Kirkwood Animal Hospital

Kirkwood, MO

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

Small Animal Companion

Services

General Practice Wellness Vaccination Surgery Dentistry Imaging In House Lab Pharmacy Hospitalization End Of Life Boarding

Amenities & accessibility

Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lotWheelchair accessible restroom

Overview

Kirkwood Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility located in Kirkwood, MO, and surrounding areas since 1971. It is dedicated to excellence in Medicine, Surgery & Service in companion animal medicine

Dr. Bendick founded Kirkwood Animal Hospital in 1971 and remained the owner until his passing in October 2018. He poured his heart and soul into this practice, staying active in its management until the very end. It was his desire that we, the doctors and staff, continue to serve you, our clients, and our community. The practice continues to be family run by his four children Matt, Brian, Katy, and Elizabeth (Lizzy)

Mission — Kirkwood Animal Hospital is dedicated to providing the best veterinary medical care to our patients and the best counsel and service to their owners

Team at a glance

7
Veterinarians (DVM)

Individual names, titles & bios are in the practice intelligence layer below.

Technology & equipment

Digital radiologyDigital dental radiologyUltrasoundLaser surgeryCryosurgeryLaser therapyIn-house laboratory equipmentPetDesk app

Services in detail

Laboratory testingDigital radiologyDigital dental radiologyDentistryUltrasoundAnesthesia & surgeryLaser surgeryCryosurgeryLaser therapyPrescription dietsPet pain controlVeterinary pharmacy
Show all 13 services
RX Diet

Appointments & hours

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Monday-Thursday : 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Friday : 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday : 7:00 AM – 1:00 PM Sunday : Closed

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Frequently asked

Is Kirkwood Animal Hospital accepting new patients?+

Yes — Kirkwood Animal Hospital is currently accepting new patients.

What services does Kirkwood Animal Hospital offer?+

Kirkwood Animal Hospital offers General Practice, Wellness, Vaccination, Surgery, Dentistry, Imaging, In House Lab, Pharmacy, and more.

When was Kirkwood Animal Hospital established?+

Kirkwood Animal Hospital has served the Kirkwood, MO community since 1971.

What reviewers say

90% Positive sentiment
based on 709 reviews

This established veterinary practice offers compassionate, knowledgeable medical care delivered by a highly skilled team of veterinarians and support staff. The facility features clean, well-maintained spaces with separate waiting areas and entrances for cats and dogs to reduce pet anxiety. Services range from routine wellness exams and thorough diagnostics to surgical procedures and end-of-life care, supported by proactive follow-up communications. While most visitors experience prompt appointments and thoughtful attention, occasional scheduling friction and variable pricing perceptions are noted.

Frequently praised for

Compassionate StaffKnowledgeable VetsThorough ExplanationsShort WaitEasy SchedulingClean FacilityGood With Anxious PetsGreat Emergency Response

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Data as of July 2026. VetPulse aggregates public-record and licensing data; it does not represent the practice directly.