Animal Health Center of Leawood

10/18/2026

🩺🐾 HAPPY VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WEEK!

Behind every wagging tail or scared patient, is a veterinary technician who gives their whole heart to the job.

Vet Techs are the nurses, the comforters, the cheerleaders, the problem-solvers, the professional p**p inspectors, the extra set of hands, and sometimes the emotional support humans for both pets AND their people. We clean up the messes, celebrate the victories, hold paws through the scary moments, and love our patients like our own. Even on the hardest days, we show up, advocate for the voiceless, and give these animals everything we've got. ❤️

This week, we're celebrating the incredible veterinary technicians who make a difference every single day. You are valued, you are appreciated, and the veterinary world wouldn't be the same without you!

⬇️Drop some love for your AHCL vet techs in the comments!

10/05/2026

👻 SHOW US YOUR PET’S HALLOWEEN COSTUME! 👻

It’s officially spooky season, which means it’s time to see the adorable, ridiculous, and mildly humiliating Halloween costumes your pets are rocking.

Is your pet a spooky ghost? A tiny superhero? A hot dog? A pumpkin? Or are they simply dressed as “a pet who has no idea why their humans keep doing this to them”? 😂

📸 Drop a photo of your costumed pets in the comments!
We want to see ALL the spooky cuteness!

Bonus points for dramatic poses, questionable costume choices, and pets who look deeply offended.

Let the Halloween pet parade begin! 🐾

09/20/2026

🎉 WE HAVE A NEW WEBSITE!

Our new site makes it easier than ever to learn more about our doctors and services, find important information, and stay connected with us and your favorite four-legged family members.

✨ Same compassionate care.
✨ Same amazing veterinary team.

Take a peek, explore around, and let us know what you think! 🐾

Thank you for trusting us with the care of your beloved pets. We’re so grateful to have you and your furry (or not so furry) family members as part of ours! ❤️

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day, from our veterinary team!
🇺🇸 Reminder: We are CLOSED Monday.

Tomorrow, we’re celebrating the hardworking people who show up every day to care for, comfort, and advocate for the pets who mean so much to us. ❤️

We’re proud to be part of a profession that allows us to make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. From early mornings to late nights, messy moments to happy endings, we wouldn’t trade it for anything! 🩺🐶🐱

Wishing you and your families a safe, relaxing, and well-deserved Labor Day!

08/11/2026

📣 Our parking lot entrance/exits to & from Pawnee Lane and 135th Street will be receiving asphalt repairs in two phases.

🚧 Phase 1 (purple on the Phasing Map, spot 9 will affect 135th street) will be done Tuesday, August 11th.

🚧 Phase 2 (green on the Phasing Map, spot 8 will affect Pawnee Lane) will be done on Wednesday, August 12th.

🚧 We have not been told any time frames of when they will be close or reopen.

⏰ Please allow yourself a little bit of extra time to navigate the change & call us if you have any trouble or questions!

07/28/2026

🐾 2:45pm Update: We are back up and running!

🚨 **Temporary Service Update** 🚨

We're currently experiencing an internet and phone outage, which means we're unable to receive calls, emails, or access our systems at this time.

Our team is still here caring for your pets, and we're working hard to get everything back up and running as quickly as possible.

We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience and understanding. We'll post another update as soon as our phone and internet services are restored.

Thank you for your support—and give your furry friends an extra hug from us today! 🐾❤️

07/03/2026

Have a happy and safe 4th of July weekend! 🧨
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Overland Park Veterinary Emergency and Specialty
8301 W 163rd St, Overland Park, KS 66223
(913) 361-3800
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VEG ER for Pets
6347 W 119th St Ste H2, Overland Park, KS 66209
(913) 297-3676
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Mission Veterinary Emergency and Specialty
5914 Johnson Dr, Mission, KS 66202
(913) 722-5566

06/30/2026

🧨 July 4th is approaching quickly & we want you to help your 3 or 4 legged besties feel safe and at ease as much as they can, on one of the scariest days of their year.
🧨 This coming holiday weekend is the most common time of year for pets to go missing. To keep your companions secure, update their microchip/ID tags, keep them safely indoors in an escape-proof room with soothing background noise, and consult us regarding calming medications if your pet has severe noise anxiety.
🧨 It is also the most common time of the year for foreign body obstructions and severe GI upset. Yikes! Please remember that corn cobs and rib/chicken bones cannot pass in the intestines & there are a number of things at the table this weekend that will give your dog an expensive tummy ache. Safest to stick with treats they already have had and enjoy!

06/27/2026

🥵 EXTREME HEAT WARNING, til Tuesday in KC!
Heat stroke in pets can go from 0 to 100, quite quick.

Emergency clinics note that it's one of the most dangerous - and underestimated - emergencies they see every summer.

Please be mindful of when you take your walks this week, and all summer:
📍 It is recommended to do first thing in the morning, or late at night.
📍 If you can't place the back of your hand on the sidewalk for 5-7 seconds without removing because it's too hot, it's too hot for paw pads.
📍 Stick to shaded paths.
📍 Bring fresh, cool water for both you and your pet.
📍 NEVER leave your pet in the car, unattended.

🌡️ If you are worried that your dog is experiencing heat stroke, the best course of action is to hose your dog down with cool or tepid water and turn on the air conditioning in your car while on the way into a veterinary hospital. NEVER use alcohol or ice packs directly on their skin. This can constrict blood vessels and actually trap heat inside the body instead of releasing it. {VEG}

🐾 If you have questions, please give us a call.
913.215.9611

Heatstroke in dogs can show up as panting, drooling, and other concerning symptoms. Know the signs and follow our vet's preventative safety tips to help keep your dog safe.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember the heroes who served, sacrificed, and never made it home. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day, as we honor those who gave all. ❤️🤍💙

Head over to our Instagram () for a post on what breed has their own holiday today!