Mixed Animal Veterinarian Independence, KS
Small Animal Services
Wellness & Medical Cases
Wellness vaccines & examinations
Puppies and kittens need at least 3 rounds of vaccinations and dewormed to be completely protected.
All dogs and cats should be vaccinated and examined annually. At the appointment risk based vaccines and preventatives are also discussed. Microchips are another option that is offered as a part of wellness and preventative care.
Heartworm, flea and tick preventatives can be dispensed at the time of the appointment and mailed or dropped off for refills.
Medical Examination
Just like humans, pets get sick and injured too. Coughing; vomiting; diarrhea; lethargy; skin infections; allergies; diabetes; eye issues, endocrine conditions and more can be addressed with an individualized exam and health care plan.
If needed, blood pressure and oxygenation, eye stains and more can even be checked on site!
Diagnostics - Lab Work, Radiographs & Ultrasound
We are so happy to offer complete bloodwork, urinalysis, raand ultrasounds!
Bloodwork results are same day for most panels and ultrasounds are done on site! Specific labwork such as progresterone testing for breeding; fructosamine for diabetic patients; thyroid hormone levels; and phenobarbital levels are all offered in house with results same day!
Urine can be evaluated same day for many things such as urinary tract infections, urinary sediment or stones, kidney function, ketones and more.
Emergency Care & Euthanasia
Accidents and emergencies happen! We are happy to help with lacerations, medical emergencies and stabilization. IV fluids, pain control, minor laceration repair, inducing vomiting to avoid toxicity, and more are all offered.
Compassionate euthanasia can be a hard choice. We are happy to help guide your decision and make the process as smooth and peaceful as possible.
Surgical & Dental Procedures
Soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries, as well as dental procedures, are done at our surgical suite for small animals.
Take a look at our surgery tab for more information on what makes our surgeries special and what our standards are.
We are happy to practice fear free techniques and communication to make you and your pets comfortable, confident, and relaxed.
Equine Services
Wellness Vaccinations, Coggins & Deworming
All equids should be vaccinated annually, ideally in the spring. At this time deworming protocols can be discussed and teeth checked. Coggins are offered as well as regular and extended equine health certificates.
Equine Dentistry
"Floating" is the term used for leveling off sharp points or waves in equine teeth that are created due to uneven wear.
Younger equids should be examined to ensure that deciduous teeth or "caps" have been lost.
Older horses should be examined annually or semi-annually for dental issues that can lead to discomfort, problems eating, choke or colic.
Medical Examinations, Radiographs & Ultrasounds
Common non urgent issues that horses face often involve respiratory conditions, metabolic conditions, body condition concerns, and lameness. We are able to run many equine laboratory assays in house for same day results. Pre purchase examinations are also often a part of equine sales agreements. Ultrasounds are often done to assess reproductive or pregnancy status.
Equine Castration
Equine castration is commonly done as a field surgery. At this time wolf teeth can be extracted as well. First, the horse will need to be 1-2 years old and both testicles descended into the scrotum.
Equine Emergencies
Lacerations, Colic, Eye injuries, dystocia, and acute lamenesses are just a few of the many urgent issues horses and other equids can face. Dr. Mueller has experience in equine colic, wound care/treatment and ophthalmology care.
Bovine, Small Ruminant & Swine Services
Herd Work Vaccinations & Pregnancy Detection
In todays time and economics flexibility is key! We offer the following options for established livestock clients
Consultation:
After a farm consultation for product purchase if the producer prefers to do their own herd work.
Hybrid: Producers can consult and then purchase/administer their own vaccinations (other than brucellosis or "bangs"). But would like to have us do pregnancy testing, castrations, pelvic measuring, or any other services.
Full Service: All services provided
Medical Examinaations
Medical problems such as poor condition, conception issues, lameness, skin infections, parasites, eye infections, and respiratory disease, are all common problems. Treatment can be started same day in most cases. If needed, diagnostic testing can be completed by in house laboratory work or sending off to a diagnostic lab if necessary.
Bovine, Swine & Small Ruminant Emergencies
Dystocia, bloat, downed cows, sick claves/kids/lambs are all urgent care cases that should be seen as soon as possible for the best outcome.
Bovine Breeding Soundness Exams
Breeding soundness exams are a vital part of ensuring reproductive success and are a mainstay in the sale of breeding bulls. Comprehensive exams including a physical assessment; collection of semen, motility and morphology evaluation are all completed and documented.
Caprine Disbudding
Disbudding of goat kids should occur in the first 3-10 days of life depending on breed/size.
Bovine Podiatry
Our portable tilt hydraulic chute is used to safely and effectively do foot trims, and address lameness of the foot and lower limb for cattle.