Experience and Dedication Matter

Our Values

During the 30+ years of service, Dr. Oakes, Dr. Petersen and the entire Diamond Lake Animal Hospital team has worked hard to provide quality, affordable care to the fine pets of Minneapolis.  |  Meet our Vets & Staff here.

From wellness checkups to routine dental care, from x-rays to emergency surgery, we offer a full array of comprehensive services to keep your pets healthy and happy.  |  See a list of our services here.

At the heart of our practice is a philosophy of doing what’s necessary, not what’s excessive. We do not believe in tests for tests’ sake.

Instead, we focus our attention on identifying your pet’s specific issues and developing a solid treatment plan that fits both your desires and your budget.

We work hard to stay on top of the all the latest advances in veterinary medicine and to always to deliver our services in such as a way that both pets and people feel valued. 

At the heart of our veterinary practice are three core values:

 Pets come first. 
Our first priority is to the health of the pets we serve. We care for them as if they were our own.

       Open, honest communication makes life easier.
We listen with both our heads and our hearts, and take all concerns seriously. We respond promptly and with compassion.

Everyone deserves options.
We give you the information you need to make well-informed choices, choices that are right for you and your pet.