It's getting spooky at Apple Lane 💀! We promise not to make you wait as long as this guy, as our doctors are working as fast as they can to see your furry family members in a timely manner. And remember, when you arrive at the clinic you can call 662-0515 and you will keep your place in line so our lobby doesn't get over filled, and we keep all of our pets safe. Also, be sure to come see us Thursday, Oct 30th, at the Prairie Hills Nursery Trunk or Treat from 6-8. 👻😸
10/21/2025
Apple Lane Animal Hospital has a New online pet portal!! 🙌😺
-The online pet portal allows you to have quick and easy access to see upcoming appointments, upcoming reminders and lets you request refills for prescriptions.
-In addition, you have the ability to schedule appointments online through the pet portal. Utilizing our online scheduling allows you to schedule your pet(s) next visit with us no matter the time of day.
⭐️If you would like to receive SMS (TEXT) messages regarding important health reminders about your pet(s) please access your Pet Portal and opt in SMS (TEXT) message. ⭐️
It's a great day to celebrate National Boss Day and we think we have the best! Thank you to Dr. Miller for everything you do.
10/20/2025
We've got some very exciting news! 🔥🔥 It's time to unveil our newest arrival. Bravecto Quantum, the once-a-year flea and tick prevention injection, is now available at Apple Lane Animal Hospital. 🍎 Never miss a monthly pill, or messy topical again. With just a single annual injection, your canine family member will now be protected against fleas and ticks throughout the year. 💉🐕 Why should you choose Bravecto Quantum?
1. 1-year of non-stop protection.
2. Quick acting effectiveness
3. Shields against flea infestations and tick-related illnesses
4. Great for dogs that are averse to oral or topical treatments
5. One less thing for you to remember each and every month.
Call Apple Lane Animal Hospital 620-662-0515 and keep your precious pups protected all year round.
10/14/2025
Happy National Veterinary Technician Week! 🐱🐶 🐾 Thank you to all the Veterinary Technicians out there for your commitment to compassionate, high-quality veterinary care for all animals. We want to especially thank our own great technicians here at Apple Lane Animal Hospital, Alison Pierce and our newest RVT Tarynn Haag. We are so happy to have such great technicians taking care of all our client's pets!
10/13/2025
After a couple of months getting comfortable on the job, it's time to formerly introduce Dr. Logan Druecker to Apple Lane Animal Hospital. We are so excited to have Dr. Druecker join us after graduating from Kansas State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in May. Dr. Druecker, a native of Inman, is coming home to serve his local community. Dr. Druecker is ready to take on new clients, so give Apple Lane Animal Hospital a call at 620-662-0515 and schedule your appointment today. Thanks to the Hutch Post for this great write-up of Dr. Druecker as well.
Fall is in the air. October is National Pet Wellness Month. This month aims to raise awareness about the importance of preventive healthcare for pets and encourage pet owners to schedule regular veterinary checkups. It's a great time to take stock of your pet's health, schedule an appointment with your veterinarian, and make sure they're getting the care they need to live a long and happy life.
Call Apple Lane Animal Hospital at 662-0515 to schedule Wellness exams: To detect potential health issues early on.
Vaccinations: To ensure pets are protected from preventable diseases.
Dental care: To prevent dental disease and gum infections.
Nutrition and exercise: To maintain a healthy weight and lifestyle.
09/24/2025
06/04/2025
Reminder: no appointments this Saturday. 🐾We will be celebrating Becky’s retirement with a come and go party from 8:30-11! 🥳 Hope to see you there!
Apple Lane Animal Hospital has a big announcement. After beginning her career with the original owner Dr. Schrater in 1977, and transitioning to Dr. Smith and now Dr. Miller, our longtime lead Veterinary Technician Becky Stubby, will be retiring on June 7th. Becky has been a constant at the clinic and has enjoyed building relationships with clients and the many pets she’s seen, and we will all miss her greatly. We are very excited for her to start her new chapter getting some much needed rest and relaxation on the golf course and spending time with her new Grandson. Join us at the clinic on Saturday, June 7th, from 8:30 – 11:00 AM, for a come-and-go retirement party, and wish Becky well after 48 years at Apple Lane Animal Hospital.
05/10/2025
Apple Lane Animal Hospital has a big announcement. After beginning her career with the original owner Dr. Schrater in 1977, and transitioning to Dr. Smith and now Dr. Miller, our longtime lead Veterinary Technician Becky Stubby, will be retiring on June 7th. Becky has been a constant at the clinic and has enjoyed building relationships with clients and the many pets she’s seen, and we will all miss her greatly. We are very excited for her to start her new chapter getting some much needed rest and relaxation on the golf course and spending time with her new Grandson. Join us at the clinic on Saturday, June 7th, from 8:30 – 11:00 AM, for a come-and-go retirement party, and wish Becky well after 48 years at Apple Lane Animal Hospital.
04/17/2025
🚨We are having issues with in and outgoing calls. If you cannot reach the clinic please email us and we will try to get back to you as soon as possible. Reminder, we close at noon today, if our after hours line is not working and you are having an emergency, please call VESH directly at 316-262-5321.🚨
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In 1972, Dr. Gerald Schrater was six years out of veterinary school. He’d been working at a horse practice in Saint Louis, Missouri, but he and his wife Judy were certain about one thing- they didn’t want to raise their children in the city. So they left Missouri for Hutchinson.
Dr. Schrater started a practice across the highway from Apple Lane Animal Hospital’s present location, and worked there for some time.
For his next venue, he set up shop in South Hutchinson under the name of Mitchell Veterinary Hospital. The business ran successfully for ten years.
At that point Dr. Schrater decided to better serve his clients, he would make the move back to the area where he had located his first practice, buying a house (and the adjacent land) at 2911 Apple Lane and converting it into an animal hospital. This house would serve as the veterinary hospital until the goal of building a dedicated animal hospital facility would be achieved.
Building on the current structure was initiated in the fall of 1992. In June of 1993, Dr. Schrater moved the practice for the last time, christening the new Apple Lane Animal Hospital at 2909 Apple Lane.