



COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE IN SMALL ANIMAL HEALTHCARE SINCE 1950




Dr. Robert H. Shipman, Jr., DVM graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University in 1977, at which point he began working at Gage Animal Hospital. By 1986 he was the primary veterinarian at the practice; by 1994 he was the owner.
Dr. Shipman and the team at Gage Animal Hospital are committed to providing exceptional client service and the highest quality of veterinary healthcare available. As such, Dr. Shipman is a member of the following veterinary associations:
American Animal Hospital Association
American Veterinary Medical Association
Topeka Veterinary Association
Kansas City Veterinary Association
Kansas Veterinary Medical Association
Gage Animal Hospital provides a full range of veterinary services for small animals, allowing us to become the single resource for your pet's medical needs. We offer everything from physical wellness examinations and vaccinations to full laboratory services and advanced surgical procedures. To learn more about the services we offer, please visit our Services page.
In addition to Dr. Shipman, the team at Gage Animal Hospital consists of:
3 Kennel Technicians, at your service 7 days a week
2 Veterinary Technicians
2 Client Support Specialists
1 Office Manager

Gage Animal Hospital accepts payment via personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and American Express. We request payment be made at the time services are rendered.
Upon request, we will gladly provide an estimate for surgeries, hospitalizations, and other services.



We are located at:
4000 SW 12th Street
Topeka, Kansas 66604

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday (appt. only): 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday (walk-ins): 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.









We are proud sponsors of the award-winning children's television program, Fetch. Don't miss it weekdays at 5:30 p.m. on local channel 11, KTWU.

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