/20/2023

The clinic will be closed Thursday Nov. 23rd and Friday Nov. 24th for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will re-open on Saturday Nov. 25th at 8 am.
Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving!

11/18/2023

Older pets may develop age-related problems. Good care allows them to live happy, healthy, and active lives in their senior years.

11/18/2023

RECALL ALERT - TFP Nutrition is expanding their voluntary recall that was initiated to include all dry dog, dry cat, and catfish formulas manufactured in their Nacogdoches, Texas facility due to the potential for Salmonella contamination. More info: https://bit.ly/46qj0g9

11/06/2023

The clinic will be closed Wednesday Nov. 8th to update our computer system. If you have a pet emergency, Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids (319) 841-5161 and Bright Eyes & Bushy Tails (319) 338-3635 are both open during the day.
We apologize for any inconvenience but tried to find a time with minimal down time during our normal clinic hours. We should be back up and fully functioning on Thursday Nov. 9th at 8 am.

10/06/2023

October is National Animal Safety & Protection Month. How do veterinarians keep your animals safe? These are just 6 ways:

1️⃣ Vaccination against disease
2️⃣ Parasite prevention
3️⃣ Microchip and identification
4️⃣ Emergency and disaster preparation
5️⃣ Routine and emergency care
6️⃣ Travel or household safety advice

09/01/2023

The clinic will be closed Monday September 4th for the Labor Day Holiday.
If you have a pet emergency, Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids will be open 24 hours through the holiday weekend. (319) 841-5161.
Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday!

07/26/2023

This is the official page of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

07/03/2023

The clinic will be closed Tuesday July 4th for the holiday.
Blue Pearl Cedar Rapids is available starting at 2 pm for emergencies.
The clinic will resume normal hours at 8 am on Wednesday July 5th.

Address

252 Scott Court
Iowa City, IA
52245

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 12pm
Thursday	8am - 5:30pm
Friday	8am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8am - 12pm

Telephone

+13193417111

Website

http://www.BFveterinarycareIC.com/

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