Abilene Animal Hospital PA
Abilene, KS
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Both
- 24/7 care
- No
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
From the family pet to the family farm, we're your other family doctor
Abilene Animal Hospital was initially founded as a single doctor, large animal practice. Over the years it has become a thriving multi-doctor, mixed animal practice. Each of our veterinarians have a special interest area including swine herd health management, equine reproduction, dental health, orthopedic surgery, canine reproductive technology, feline medicine, surgery, and physical therapy. The Abilene Animal Hospital, PA was founded in 1946 by Dr. Frank W. Jordan. Dr. Jordan was a Beloit native who received his degree in veterinary medicine in 1939 from Kansas State University. He spent 1 year as a professor in the veterinary science department at Mississippi State College and then entered the United States Army in 1940. After his discharge from the service in 1945 he returned to Abilene where he owned and operated the Abilene Animal Hospital until his retirement in 1975. Dr. Jordan was president of the Kansas Veterinary Medical Association in 1955, Kansas Veterinarian of the Year in 1960, and received the KVMA Distinguished Service Award in 1972. Dr. Jordan was also well known for his community activities and philanthropic support of Kansas State University as well as local charities. Dr. Frank R. Jordan received his degree in veterinary medicine from Kansas State University in 1964 and then joined the United States Air Force. After his discharge in 1966 he returned to Abilene to join in practice with his father. He became a partner in the practice with Dr. Mike Whitehair in 1975 upon his father's retirement. Dr. Jordan retired from practice in January 2003 and was named Kansas Veterinarian of the year that same year. He passed away in 2016 and is missed sincerely by the veterinary community
Mission — We at Abilene Animal Hospital, as a diversified veterinary practice, are dedicated to: Always providing efficient, high-quality veterinary care Continually surpassing our clients' expectation of service Communicating as a team to complete our vision
Care capabilities
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
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Memberships
Appointments & hours
Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 5:30 pm; Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm; Sunday Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Abilene Animal Hospital PA accepting new patients?+
Yes — Abilene Animal Hospital PA is currently accepting new patients.
What services does Abilene Animal Hospital PA offer?+
Abilene Animal Hospital PA offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Abilene Animal Hospital PA established?+
Abilene Animal Hospital PA has served the Abilene, KS community since 1946.
What reviewers say
Abilene Animal Hospital PA is an independent veterinary practice offering comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care for small animals and pets. The facility is recognized for its clean environment and an accommodating team that provides prompt attention during urgent situations and travel emergencies. The veterinary staff is widely regarded as compassionate, thorough, and highly knowledgeable, offering clear explanations and attentive follow-up care. Clients benefit from convenient appointment scheduling, text messaging reminders, and an online patient pharmacy, making routine and specialized visits efficient and reassuring.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.