Barta Animal Hospital
Independence, KS
At a glance
- Facility type
- Veterinary Practice
- Practice tier
- General
- Clinic type
- Standalone
- Operating status
- Operational
- Appointment model
- Appointment
- 24/7 care
- No
- Accepting new patients
- Unknown
Species treated
Services
Amenities & accessibility
Overview
Barta Animal Hospital provides high-quality veterinary medical care services in SE Kansas for pets of all sizes
Dr. Richard Barta opened Barta Animal Hospital in January 1973 in a former automotive repair shop that he had remodeled. He built a new clinic in 1997. Dr. Barta grew his clinic from one doctor and two staff into today's practice, which is now three doctors and eight staff. The Pet Shop, next door to the clinic, was opened in the late 1980s. An attraction at Dr. Barta's clinic was his beloved pet monkey, Gizmo, who accompanied him to work every day for 26 years. Dr. Barta was a life member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and the Kansas Veterinary Medical Association, served on various boards, and received the K.V.M.A. President's Award in 2006 and Distinguished Service Award in 2012. He passed away on January 12, 2021
Care capabilities
- Emergency
- Er Daytime
- End-of-life care
- In Clinic
Team at a glance
Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.
Technology & equipment
Services in detail
Appointments & hours
Monday - Friday: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM, Saturday: 8 AM - 12 PM, Sunday: Closed
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Frequently asked
Does Barta Animal Hospital offer emergency or urgent care?+
Barta Animal Hospital provides daytime emergency care.
Does Barta Animal Hospital treat exotic pets?+
Yes — Barta Animal Hospital offers care for exotic pets in addition to small animals.
What services does Barta Animal Hospital offer?+
Barta Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Spay Neuter, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, and more.
When was Barta Animal Hospital established?+
Barta Animal Hospital has served the Independence, KS community since 1973.
What reviewers say
Barta Animal Hospital in Independence is widely regarded for its compassionate veterinary team, knowledgeable doctors, and thorough explanations of pet care. The practice accommodates urgent appointments, handles emergency cases effectively, and provides dedicated end-of-life support, including personalized memorial keepsakes. The staff is consistently described as kind, patient, and welcoming with various species, from dogs and cats to farm animals and exotics. While the facility is well-maintained and clean, visitor experiences occasionally note challenges regarding wait times, communication surrounding billing, and differing perspectives from specific veterinarians on duty.
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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.