Business Details
14 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Veterinarian in Maplewood, MN
Maplebrook Pet Care Center was founded in 2012 by Dr. Kristina Andrusko-Bipes, fulfilling her lifelong dream of establishing a veterinary practice rooted in compassion and expertise. Our team of dedicated professionals brings decades of combined experience in veterinary medicine, with specialized skills in preventive care, surgery, dentistry, and exotic pet treatment. We serve the Twin Cities area, emphasizing a partnership-driven approach to pet healthcare that prioritizes long-term wellness.Our state-of-the-art facility supports comprehensive diagnostics, advanced treatment options, and boarding services designed to minimize stress for animals. As active members of the veterinary community, we maintain rigorous professional standards while fostering trust through transparent communication and ethical practices. Our commitment extends beyond clinical care to include client education and community engagement, ensuring pets receive holistic support throughout their lives.
Services
Preventive Services
Medical Services
Surgical Services
Exotic Pet Care
Nutritional Counseling
Boarding Services
Dental Care
Pain Management
Behavioral Counseling
Microchipping
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 12+ years of veterinary expertise with personalized care.
- Our facility provides advanced diagnostics and treatment options.
- Boarding services prioritize pet comfort and stress reduction.
- Team includes specialists in exotic animal medicine.
- We emphasize preventive care to maximize pet longevity.
Services
Preventive Services
Our preventive care programs include biannual exams, vaccinations, parasite prevention, and age-specific wellness plans. We focus on early disease detection through comprehensive diagnostics to ensure long-term pet health. Services cater to puppies, kittens, adult pets, and senior animals with tailored medical attention.
Medical Services
We offer advanced diagnostics including radiology, ultrasonography, and blood testing to identify conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and hormonal imbalances. Treatment plans incorporate medication management, dietary adjustments, and specialized therapies to address chronic or acute illnesses effectively.
Surgical Services
Our surgical capabilities include soft tissue procedures, orthopedic operations, and emergency interventions. Patients receive pre-anesthetic evaluations, monitored anesthesia, and post-operative pain management to ensure safe, comfortable recovery from spays/neuters, tumor removals, or trauma-related surgeries.
Exotic Pet Services
Specialized care for reptiles, rodents, birds, and ferrets includes nutritional consultations, beak/nail trims, and disease prevention. Our team addresses species-specific health concerns while educating owners on proper habitat maintenance and enrichment for exotic animals.
Boarding Services
Temperature-controlled boarding includes individual kennels, supervised playtimes, and species-specific accommodations. Cats enjoy private 'Kitty Condos' with bird-viewing windows while dogs receive four daily outdoor access periods. We maintain vaccination requirements to ensure all guests' safety during their stay.
People
Dr. Kristina Andrusko-Bipes
Veterinarian/Practice Owner
Graduated University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. Founded Maplebrook in 2012 after 8 years clinical experience. Specializes in preventive medicine and rescue animal care. Lives with multiple rescue pets including special needs cats and dogs.
Dr. Amberleigh Barker
Veterinarian/Co-Owner
Joined Maplebrook in 2014 with Colorado State University veterinary degree. Returned to Minnesota after private practice experience. Focuses on client partnership and family-centered pet care. Operates hobby farm with diverse animal collection since 2022.
Dr. Sarita Patel
Associate Veterinarian
University of Missouri-Columbia veterinary graduate with animal science background. Special interests in geriatric care and exotic medicine. Joined Maplebrook in 2013 as kennel assistant before becoming veterinarian. Active in community outreach and education.
Dr. AJ Alexander
Associate Veterinarian
Promoted from veterinary assistant to doctor after graduating University of Minnesota in 2021. Specializes in feline medicine and internal medicine. Enthusiastic participant in World Axe Throwing League. Born in California but established Minnesota practice roots.
Dr. Alyssa Ziche
Associate Veterinarian
University of Minnesota veterinary graduate with dentistry specialization. Joined in 2024 after years of regional practice. Owns Golden Retriever, horse, and aquarium pets. Enjoys outdoor activities and seasonal Packers fandom.
Questions
What veterinary services do you offer?
We provide preventive care, diagnostics, surgery, dentistry, exotic pet treatment, boarding, and nutritional counseling with experienced veterinarians and specialized equipment.
Are you accepting new boarding clients?
Boarding services are currently available only for established Maplebrook clients. New boarding reservations require prior veterinary relationship with our practice.
What are your emergency hours?
We refer after-hours emergencies to Animal Emergency Clinic in Oakdale, MN (651-501-3766). Our regular hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am-6pm, Saturday 7:30am-1pm.
Do you treat exotic animals?
Yes, our veterinarians specialize in exotic pet medicine including reptiles, rodents, birds, and pocket pets with species-specific diagnostic and treatment capabilities.
What sets your clinic apart?
Our combination of advanced medical capabilities, compassionate care philosophy, and extensive exotic animal experience creates unique value for Twin Cities pet owners seeking comprehensive veterinary solutions.
