Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Comprehensive Veterinary Care in Topeka, KS
Gage Animal Hospital has been a trusted leader in small animal healthcare since 1950, serving Northeast Kansas with unwavering commitment to excellence. Our team of skilled veterinarians and staff deliver comprehensive services ranging from wellness exams and vaccinations to advanced diagnostics and complex surgical procedures. Rooted in the foundational values of knowledge, skill, and integrity established by founder Dr. J. Alan Bradbury, we prioritize compassionate care while embracing modern veterinary advancements. With over seven decades of experience, we emphasize preventive care as the cornerstone of animal health, supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans.Our dedication to client education and transparent communication ensures pet owners are empowered to make informed decisions about their pets' well-being. From emergency care to specialized services like dentistry and boarding, we maintain rigorous standards in anesthesia protocols, pain management, and post-operative follow-up. Recognized as a National Heritage Practice by the American Veterinary Historical Society, our legacy combines tradition with innovation to serve both pets and their human families.
Services
Canine Services
Feline Services
Emergency Care
Dentistry
Boarding
Wildlife Support
Surgical Procedures
Diagnostic Imaging
Grooming
Vaccinations
Details
- Year established: 1950
Highlights and features
- 70+ years of veterinary expertise in Northeast Kansas
- Advanced diagnostics including digital radiography and ultrasound
- 24/7 emergency care with referral partnerships for specialty cases
- Comprehensive preventive care programs for lifelong pet health
- Board-certified radiology consultations for complex imaging needs
Associations and certifications
- American Veterinary Historical Society National Heritage Practice
Services
Canine Services
Gage Animal Hospital provides comprehensive canine healthcare from routine wellness exams to complex surgical interventions. Our preventive care programs include age-appropriate vaccinations, parasite prevention, and nutritional counseling tailored to each dog's lifestyle. Advanced diagnostic capabilities encompass laboratory testing, digital radiography, and ultrasound for precise treatment planning. Surgical services range from routine spays/neuters to orthopedic procedures like ACL repairs, performed with modern anesthetic monitoring and post-operative pain management. We emphasize early disease detection through annual lab work and specialized dermatological evaluations.
Feline Services
Our feline healthcare services combine preventive medicine with specialized treatment protocols for cats at all life stages. Wellness exams include comprehensive physical assessments and vaccination programs following AAHA guidelines. Diagnostic capabilities include in-house lab testing and advanced imaging for conditions like kidney disease and respiratory ailments. Surgical offerings cover routine procedures and complex orthopedic cases, with tailored anesthetic protocols for feline patients. We provide specialized dental care using digital radiography and offer boarding services in a stress-reduced environment with Feliway pheromone diffusion.
Emergency Care
Emergency services operate during regular business hours with critical care triage capabilities for pets experiencing trauma, poisoning, or acute illness. Our team performs immediate stabilization with IV fluids, oxygen therapy, and pain management while developing diagnostic plans involving imaging and lab work. After-hours emergencies are referred to partner facilities while maintaining continuity of care. We handle life-threatening situations like respiratory distress and cardiac arrest with CPR protocols, supported by continuous monitoring equipment and rapid access to specialist consultations.
Dentistry
Comprehensive dental care addresses periodontal disease prevention and treatment through professional cleanings under general anesthesia. Our services include digital dental radiography for root-level assessment, tooth extractions, and oral surgery for conditions like fractured teeth. Preventive programs emphasize home care education and diet recommendations to maintain dental health. We treat advanced cases involving oral tumors and jaw fractures, with post-operative care including pain management and follow-up evaluations to ensure proper healing.
Boarding
Our boarding facilities provide secure, climate-controlled accommodations for dogs and cats under veterinary supervision. Canine guests enjoy outdoor play areas while feline boarders stay in a dedicated ward with elevated beds and hiding spaces. We administer medications as needed and monitor food/water intake to maintain health during stays. Emergency medical care is immediately available through our veterinary team, with pre-boarding health assessments ensuring all guests meet vaccination and wellness requirements. Special anxiety-reduction protocols include pheromone therapy and sedation when necessary.
People
Dr. J. Alan Bradbury
Founder
Established Gage Animal Hospital in 1950 after graduating from Kansas State University and serving in the Army Veterinary Corps during WWII. Pioneered small animal care in Topeka with a focus on compassionate, community-centered veterinary medicine.
Dr. Robert Shipman
Medical Director
Joined GAH in 1977, became owner in 1986, and relocated the hospital to its current facility in 1994. Maintained the hospital's heritage status while integrating modern veterinary technologies and expanding specialty services.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We provide emergency care during regular business hours. After hours, we partner with Emergency Animal Clinic of Topeka and BluePearl Specialty Hospital for 24/7 urgent care needs.
Do you offer boarding services?
Yes, we provide supervised boarding for dogs and cats with medical monitoring, medication administration, and anxiety-reduction protocols in a climate-controlled environment.
What preventive care services are available?
Our preventive programs include wellness exams, vaccinations following AAHA guidelines, parasite prevention, dental cleanings, and age-specific lab testing for early disease detection.
Can you handle specialized surgical procedures?
We perform routine and complex surgeries including orthopedic procedures. For highly specialized cases, we refer to BluePearl Specialty Hospital while maintaining primary care coordination.
What wildlife services do you provide?
We treat injured/orphaned wildlife (excluding rabies vectors) in partnership with Northeast Kansas Wildlife Rescue, offering medical care and rehabilitation services at no cost to the public.
How do you manage pet dental health?
Our dental services include comprehensive oral assessments, digital radiography, professional cleanings under anesthesia, extractions, and home care guidance to prevent periodontal disease.
Reviews (6)
Breezy Perez
May 10, 2022
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I went there for the first time today as my normal vet wasn't available. They was kind. Called and told me what was going on with my furnace. Really nice. Thank you.
Tyler Schrock Ecoscape
Apr 25, 2022
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Vet communicated everything to me, gave me options of medications, even gave me some promo perks, great experience. They won a customer for life. I'll have all my pets treated here.
Tommy Green
Jan 26, 2022
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Told me to just leave my very sick dog that can't stand on his own on the curb, they'd come get him because of covid. Really compassionate. I'm sure my already scared dog wouldn't mind that at all.
Barbara Leaper
Aug 15, 2021
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I brought my Beautiful Stella here and they were very professional as well as treating us just like family. I can't thank the staff enough for their caring treatment for not only Stella but the way they treated me like family as well. I highly recommend them from Experience
Erin Guerrero
Jul 07, 2021
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I moved out of Kansas, and have been to a couple other vet offices since. I can't find one as good as Gage. All of the staff there genuinely cares. The office itself is clean, big, and pretty. I miss Gage Animal Hospital! 10/10 recommend.
Kenny Castro
Jun 27, 2020
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My pregnant dog didn't have puppies for a while after birthing 3 pups. So I took her to this place and they said she needed a c section because her placenta has detached from the puppies. (All he did was feel her stomach and FYI each puppy has their own placenta. So idk how he knew) he wanted $1500 upfront and I couldn't do full price so he denied the c section and said the puppies will be stillborn if I didn't do it.
So we took her home and she ended up having 7 more healthy puppies. I'm glad I didn't have the money so that he could do a unneeded procedure. If I could give no stars I would have. Do not bring your pregnant dog here for anything. All they want is money
So we took her home and she ended up having 7 more healthy puppies. I'm glad I didn't have the money so that he could do a unneeded procedure. If I could give no stars I would have. Do not bring your pregnant dog here for anything. All they want is money
