By VetsCompared
About Veterinary Care in Missouri
Missouri's veterinary directory tracks 411 clinics, giving pet owners a broad evidence base and a strong state-wide picture of available care. Clinics are spread across most parts of Missouri, and the mix looks aimed mainly at everyday companion-animal care with some exotics support, although weekend access is notably limited for owners needing more flexible hours.
Top 3 clinics (current county ranking table)
| Clinic | Our Score | Verified | Published prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kersting Veterinary Hospital And Bird Medicine And Surgery | 50/100 | — | Yes |
| Gladstone Animal Clinic LLC: Rambo Andrew W DVM | 48/100 | — | — |
| New Melle Animal Hospital | 44/100 | — | — |
For pet owners, Missouri looks like a state where choice is generally good and backed by a deep review base, which makes it easier to compare clinics on consistent public feedback rather than relying only on word of mouth. The ranked comparison table above is a snapshot of how selected Missouri clinics compare on the available listing details. Overall, the picture points to a broad market centered on regular preventive care, common illnesses, and day-to-day companion-animal needs.
Geographically, clinics appear widely distributed across Missouri, so most households are likely to find local care without needing to travel into a major metro for every routine visit. In practical terms, choice is likely deeper around larger urban and suburban areas, where comparing several nearby practices is more realistic. Smaller cities and rural communities still look represented, but pet owners there may want to think ahead about backups, referrals, and how far they are willing to travel for second opinions or urgent appointments.
One clear limitation is trust and access detail rather than clinic volume. None of the ranked clinics currently carry a verified label, and that label refers to listing details being confirmed by a registered user, not a quality badge. Weekend and later-evening availability appear very thin in this snapshot, and listings do not identify dedicated emergency options. If after-hours help matters to you, ask your chosen clinic who handles urgent cases, whether there is an on-call arrangement, and how weekends and evenings are covered.
When choosing between Missouri vets, use ratings as a starting point rather than an answer by themselves. With such a large review base statewide, the most useful patterns are usually about communication, follow-up, appointment flow, and how staff handle anxious pets or complex cases. Then confirm the basics directly: species treated, same-day sick availability, surgery and dental scope, diagnostics on site, medication turnaround, and how records are shared if you need referral care.
The service mix also deserves a quick check. Missouri looks more routine-leaning than specialist-heavy, with some support for birds and other exotics rather than a dense spread of niche services. That should fit many dog and cat owners well, but exotic-pet owners or anyone managing a chronic, complicated condition should confirm species experience, equipment, and referral pathways before registering.
Top Vets in Missouri
Highly rated veterinary clinics across Missouri, ranked for transparency, quality and customer reviews
Our Score (50/100)
Kersting Veterinary Hospital And Bird Medicine And Surgery is a veterinary clinic in Chesterfield, Missouri, located at 132 Four Seasons Shopping Center, Chesterfield, MO 63017. The clinic treats dogs, cats, and exotics, with an emphasis...
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Our Score (48/100)
Gladstone Animal Clinic LLC is a veterinary clinic in Gladstone (Kansas City area), Missouri, located at 7915 N Oak Trafficway, Gladstone, MO 64118. The clinic treats dogs and cats. Online reviews show a high volume of feedback and an...
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Our Score (44/100)
New Melle Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in New Melle, Missouri, located at 3519 Hwy F, New Melle, MO 63365. It treats dogs, cats, and exotic pets. Client feedback commonly describes caring staff and veterinary care that includes...
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Our Score (43/100)
Lees Summit Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, located at 411 SW Market St. It is described in reviews as having caring, knowledgeable veterinarians and a friendly front-desk team. The clinic is noted for...
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Florissant Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic in Florissant, Missouri, located at 605 N Hwy 67. It treats dogs, cats, and exotics. Recent reviews commonly describe a friendly, professional staff and thorough visits with clear...
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