Comprehensive Mixed-Animal Veterinary Services and Boarding in Independence, Kansas

Barta Animal Hospital Introduce

For residents across Southeast Kansas, particularly those with a diverse array of animals ranging from household companions to large livestock and even exotic pets, finding one comprehensive and reliable veterinary resource is a significant advantage. Barta Animal Hospital in Independence, KS, stands out as a full-service Animal Hospital dedicated to providing exceptional medical, surgical, and preventative care for all creatures great and small. Led by veterinarians like Dr. Kevin Cooper, a mixed-animal doctor who grew up in Southeast Kansas, the practice operates with the philosophy that if you can find it in Kansas, their team will do their best to keep it healthy. This commitment to wide-ranging care, from routine Puppy and Kitten Care to complex Herd Health Programs, makes them a cornerstone of the local farming and pet-owning community.

The hospital is uniquely positioned to serve the varied needs of Kansas residents by offering both in-clinic small animal services and on-the-farm Veterinary Country/Farm Calls for livestock. This mixed-animal approach ensures continuity of care, whether you need a wellness exam for your cat or Large Animal Obstetrics for a cow. The range of services is extensive, covering everything from preventative measures like Pet Vaccinations and Heartworm Preventative to advanced Medical And Surgical Services, including both Routine And Orthopedic Surgeries. Clients value the dedication of the staff, often praising the primary veterinarian's commitment and the amazing care provided to their pets.

In addition to outstanding veterinary medicine, Barta Animal Hospital offers highly valued supplemental services, including professional Dog and Cat Boarding. This feature provides local pet owners with a convenient and safe option for their companions when they need to travel. Furthermore, the hospital is equipped with modern diagnostic tools and an In-house Laboratory, allowing for quick and efficient testing, such as Blood Screening and Lab Work, which are crucial for timely treatment. The team also understands the difficult times in pet ownership, providing sensitive Veterinary Hospice and Euthanasia Services and even on-site Veterinary Crematory Services to support owners through every stage of their pet’s life.

### Location and Accessibility

Barta Animal Hospital is conveniently located in Independence, Kansas, serving Montgomery County and the surrounding areas with easy access for both local and rural clients traveling for care or utilizing their farm call services.

Address: 1861 S 10th St, Independence, KS 67301, USA.
Planning: Appointments are recommended to ensure smooth service flow, particularly given the mixed-animal nature of the practice which requires careful scheduling between clinic appointments and Veterinary Country/Farm Calls.

The facility is designed for accessibility to accommodate all clients:

A Wheelchair accessible entrance ensures easy entry for everyone.
A Wheelchair accessible parking lot is available for convenient parking.
A clean Wheelchair accessible restroom is provided on site.

Amenities: A clean Restroom is provided for the comfort of clients.

### Services Offered

Barta Animal Hospital offers a vast spectrum of Veterinary Services catering to small, large, and exotic animals.

Key services include:

Small Animal Care: For Dogs And Cats, services include Annual Exams, Veterinary Wellness Exams, Puppy and Kitten Care, Senior Pet Care, Pet Vaccinations, and Pet Parasite Prevention and Control.
Large Animal Services: Comprehensive care for livestock, featuring Farm Calls, Routine Large Animal Veterinary Care, Herd Health and Herd Health Programs, Large Animal Obstetrics, and Large Animal Semen Evaluation.
Specialized Animal Care: Providing Exotic & Pocket Pet Veterinary Services for unique companions.
Diagnostic & Laboratory Services: Quick and accurate diagnosis via Veterinary Laboratory with Lab Testing, Blood Screening, and Veterinary Radiology.
Surgical Care: A full range of procedures, including Veterinary Surgery, Small Animal Surgery, Routine And Orthopedic Surgeries, and Surgical Treatment, supported by vigilant Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Monitoring.
Dental and Pain Management: Professional Veterinary Dental Care, Large Animal Dental Float, Pain Management, and Pet Pain Management for chronic and acute conditions.
Advanced Therapies: Utilizing Laser Treatment and Veterinary Laser Therapy for healing and pain relief.
Critical and End-of-Life Care: Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, along with compassionate Veterinary Hospice and Euthanasia Services and on-site Veterinary Crematory Services.
Auxiliary Services: Offering a Veterinary Pharmacy, Microchipping, Veterinary Nutritional Counseling, Day Care, and professional Dog and Cat Boarding.

### Features / Highlights

The unique advantages of choosing Barta Animal Hospital for your animal care needs in Kansas include:

True Mixed-Animal Practice: Uniquely skilled in caring for small, large, and Exotic & Pocket Pet Veterinary Services, offering convenience and expertise to the entire Kansas community.
Comprehensive Surgical Suite: Capability to perform everything from routine procedures to complex Routine And Orthopedic Surgeries, all backed by experienced Veterinary Anesthesia and Surgical Monitoring.
Essential Livestock Support: Critical services like Coggins Testing for equines, Herd Health Programs, and Veterinary Country/Farm Calls provide indispensable support to local agriculture.
Full-Service Pet Boarding: Secure and convenient Dog and Cat Boarding services are available, allowing pets to stay in a medical environment with familiar staff while owners travel.
Advanced In-House Diagnostics: Access to a dedicated Veterinary Laboratory for quick Lab Work turnaround, facilitating faster diagnosis and treatment planning.
Compassionate End-of-Life Services: The availability of on-site Veterinary Crematory Services and specialized Veterinary Hospice and Euthanasia Services ensures full, respectful care during the hardest times.
Highly Rated Primary Care: Long-time clients consistently laud Dr. Cooper as an "absolute amazing guy" who goes "above and beyond" with love and care for his patients.

### Contact Information

For scheduling an appointment for a farm call, small animal surgery, or to inquire about Dog and Cat Boarding, please reach out to the professional team:

Address: 1861 S 10th St, Independence, KS 67301, USA
Phone: (620) 331-6327
Mobile Phone: +1 620-331-6327

### What is Worth Choosing

Choosing Barta Animal Hospital means partnering with a mixed-animal practice that is deeply rooted in the Southeast Kansas community and equipped for nearly any animal health need. Its greatest strength lies in its comprehensive scope, combining expert Small Animal Surgery and advanced diagnostics with critical Large Animal services like Coggins Testing and Herd Health Programs. For Kansas families with various pets and livestock, the ability to receive consistent, compassionate, and technically proficient care under one roof—plus the added convenience of secure Pet Boarding Service—makes Barta Animal Hospital an invaluable and highly recommended local resource.

Barta Animal Hospital Services

Animal Hospital
Animal Doctor
Annual Exams
Annual Physical Examination
Blood Screening
Blood Test
Caring For Dogs
Coggins Testing
A Coggins test detects antibodies against equine infectious anemia virus (EIA). Once a horse becomes infected with EIA, the horse will have the virus for life. Infections are rare and incurable, as there currently is no available vaccine. Negative Coggins tests are required for health certificates.
Contagious Diseases
Day Care
Dog Training
Exotic & Pocket Pet Veterinary Services
We are happy to see all types of animals, whether they are covered in scales or fur! Regular wellness visits are critical in maintaining the health of your exotic pet. We also offer additional exotic pet services such as internal medicine, diagnostics, and more.
Farm Calls
For Dogs And Cats
Heartworm Preventative
Herd Health
Herd Health Programs
A herd exam is where our team examines an animal’s body condition, skin problems, lameness issues, and ectoparasite problems. Our team will look at lifestyle, pasture quality, nutrition, and other health factors.
Lab Testing
Lab Work
Large Animal
Large Animal Dental Float
Proper dental floating is required for good dental maintenance and care of your horses.
Large Animal Obstetrics
Obstetrical methods that are used within the veterinary medicine field differ greatly from those used in human medicine. Our team is here to help with breeding, gestation, and any other key areas. For more information on our obstetrical services, please give us a call.
Large Animal Semen Evaluation
The collection of semen is used for artificial insemination and evaluation of the quality/quantity being produced. Our team recommends collecting more than one sample to obtain the most accurate information possible. To learn more about our process for semen collection, please give us a call.
Laser Treatment
Medical And Surgical Services
Medicine And Surgery
Microchipping
A microchip is about the size and shape of a grain of rice and is placed underneath your pet’s skin between the shoulder blades. Microchip implantation takes only a few minutes and is very safe. Each microchip is unique and carries vital information about your pet.
Pain Management
Pet Pain Management
Experiencing pain can affect the body’s physical functioning and can have a detrimental effect on a patient’s well-being and state of mind. That’s why pain management is among our primary considerations when we are treating a pet for any medical condition.
Pet Parasite Prevention and Control
It’s easy to keep your pet protected from parasites like fleas, ticks, and heartworm, and we’re here to help! Fleas and ticks are not only a source of irritation to your pet, but they can also harbor disease and adversely affect your pet’s health.
Pet Vaccinations
Starting your pet on the right schedule early on is one of the keys to a long and healthy life. Vaccines are special proteins that prime the immune system to fight off specific infections. They work in two ways, reducing the severity of such diseases should they strike or preventing infection.
Preventive Health
Puppy and Kitten Care
Our veterinarians recommend that you set up your pet’s first visit with us soon after adoption. It’s essential to get your new pet set up with a good parasite and vaccination program as well as a thorough examination to assure your puppy or kitten is healthy and prepared to stay that way.
Routine And Orthopedic Surgeries
Routine Large Animal Veterinary Care
Like you, large animal’s health needs to be monitored annually. We offer routine wellness exams so that we can make sure your large animal is on the right track of health and so we can manage their ongoing care to achieve optimum health.
Senior Pet Care
Just as with people, cats and dogs need to see their doctors more often as they age. At Barta Animal Hospital, we recommend exams every six months for senior pets. Dogs and cats are considered seniors once they turn seven years old.
Small Animal Surgery
Surgical Monitoring
Surgical Procedures
Surgical Treatment
Veterinary Anesthesia
There are some situations where your pet will need general anesthesia or sedation while under our care (dental services, surgical procedures, some anxious or fearful patients for exams or to perform medical diagnostics).
Veterinary Country/Farm Calls
It can be difficult or is not always possible to bring your pet to our clinic. We’re proud to now offer our clients farm call visits so we can see your animals where they are most comfortable – at home! We offer on-farm visits.
Veterinary Crematory Services
When a pet’s life ends, either by natural causes or when his or her owner requests that we gently end suffering, we can offer our cremation services as a loving and cost-effective way to lay the pet to rest. We offer private cremation services, where the ashes are returned to the owner.
Veterinary Dental Care
Dentistry in veterinary medicine isn’t just about keeping your pet’s teeth white and mouth smelling good. Many of our pets suffer in silence from acute/chronic oral pain and systemic bacteria from periodontal disease, tooth fractures, tooth resorption, and many other oral conditions.
Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Our team and facilities are here to help you handle any urgent or emergency care during our regular business hours. If you are experiencing an emergency and need to bring your pet in as soon as possible, please give us a call so we can prepare for your arrival.
Veterinary Hospice and Euthanasia Services
Our team is always ready to listen and guide you. We offer hospice consultations and quality of life exams in which you and your family discuss all questions and concerns in detail with your veterinarian. Our team is passionate and committed to helping you through these situations in any way we can.
Veterinary Laboratory
One of the essential pieces of keeping your pet happy and healthy is blood tests. This in-house testing allows us to provide results to our clients at a quicker pace. If your pet needs any specialized testing, we will work with one of our partner laboratories to help you access the necessary tests.
Veterinary Laser Therapy
Laser therapy is a cutting-edge technique in veterinary medicine for managing many conditions, including chronic pain in pets. Class IV (cold) laser therapy is especially effective for treating pets that struggle with osteoarthritis pain whether or not they have orthopedic surgery.
Veterinary Nutritional Counseling
It’s easy to get confused or overwhelmed by all the pet foods on the market. We can help you weed through the choices and find a dog or cat food that will meet your pet’s specific nutritional needs. We even carry many nutritionally balanced, veterinary-approved brands in our clinic.
Veterinary Pharmacy
We have an extensive inventory of medications in addition to veterinary pharmaceutical products. If you need medication for your pet’s chronic condition or you need short-term medication to help your pet recover from surgery, illness, or injury, look no further!
Veterinary Radiology
Radiology (X-rays) is routinely used to provide valuable information about a pet’s bones, gastrointestinal tract (stomach, intestines, colon), respiratory tract (lungs), heart, and genitourinary system (bladder, prostate).
Veterinary Services
Veterinary Surgery
Our doctors perform a variety of soft tissue procedures, including spay/neuter, laceration repairs, tumor removals, gastrointestinal surgeries, ophthalmic surgeries, and bladder stone removals. Select orthopedic procedures such as amputations and femoral head osteotomies are also offered.
Veterinary Wellness Exams
During an annual physical exam, your veterinarian thoroughly examines your pet and discusses vaccinations and ongoing wellness. Just like you have regular wellness visits with your doctor, your pet must do the same. During these visits, our team will spend time examining your pet from nose to tail.

Pet Boarding Service
Dog and Cat Boarding
We offer boarding services for both dogs and cats. Leaving your pet behind while away on vacation can be stressful. However, boarding your pet with us means that they will be cared for by a highly skilled and compassionate veterinary team who will treat your pet as if it were their own.

Barta Animal Hospital Details

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Wheelchair accessible restroom

Amenities
Restroom

Planning
Appointments recommended

Barta Animal Hospital Photos

Barta Animal Hospital Location

Barta Animal Hospital

Kansas Montgomery County Independence South 10th Street

1861 S 10th St, Independence, KS 67301, USA

Barta Animal Hospital Reviews

An average rating of ★4.7 from 370 user reviews.

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I had a horrible experience at this vet office on 08-14-2025, Dr. Cooper was out of town and so I had a different veterinarian that didn’t offer her name. My cat cookie was having shallow breathing, my mother brought her in for me because I was working. I didn’t realize the life of my cat was in the hands of a fresh graduate. She was diagnosed with heart disease and fluid in her lungs, they initially thought it to be leukemia that can be combatted with a vaccine, until they called and asked the vet that gave her the shots that was listed on her collar, didn’t hesitate to tell me she thought she had cancer beforehand. She was 6 years old. I was told even if I paid for the 2k dollar surgery her chances of recovery were not good. So I made the hard decision of having her euthanized, still thinking this “vet” was an aide functioning as a go between for Dr cooper and this was his diagnosis. It took this girl 3 shots of the drugs that was supposed to be an all in one euthanization cocktail. What my cat experienced in her last moments I can only imagine. I felt her heart rate instead of slowing down speed up to over 200 bpm at which the vet had to pull her into the back room to give the third and final shot into her heart. I didn’t even get to be with my animal when she passed. Then I was supposed to be able to pick up her ashes Monday and whoops not ready, maybe tomorrow and lo and behold they aren’t ready. I now question whether this was a misdiagnosis. I will never return to this vet office ever again with another one of my beloved animals. Love you Cookie, I hope to see you again in the next life. I’m so sorry that this is how you met your end and how I had to say goodbye.
August 19 · Jacob Colby-Hanna
Dr. Cooper is an absolute amazing guy he has always went above and beyond to take care of all 3 of my English Bulldogs. I will never be able thank him enough for all the love and care he’s done to make sure my babies will be healthy. The staff is amazing as well. They will forever have my business.
January 23 · lexa turner
Dr.Cooper has always been great when our dogs get sick and with check ups and dental procedures!A big thank you for taking care of my fur babies! I’d recommend him every time!❤️🐶
August 20 · Kelsey Knowlton
Bedside manner is awful. If you are dealing with large animals, fine. If you are taking your fur-children here, go elsewhere. Independence Animal Hospital is much better. If you want a vet who doesn't give a rats ass about your dog or cat, go here. I don't know how people still go here.
July 14 · CremeFraiche69 RandyMarshLorde
Dr. Jessica Wilczek First met our dog Axel when he went into heart failure. The office was able to let us come last minute just before they closed. They were incredibly kind and helpful. We started him on the appropriate medications and his symptoms and quality of life improved! However, one day his heart was tired and I saw that he was uncomfortable. I called after hours and talked to Dr Wilczek, she was incredibly patient and understanding of my stress and concerns. She headed to the office to meet us there. Unfortunately our sweet Axel passed on our way there. I called her back to update her so she wasn’t waiting on me for no reason. She was able to talk me through that difficult time. She was gentle, respectful and CARING. I will always be grateful for her care and support.Thank you!
March 27 · Kelsey Lindesmith