Pet Wellness Exams
Routine exams help our veterinarians catch changes early, answer questions, and create a care plan based on your pet's age, lifestyle, and health history.
Learn about wellness examsVeterinary Medical Centers
Taylor Mill, KY is about 4.7 miles from Veterinary Medical Center of Independence — a short drive via Taylor Mill Road and Madison Pike. Taylor Mill pet owners can access full-service dog and cat care at our Independence clinic for wellness exams, vaccines, sick visits, dental care, surgery, diagnostics, and senior pet support. We are a locally owned practice with a relationship-based approach to every visit.

Veterinary Care Near Taylor Mill
Taylor Mill is a growing residential community in Kenton County, and our Independence clinic on Madison Pike is the nearest locally owned option. Whether you have a puppy starting its first vaccine series or a senior cat with a new health concern, our team takes time to explain what we find and what makes sense as a next step. We welcome new patients and have same-week availability for most visit types.
Veterinary Services
Full-service care for dogs and cats — from wellness visits and vaccines to dental care, diagnostics, surgery, and senior pet support.
Routine exams help our veterinarians catch changes early, answer questions, and create a care plan based on your pet's age, lifestyle, and health history.
Learn about wellness examsVaccines help protect pets from serious and preventable diseases, with recommendations based on age, lifestyle, travel, exposure risk, and medical history.
View vaccination careFirst exams, vaccine schedules, parasite prevention, nutrition guidance, microchipping, behavior questions, and early health planning for new pets.
Start puppy or kitten careMore frequent monitoring, early detection, mobility support, dental care, and chronic condition guidance for aging dogs and cats.
Plan senior pet careEvaluation for vomiting, limping, coughing, appetite changes, pain, lethargy, behavior changes, or pets who are not acting like themselves.
Schedule a sick visitDental exams, professional cleaning discussions, dental X-rays when appropriate, treatment planning, and home dental care guidance for dogs and cats with oral health needs.
Explore dental careSpay and neuter procedures with guidance on timing, preparation, safety, monitoring, pain control, and recovery at home.
Learn about spay & neuterCommon soft tissue procedures with careful monitoring, pain management, and clear post-operative instructions.
Learn about surgeryLab work, imaging discussions, and other testing recommendations that help guide care for illness, senior pets, surgery, or unclear symptoms.
Learn about diagnosticsLocal Care
Pride Parkway and Taylor Mill Road are the main routes through Taylor Mill, and Madison Pike is easy to reach heading east. Our Independence clinic is just a few minutes from most Taylor Mill neighborhoods, making it a practical choice for routine care and scheduled visits. Taylor Mill families who visit our Independence location regularly note that consistent team relationships make each appointment more efficient over time.
Why VMC
Pawstimonials
See why Taylor Mill, KY pet owners choose Veterinary Medical Center for practical, compassionate dog and cat care.
Dr. Baker and her associates are amazing. They treat your pets like family and take the time to answer every question without rushing.
From the moment we walked in, everything felt calm and thoughtful. The team took time to help my cat feel comfortable.
The staff is gentle, kind, and professional. They explained pricing upfront and followed up the next day to check on my pet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Next Steps
Call our Independence team, request an appointment online, or complete your new patient form before your first visit.