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Your Trusted Veterinary Care Partner in Independence, MO
Independence Animal Hospital has been dedicated to providing exceptional veterinary care to the Greater Kansas City area since our founding. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff prioritize the health and well-being of pets through comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental services. With expertise in orthopedics, reproductive care, and animal chiropractic, we offer advanced treatments tailored to small animals, including dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Our commitment to preventative care and client education ensures pets receive lifelong wellness support. The hospital maintains a compassionate environment where every animal is treated with the same care as our own.We operate Monday through Friday with emergency paging available outside regular hours, and our online pharmacy provides convenient access to medications and supplies. Our team includes specialists like Dr. Matthew Wingert, a 2002 Veterinary Humanitarian Award recipient, and Dr. Skyler West, a licensed animal chiropractor. We focus on building long-term relationships with pet owners while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Our facility in Independence, Missouri, serves as a trusted resource for responsible pet ownership and urgent care needs.
Services
Small Animal Care
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Reproductive Services
Animal Chiropractic
Online Pharmacy
Dental Care
Wellness Exams
Emergency Services
Exotic Pet Care
Highlights and features
- We offer specialized veterinary chiropractic care for small animals and horses.
- Our team includes award-winning veterinarians with decades of combined experience.
- We provide 24/7 emergency paging for urgent pet care needs.
- Our online pharmacy offers competitive pricing on pet medications and supplies.
- We specialize in advanced reproductive services for purebred animals.
What people say
Most amazing staff
Best care possible
Wonderful veterinary service
Saved his life
Reasonable prices
Services
Animal Chiropractic Care
Specialized chiropractic treatments for small animals and horses restore mobility and alleviate pain through precise vertebral adjustments. Our licensed practitioners use non-invasive techniques to improve nervous system function and reduce medication dependency. Ideal for post-injury recovery or chronic condition management in pets.
Reproductive Services
Comprehensive reproductive care for purebred animals includes semen collection, artificial insemination, and pregnancy monitoring. Our veterinarians provide expert guidance for natural breeding cycles and complex delivery assistance, ensuring optimal outcomes for breeders and their animals.
Surgical Procedures
Our surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to advanced orthopedic and soft tissue operations. Equipped with modern technology, we perform tumor removals, trauma repairs, and dental surgeries with strict protocols for patient safety and post-operative care.
Wellness Exams
Annual comprehensive physical examinations detect early signs of illness through nose-to-tail assessments. These preventive visits include vaccination updates, parasite screening, and personalized health recommendations to maintain pets' long-term wellness.
Online Pharmacy
Convenient 24/7 online pharmacy provides competitively priced medications and supplies for dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Customers access a wide inventory of heartworm preventatives, flea treatments, and joint supplements with home delivery options.
People
Matthew D Wingert
Veterinarian
Dr. Wingert has served Independence Animal Hospital since 1995, specializing in orthopedics and reproductive services. A 2002 Veterinary Humanitarian Award recipient, he combines surgical expertise with compassionate care for diverse cases.
Skyler West
Veterinarian
Dr. West, a licensed animal chiropractor, joined the team in 2011. He specializes in general surgery, orthopedics, and chiropractic care, offering specialized treatments for small animals and horses.
Roger L Becker
Veterinarian
With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Becker focuses on surgical cases and bulldog reproduction. His career emphasizes compassionate care and building long-term client relationships through exceptional veterinary service.
JB Scott
Veterinarian
Dr. Scott brings extensive experience in general veterinary practice. A Maryville native, he combines farm-rooted animal knowledge with modern medical techniques to serve small animal patients.
Questions
Do you accept new patients?
We currently only accept new patients through existing clients' referrals. Direct new client appointments are unavailable at this time.
What animal species do you treat?
We specialize in small animals including dogs, cats, rabbits, reptiles, and birds, with specialized exotic pet care services.
Are chiropractic services available for horses?
Yes, Dr. West provides equine chiropractic care at our facility, focusing on mobility restoration and pain management for horses.
How do online pharmacy orders work?
Prescriptions can be managed through our 24/7 online portal, offering competitive pricing and home delivery options for pet medications and supplies.
What surgical specialties are offered?
Our surgical services include orthopedics, soft tissue operations, dental procedures, and oncological treatments using advanced veterinary techniques.
