Bluestem Animal Clinic
El Dorado, KS
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Bluestem Animal Clinic provides full-service veterinary care for dogs, cats, and select pocket pets in El Dorado, Kansas. Since 1978, our clinic has helped pets across Butler County with wellness care, diagnostics, surgery, urgent care, boarding, and compassionate support delivered with small-town warmth
Bluestem Animal Clinic has been part of the El Dorado community since 1978. Our practice was established by Dr. Jay Hedrick and later purchased by Bret Koontz, DVM, in 2003. Dr. Bret’s connection to the clinic runs deep—before becoming owner, he worked here as a veterinary assistant while attending Butler Community College
Mission — Our goal is to make each visit feel welcoming, informative, and tailored to your pet’s needs
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Urgent Care Only
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
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Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM, Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Is Bluestem Animal Clinic accepting new patients?+
Yes — Bluestem Animal Clinic is currently accepting new patients.
Does Bluestem Animal Clinic offer emergency or urgent care?+
Bluestem Animal Clinic offers urgent care appointments most days of the week (not a 24/7 ER).
What services does Bluestem Animal Clinic offer?+
Bluestem Animal Clinic offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.
When was Bluestem Animal Clinic established?+
Bluestem Animal Clinic has served the El Dorado, KS community since 1978.
What reviewers say
Bluestem Animal Clinic is widely regarded as a compassionate, thorough, and highly competent veterinary practice. The professional team provides exceptional care for both routine and emergency needs, maintaining a clean facility equipped with modern in-house diagnostic tools. Pets, including anxious animals, receive gentle and patient handling, and clear communication ensures clients remain well-informed about treatments and post-operative care. In addition to medical services, the clinic offers reliable boarding options that provide peace of mind to pet owners.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.