Business Details
Your Trusted St. Louis Veterinarian for Comprehensive Pet Care
At Kind Veterinary Care, we are dedicated to providing exceptional wellness and preventative care for pets in St. Louis and the surrounding areas. Our team of experienced veterinarians and staff is committed to delivering comprehensive medical services tailored to every stage of a pet's life. With state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care, we treat pets as cherished family members and strive to enhance their quality of life. We emphasize client education, preventive health strategies, and advanced treatments to address conditions like dental disease, behavioral issues, and chronic illnesses.Our values of kindness, integrity, and dedication guide every interaction, ensuring a welcoming environment for pets and their owners. We serve communities across the Greater St. Louis area, including Des Peres, Chesterfield, Kirkwood, and more. With specialized expertise in surgery, diagnostics, and senior pet care, we aim to improve both the happiness and longevity of every animal entrusted to us.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Dental Care
Diagnostics
Surgery
Behavioral Services
Nutrition Plans
Senior Pet Care
Pediatrics
Dermatology
Highlights and features
- We specialize in fear-free techniques and client education for pet comfort.
- Our clinic provides cutting-edge diagnostics and digital x-ray technology.
- Experienced team offers expertise in surgery, dentistry, and senior pet care.
- Comprehensive behavioral consultation services for anxiety and aggression issues.
- Personalized nutrition and exercise plans tailored to your pet's needs.
What people say
Compassionate and knowledgeable staff
Thorough and patient explanations
Comfortable facility for pets
Effective treatment for senior pets
Personalized care approach
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams cover nose-to-tail evaluations for pets of all ages. Services include ear, eye, dental, cardiovascular, and musculoskeletal assessments to detect early health concerns. We provide tailored recommendations for nutrition, weight management, and preventive care based on each pet's unique needs.
Dental Care
Dental services address periodontal disease prevention, teeth cleaning, and oral surgery. Digital x-rays identify subgingival issues while our team manages conditions like tooth abscesses and extractions. Regular evaluations help prevent systemic diseases linked to poor oral health in pets.
Diagnostics
We offer complete blood work, urinalysis, fecal testing, and diagnostic imaging. Services include thyroid screening, serum bile acid tests, and antibody/antigen testing for conditions like heartworm and Lyme disease. Advanced diagnostics support accurate treatment planning.
Surgery
Our surgical capabilities include spays, neuters, mass removals, and foreign body extractions. Patients receive pre-anesthetic exams and continuous monitoring during procedures. We follow gold-standard protocols for pain management and postoperative care to ensure safe recoveries.
Behavioral Services
We address aggression, anxiety, and separation issues through consultation and treatment plans. Services include environmental enrichment strategies, supplement protocols, and medication management to improve behavioral health and strengthen pet-owner relationships.
People
Dr. Alicia Marquart
Managing Veterinarian
Dr. Marquart specializes in fear-free techniques and client education. With experience since 2014, she focuses on nutrition, neurology, and surgery. She graduated from Mizzou and values collaborative pet care approaches.
Dr. Kim Fahnestock
Veterinarian
Dr. Fahnestock has practiced since 2013 with interests in preventive medicine and exotics. She emphasizes the human-animal bond and provides compassionate care for pets and their owners in the St. Louis community.
Dr. Andrea Bauer
Veterinarian
Dr. Bauer specializes in small animal preventative care and dentistry. Since graduating from LSU in 2014, she has served St. Louis pets with expertise in surgical procedures and chronic condition management.
Cyndi C.
Practice Manager
Cyndi oversees operations at our Telegraph location with 10+ years of veterinary management experience. She ensures smooth clinic workflows and coordinates team training initiatives for patient care excellence.
Dr. Stacey K.
Practice Manager
Dr. K manages our Des Peres facility with clinical and administrative expertise. She bridges operational strategy with hands-on patient care to maintain high service standards across all Kind Veterinary Care locations.
Questions
What services does Kind Veterinary Care offer?
We provide wellness exams, vaccinations, diagnostics, surgery, dental care, nutrition counseling, behavioral consultations, and senior pet care using advanced diagnostic tools.
How can I schedule an appointment?
Use our online scheduling system or contact any of our Greater St. Louis locations directly for same-day or regular appointments with our veterinary team.
Do you handle emergency situations?
While we prioritize same-day appointments for urgent cases, our St. Louis clinic recommends contacting local 24-hour emergency facilities for overnight or critical care needs.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept major credit cards, cash, and CareCredit financing. Payment options may vary by location, so please confirm with your preferred St. Louis clinic branch.
Are there specialized services for senior pets?
Yes, we offer cold laser therapy, acupuncture, and annual blood tests tailored for senior pets. Our wellness plans address age-related conditions through preventive healthcare strategies.
Can you help with pet behavior issues?
Our behavioral consultations address aggression, anxiety, and separation issues using customized treatment plans that may include supplements, environmental enrichment, or specialist referrals.
