By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Independence
Independence has 9 veterinary clinics, with a strong average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 7,510 reviews. That gives pet owners a solid starting point for routine care, but weekend opening is limited, so it helps to check weekday hours and ask how urgent problems are handled before you commit.
Our Score compares visible clinics in this country. The transparency part of the score is how many services the clinic has published, measured against the highest number published by a visible clinic in the same country. This town is in United States.
Top 3 clinics (current town ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crysler Animal Hospital | 42/100 | — | 4 |
| Independence Animal Hospital | 42/100 | — | 2 |
| Three Trails Animal Hospital | 40/100 | — | — |
For dog and cat owners, Independence is a good town to compare a few vets instead of settling for the first name you see. Nine clinics gives you real choice, and the large number of reviews means you can look for patterns in how practices handle first visits, follow-up calls, surgery aftercare, and nervous pets. That usually makes it easier to find a clinic that feels like a fit for both you and your pet.
One thing to keep in mind is that none of the Independence listings are verified, which only means the listing details have not been confirmed by a registered user. Because of that, confirm the basics yourself, especially current hours, who you are likely to see, and how quickly the team responds to questions. Based on the current listings, weekend appointments and late evening access look limited, and the listings do not confirm a dedicated emergency or 24-hour option, so ask your chosen clinic how evenings, weekends, and urgent cases are handled.
A sensible next step is to narrow your shortlist to two or three clinics based on location and the kind of care your dog or cat is most likely to need. Then call and ask about new patient availability, same-day sick visits, vaccine scheduling, dental care, surgery, medication refills, and how they work with anxious pets or owners who want clear follow-up. Reviews matter most when they repeat the same themes, such as kindness at the front desk, vets who explain options clearly, and appointments that run on time. A short phone call can tell you almost as much as a long review page.
Independence may also suit homes with more than one kind of pet, because the service mix goes beyond standard dog and cat care. Even if you are choosing a vet for a dog or cat today, it can be useful to ask whether the practice can also help with other small pets later, or coordinate records if your household has mixed species. That kind of flexibility can make routine care simpler over time.
Best Rated Veterinary Clinics in Independence, Missouri
Top-ranked veterinary practices based on quality, service, and customer reviews
Our Score (42/100)
Crysler Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 12440 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Emergency or out-of-hours availability and opening hours are not...
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Our Score (42/100)
Independence Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 300 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64050. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Google reviews reflect a large number of client experiences...
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Our Score (40/100)
Three Trails Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri located at 600 West 23rd St S. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Reviews frequently mention gentle handling, clear explanations from doctors, and...
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Banfield Pet Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 4010 S Bolger Rd. It treats dogs and cats. Public feedback reflects a mix of long-term satisfaction with staff interactions and wellness-plan...
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Cedar Ridge Animal Hospital is a small-animal veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 1102 East 23rd St S. It treats dogs and cats. Recent client comments mention access to laser therapy and communication through a text...
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More Veterinary Practices in Independence
Additional veterinary clinics serving the area
Hidden Valley Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 17501 Hidden Valley Rd, Independence, MO 64057. It has a Google rating of 4.7/5 across 1069 reviews. Recent comments frequently mention a caring...
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Farview Veterinary Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 17710 N Susquehanna Ridge, Independence, MO 64056. Recent client feedback highlights compassionate, friendly care, with multiple mentions of Dr....
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Animal Clinic Of Susquehanna is a veterinary clinic in Independence, Missouri, located at 716 Rte 291, Independence, MO 64050. On Google, it is rated 4.4/5 from 295 reviews. Recent reviews describe visits for both dogs and cats.
