Southside Pet Hospital

4.6 (636 reviews)
457 KS-7, Olathe, KS 66061, USA

Hours

Monday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Wednesday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Thursday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM Sunday Closed

How to Save on Veterinary Costs at Southside Pet Hospital

Preventive care

Routine wellness exams can help identify health issues early, often before they become more serious or expensive to treat. Regular checkups are one of the most effective ways to manage long term veterinary costs.

Compare prescription pricing

Some pet medications prescribed at veterinary clinics may also be available through local or online pharmacies. It can be helpful to compare pricing when appropriate to reduce ongoing medication costs.

Consider pet insurance

Pet insurance may help cover a portion of eligible veterinary expenses depending on the plan, including accidents, illnesses, and in some cases preventive care. Coverage details, reimbursement levels, and deductibles vary by provider.

Why Pet Insurance Information Appears on This Page

Looking for information about Southside Pet Hospital? This page also includes pet insurance resources to help pet parents understand how to prepare for unexpected veterinary expenses.

Veterinary care costs can vary widely depending on the type of visit, treatment, or emergency. Many pet parents explore pet insurance before they need it so they are better prepared when unexpected situations arise.

How to Choose a Pet Insurance Provider

Pet Insurance Review helps pet parents compare insurance providers using verified customer reviews and real-world experiences. Our tools make it easier to evaluate providers based on claims experience, service quality, and overall satisfaction.

We have collected more than 220,000 reviews from pet parents, creating one of the largest independent databases of pet insurance feedback available.

How rankings are determined

Unexpected veterinary expenses can happen at any clinic. The providers below are ranked using verified reviews submitted by real pet parents through Pet Insurance Review. Results reflect overall satisfaction, claims experience, and value based on real world feedback. Rankings are updated regularly as new reviews are submitted.

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Rating Provider Total Review
4.7 Adoro 11
4.5 AKC 1,798
4.4 ASPCA 12,179
4.9 Embrace 19,906
4.9 Fetch 5,687
4.1 Figo 2,852
4.4 Hartville 182
4.9 Healthy Paws 11,255
4.8 Lemonade 831
4.6 ManyPets 2,414
4.7 MetLife 10,319
4.8 Nationwide 25,424
3.9 Pet Assure 15
4.3 PetPartners 121
4.9 Pets Best 15,131
4.8 Prudent Pet 2,807
4.7 Pumpkin 3,384
4.6 Spot 11,329
4.9 Trupanion 55,033

Compare Pet Insurance Plans

You can compare coverage options from multiple providers to find a plan that fits your budget and your pet’s healthcare needs.


Getting to Know Your Veterinarian

Choosing a veterinarian is an important decision for pet parents. A strong vet relationship is built on trust, communication, and understanding your pet’s individual needs.

Experience

Ask whether the clinic has experience treating your specific type of pet, since care can vary between dogs, cats, and pocket pets.

Emergency Care Procedures

It’s helpful to understand how the clinic handles after-hours emergencies, including whether they provide emergency services or refer to nearby emergency hospitals.

Communication Preferences

Ask how the clinic communicates with pet parents, including updates, test results, and follow up questions.

Breed Specific Health Considerations

Some breeds may be more prone to certain health conditions. Early awareness can help with prevention and early treatment.

Facility Tour

If available, touring the clinic can help you and your pet feel more comfortable before the first visit.


Final Note

Pet care decisions often involve both medical and financial considerations. Having access to trusted veterinary information alongside pet insurance comparisons can help pet parents feel more confident when planning for their pet’s health and wellbeing.

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Reviews from Google

4.6

636 reviews

My dogs Noah and Joey have been coming to SouthSide since they were puppies 2 1/2 years ago. The front staff, vet techs, and veterinarians have always been spectacular. I’ve referred friends to come here because I’m always left satisfied with the experience. Special shout-out to Dr. Winkley she is the sweetest person ever and she always goes over and beyond for her patients and pet parents. Highly recommend you see her and come to Southside.

May 9, 2023

Before you go here, check Yelp. They used to be locally owned with Dr. Schieffer was the reason people loved this place. Southside was bought out as is happening with many other local vets. The high average was earned by the prior vet/owner. I had two vet sick cats while I was away on vacation. One went to our regular vet, was treated and got better. The second I took here because my regular vet was out of town. They took my cat "to the back" for a blood draw. I realized my other cat, who had recovered, had the exact same symptoms. I asked Dr. P if she thought the same treatment would be appropriate. She said they don't use the same medicines my other cat has received, that it was outdated protocol. She recommended a parasitic. My cats are indoors, but you never know. I asked again whether a similar protocol wouldn't be better since it got results.She said, "if you want to do what your other vet did, why don't you go back there?" I was already there with my ill cat and had done a blood draw. The parasite treatment didn't work. I went back to my regular vet and she did recover. I appreciate not wanting to over medicate perhaps that was the intent I'd like to be offered test result copies without having to remember to ask.

Aug 16, 2023

Dr. Winkley saw my one year old GSD Zuri for annual vaccinations. I brought my dog trainer along and Dr. Winkley was happy to allow us to practice different mock scenarios in addition to the vaccine. We did a mock blood draw and a mock temperature check, plus oral exam and abdominal check. I really appreciate her willingness to spend extra time with us so I could build my confidence handling my dog in these situations!

May 15, 2023

Dr. Calla Reilly was funny and personable and took great care of my two kitties for their appointment. She was also very knowledgeable and we can't wait to see her again for our booster appointment. Thank you for everything you do Dr. Reilly!

Apr 6, 2023

I previously left a 5 star review for this vet, but today I am having the euthanize my dog of almost 10 years because they failed to diagnose his cancer. Cancer we have been taking him to search for over the last 2 years, and several thousand dollars later. They tested and retested and found nothing. Preformed and reperformed scans, but failed us. It took Blue Pearl about 30 mins to find the cancerous mass in his neck. He has been suffering for two years. We have been searching for answers with this vet, trusting in this vet, but they aren't who they used to be. I do not know how they missed it. They really let us down. And they really really let Chip down. My review went from always recommending them, to always warning people of their negligence. Never go here. Go to Blue Pearl.

Aug 16, 2023