Independence Veterinary Hospital

I had an excellent experience at Independence Veterinary Hospital. I was able to get a same-day for an urgent appointment when my mother’s dog, which was a huge relief. The staff was friendly, compassionate, and professional from the moment we arrived. Dr. Smithwick took the time to thoroughly explain the findings (lab work and X-rays), and discuss next steps. I never felt rushed, and all of my questions were answered clearly and patiently. The facility was clean and welcoming, and it was obvious that everyone there genuinely cares about animals and their owners. I am very grateful for the prompt care and kindness we received. I highly recommend Independence Veterinary Hospital to anyone looking for quality veterinary care.

I've had a number of pets, and a number of vets, but this was really top tier care. The staff was nice, the waiting area and exam room was exceptionally clean, and both the assistant and Dr. Kier listened attentatively and took a decent amount of time looking over L. and answering all my questions. The charge was also very reasonable. Highly recommend.

All the staff is amazing!!! So helpful and friendly!!!! I transport for a local rescue and was blown away by how wonderful all the doctors and staff are. They are so caring and gentle with every animal I’ve brought in. I loved them so much I started bringing my own pets!!!

Words alone cannot express how grateful I am to have found the wonderful, attentive team at Independence Vet Hospital. From the very first "get acquainted" visit to the extensive dental procedure Dr. Kier performed today everything has been nothing short of perfect. Getting calls from the doctor before and after the procedure provided me with so much comfort. I’ve trusted Dr. Smithwick and Dr. Kier with my senior kitties and they’ve exceeded my expectations from day one. Our previous vet made us feel like we were inconveniencing them when we asked for routine appointments and often making us wait several weeks to receive inadequate care. The team at Independence Vet Hospital goes above and beyond every time to give our furry children the attention and care they need. I wholeheartedly recommend all of them to anyone that is in need of compassionate and knowledgeable veterinary care.

Had a great first experience here. I called right at 8AM to make an urgent appointment for my new cat due to some overnight concerns, and they got us in the same day. The support team was great and super friendly, and the office is very clean and modern. Christine welcomed me and already knew who we were when we walked in. They made me feel like a regular! Dr. Johnston handled my cat amazingly, and he and his support (I think Alex was her name, forgive me if that's incorrect) were so thorough in explaining the exam and the care plan. They even trimmed my cat's nails! So much relief after this appointment, and I left with no questions. The appointment wasn't too long or too short. This was my best veterinary experience ever! I also felt like the pricing was fair. I'm so glad I came here based on recommendations, and I plan to stay here. My cat was nervous, but I could tell she felt safe in their hands.

We’ve been clients for the past four years, and this team has supported our family through so many seasons. We originally brought in our two large breed dogs, and over time they’ve provided not only excellent care, but genuine compassion. When our senior dog was diagnosed with cancer, they guided us with such kindness and when it was her time, recommended a wonderful in-home service so we could say goodbye in the most peaceful way possible. They’ve also been incredibly patient with our other dog as he’s gotten older and more anxious during visits. This year, my husband and I welcomed a baby, and there have been times I’ve had to bring her along to appointments on my own. Every single staff member and doctor has been so accommodating, patient, and helpful in making those visits feel easy and stress free. We are so grateful for the care and heart they bring to what they do. A truly wonderful team and wonderful value.

Dr. Kier is absolutely fantastic. He took incredible care of my 3-month-old puppy, Bella, and she adored him. He was meticulous in addressing all my concerns about my new puppy. I highly recommend him - he's the best! The front staff is super friendly and communicative, getting me in quickly. You guys are amazing!!!!!