Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Compassionate Veterinary Care in Madison, WI
At A Breed Apart Animal Hospital, we prioritize building lasting relationships and fostering open communication with every client who walks through our doors. Our commitment to comprehensive care is reflected in our 30-minute appointments, ensuring ample time to address all questions and concerns. Our team of dedicated professionals, including Fear Free Certified veterinarians and Certified Veterinary Technicians, collaborates to provide personalized care for every pet. With decades of combined experience, we handle everything from routine wellness visits to complex surgical cases, emphasizing transparency and collaboration in all treatment decisions.Our staffs expertise extends beyond clinical care, as many have been with us for years, creating a welcoming environment where families feel valued. We maintain strong partnerships with regional specialists to ensure seamless referrals when advanced care is needed. Client testimonials highlight our reputation as a trusted, family-oriented practice with competitive pricing and unwavering dedication to pet health. Our focus remains on nurturing long-term trust and delivering care that aligns with the unique needs of each pet and their family.
Services
Preventative Care
Internal Medicine
Dentistry
Surgery
Ultrasound
Referral Services
Emergency Care
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We offer 30-minute appointments to thoroughly address all pet health concerns.
- Our team includes Fear Free Certified veterinarians and Certified Veterinary Technicians.
- We maintain partnerships with regional specialists for seamless advanced care referrals.
- Decades of combined staff experience ensure consistent, knowledgeable care.
- Client testimonials praise our competitive pricing and family-oriented approach.
What people say
Best service
Knowledgeable staff
Compassionate care
Competitive pricing
Family-oriented
Services
Preventative Care
Our preventative care services include annual checkups, heartworm testing, and vaccinations to protect pets throughout their lives. We emphasize early disease detection through routine screenings and tailored health plans. Our team educates owners on nutrition, parasite prevention, and age-specific care needs.
Internal Medicine
We diagnose and manage complex internal conditions using advanced diagnostics like bloodwork and imaging. Treatment plans address ailments such as diabetes, kidney disease, and gastrointestinal disorders. Our collaborative approach ensures pets receive specialized care aligned with their unique health profiles.
Dentistry
Comprehensive dental care includes scaling, polishing, and digital radiology to assess oral health. Veterinarians perform extractions when necessary and address periodontal disease. Regular cleanings help prevent systemic health issues linked to poor dental hygiene.
Surgery
We handle routine and emergency surgical procedures with experienced veterinary teams. Services range from spays/neuters to trauma repair and tumor removals. Advanced monitoring ensures patient safety during all surgical interventions.
Emergency Care
While we refer after-hours emergencies to partner clinics, our team coordinates urgent care during business hours. We stabilize critical patients and facilitate transfers to 24/7 emergency hospitals when specialized overnight care is required.
People
Dr. Kate Washabaugh
Owner
Dr. Washabaugh earned her DVM from the University of Wisconsin in 2007. She specializes in collaborative veterinary care and balances practice leadership with outdoor activities and family life.
Dr. Karen Vanderloo
Owner
A University of Wisconsin graduate, Dr. Vanderloo joined A Breed Apart Animal Hospital in 2017. She focuses on patient communication and balances veterinary work with family life and outdoor adventures.
Katie Tschanz
Certified Veterinary Technician
With 17 years of experience, Katie combines clinical expertise as a CVT with hobbies like DJing and horseback riding while caring for her two Labradors.
Chris Evers
Certified Veterinary Technician
A 19-year veteran of A Breed Apart Animal Hospital, Chris specializes in patient care while managing family life with her husband, children, and pets.
Elizabeth Mitchell
Front Desk Manager
Pursuing a pre-vet degree, Liz manages front-desk operations while gaining hands-on experience. She balances client coordination with outdoor activities and creative hobbies.
Questions
What emergency services do you offer?
We coordinate urgent care during business hours and partner with local 24/7 emergency clinics for after-hours care, ensuring seamless patient transfers when needed.
How are appointments structured?
All appointments last 30 minutes to ensure thorough examinations, personalized treatment discussions, and time to address all client questions about pet health.
What certifications does your staff hold?
Our team includes Fear Free Certified veterinarians and Certified Veterinary Technicians, ensuring expertise in low-stress handling and advanced animal care protocols.
Do you handle specialized treatments?
We collaborate with UW VMTH, VCA/VESC, and other specialists for advanced diagnostics and treatments, maintaining direct communication to coordinate complex care plans.
How long have you served Madison pet owners?
Since 2013, we've provided veterinary care with staff members having 5-19 years of tenure, creating continuity in pet health management for generations of clients.
