Cottonwood Animal Clinic

Cottonwood Animal Clinic Welcome to Cottonwood Animal Clinic where we look forward to helping you with your animals’ health But sometimes you have questions, and that’s where we fit in.

We understand that you care very much for your animals, and we want you to know that we look forward to partnering with you in this endeavor. You know that you and the people around you tend to function better when you eat well, take some time to exercise and reduce your risk of dangerous conditions, for instance you put on sunscreen when you are going to be exposed to the sun. You realize what yo

u need to do to take care of yourself, and you also want to do what you can to take care of your animals, too. When you have questions about a vaccination schedule for your pet or for your herd, we are here for you. When you have questions about the nutritional needs of any of your animals in their various stages of life, we are here for you. Even when you do the best you can, things happen. We want to partner with you in navigating those hard times with your animals in providing various treatment options and then supporting you the best we can through it all. Over the past four decades a few things at the clinic have changed. It has grown, a smaller percentage of the staff is actually family, and technology has greatly improved. The one thing that has not changed is that we still look forward to seeing you and your animals visiting us at the clinic.

06/18/2025

Last night's storms were pretty rough, and we sure hope everyone is doing ok. While we understand many people have pressing issues to attend to, we want to put out a little reminder that due to the holiday next week, we won't be getting in pet food next week.

Please take a moment and evaluate your pet food (and Rx meds) needs. If you will be needing to pick up food for your animals, please let us know by 12PM Noon on Thursday, June 26th at the very latest so we can get your order added for this week's shipment.

You can text us, but it would be best to call to talk to someone just to make sure we get your request in a timely manner. 620-442-8619

Cottonwood Animal Clinic was pleased to host Matalie Tipton, daughter of Kyle and Jamie Tipton, as our latest Vet For A ...
06/06/2025

Cottonwood Animal Clinic was pleased to host Matalie Tipton, daughter of Kyle and Jamie Tipton, as our latest Vet For A Day recently. She spent her time mostly between Dr. Carson and Dr. Tami. She got to see a variety of different procedures on small animals, and Dr. Tami spent time with her on how to do a new kitten wellness assessment on one of our staff member’s baby 🐱 kittens. Matie said that working with the kitten was the highlight of her day. 💜 💜

May 30 was Kim’s 5 year work anniversary! Here she is with her two fur babies, Charlie and Juniper. Congratulations!!!
06/05/2025

May 30 was Kim’s 5 year work anniversary! Here she is with her two fur babies, Charlie and Juniper. Congratulations!!!

It's no small task for 2 people to keep 40 puppy paws on the table! This litter of Golden Retrievers 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩷🩵🩵🩷 visited ...
06/04/2025

It's no small task for 2 people to keep 40 puppy paws on the table! This litter of Golden Retrievers 🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩵🩷🩵🩵🩷 visited the clinic today for their first puppy vaccinations, and Dr. Tami checked over each puppy...of course one at a time! 😁

As is typical for the breed, these Golden Retrievers seem to have a very sweet temperament and several of them offered puppy kisses. 🥰 There are a few who are still looking for their forever homes!

If you know someone interested in more information about the litter, please call or text the clinic at 620-442-8619 and we will give you the contact information.

06/02/2025

Cottonwood Animal Clinic will be open for walk-ins on Saturday, June 14th and Saturday June 28th. In general, it is a first come, first serve basis for our clients. We are taking new clients, but each new client will need to fully set up a new client account before being able reserve their spot in the Saturday line-up. It takes a little time to fill out new client / patient paperwork and then a little extra time for our staff to get it input into our system.

Regarding walk-in Saturdays, our goal is take as many appointments as we think we can do from 9-11AM. Some Saturdays we have more limited staff availability for small animal walk-ins than other Saturdays. Depending on staff availability and the types of cases that are arriving on a given Saturday morning, it may restrict the number patients we are able to see that day.

Olivia 🐀 visited us today for a nail trim.  She did very well, and she was very friendly.🐾 Did you know? Pet rats make w...
05/23/2025

Olivia 🐀 visited us today for a nail trim. She did very well, and she was very friendly.

🐾 Did you know? Pet rats make wonderful companions — especially in homes without cats! 🐀💜

They’re intelligent, social, and can form strong bonds with their humans. With the proper care and the right home, rats can make great pets!

Wishing Rylee, one of our receptionists, a very Happy Birthday today.
05/15/2025

Wishing Rylee, one of our receptionists, a very Happy Birthday today.

We want to wish CONGRATULATIONS to 3 of our staff members on their recent graduations! They have much to be proud for al...
05/12/2025

We want to wish CONGRATULATIONS to 3 of our staff members on their recent graduations! They have much to be proud for all of their hard work.

Jenna graduated from 🧡🖤 Cowley College 🖤🧡 with her Associate's Degree. She is one of our vet assistants, and has been working close to full-time plus going to school. At least for now, she plans to continue working 💪💪 full-time.

Luther graduated from 💜💛Ark City High School💛💜 . He has been an official staff member since he started high school, but he is very familiar with Cottonwood since his dad is Dr. Carson (he spent a good amount of his youth hanging around the clinic with his parents!). This fall, he plans to attend 💜🤍Kansas State University 🤍💜 .

Kayson graduated from 💜💛Ark City High School💛💜, and he is one of our newest employees working as a kennel assistant. He plans to attend 💜💛Butler Community College💛💜.

Help us find the right person to join our team! We are looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant who is pa...
05/08/2025

Help us find the right person to join our team! We are looking for a full-time Veterinary Technician/Assistant who is passionate about animal health and committed to supporting both pets and their owners with integrity and professionalism. This team member will play a key role in assisting veterinarians with medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and providing clear, compassionate communication to clients during times of need. Whether monitoring anesthesia, helping with patient treatment, or offering reassurance to concerned pet owners, the vet tech/vet assistant brings both clinical expertise and emotional support to every interaction, making a meaningful impact on the lives of animals and their families.

Key Responsibilities:
•Assist veterinarians during examinations, surgeries, and procedures
•Communicate clearly and kindly with pet owners
•Handle and restrain animals safely and compassionately
•Feed and care for animals as directed
•Collect and prepare laboratory samples (blood, urine, f***s, etc.)
•Administer medications, vaccines, and treatments as prescribed
•Monitor anesthesia and recovery of patients during and after surgery
•Perform routine diagnostic tests, radiographs, and dental cleanings
•Maintain accurate patient records and documentation
•Educate clients on pet care, nutrition, and medication instructions
•Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary work environment
•Support the veterinary team with additional tasks as needed

Qualifications:
•High school diploma or equivalent (required)
•Associates degree or certification in Veterinary Technology (preferred)
•Previous experience in animal care or veterinary setting (required)
•Handling animals of all sizes and temperaments
•Excellent communication and teamwork skills
•Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
•Must be able to lift up to 35lbs unassisted, and work on feet for extended periods
•Standing, walking, bending, and kneeling for extended periods
•Flexibility to work (some, not all) weekends, holidays, and varied shifts as needed

Why Join Us?
•Pay is commensurate with experience and relative education
•4-day work week
•Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
•Excellent team/work culture with a shared passion for animal care

How To Apply
Email your resume with a cover letter to: [email protected]

Candidates will be required to undergo a drug screening before employment begins.

Calling all CAT LOVERS, and our vet assistant, Elizabeth is at the FRONT of this line! Mila, is a Bambino momma cat that...
05/07/2025

Calling all CAT LOVERS, and our vet assistant, Elizabeth is at the FRONT of this line! Mila, is a Bambino momma cat that came to the clinic to visit today. Mila has a litter of kittens that are about 1 1/2 months old and some of them are still looking for homes.

Mila drew us in with her alluring blue eyes, isn't she gorgeous?? Check out the Naked & Not Afraid Cattery to see more pictures and they also have some dark grey hairless kitties, too!

Cottonwood Animal Clinic will be open for walk-ins THREE Saturdays in May! Remember that you can also check our Google b...
05/02/2025

Cottonwood Animal Clinic will be open for walk-ins THREE Saturdays in May! Remember that you can also check our Google business page for hours, too!

Address

7171 252nd Road, Cottonwood Animal Clinic
Arkansas City, KS
67005

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8am - 5:30pm
Friday 8am - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 11am

Telephone

+16204428619

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Cottonwood Animal Clinic is a family-owned small business in Arkansas City, KS since 1978. We offer services for small and large animal health care. We also have an online pharmacy to have items shipped directly to your door!