Schmidt Karin E Dvm at Southside Animal Hospital in Anchorage delivers a veterinary care approach for Alaskan pet owners that considers each developmental stage while maintaining adaptability. Veterinary appointments emerge from intricate observations including pet behavior patterns combined with household scheduling and weekly family observations. During initial visits veterinarians perform comprehensive physical examinations that assess dental health alongside gait patterns and joint mobility while also evaluating eye condition hydration status and nervous system responses. The current behavioral patterns including appetite shifts, sleep disturbances, and handling tolerance levels can be communicated by pet owners. The intricate nature of these patterns establishes care pacing systems that avoid premature decision enforcement. Southside Animal Hospital: Schmidt Karin E Dvm provides an array of services including preventive care diagnostic panels weight tracking surgical consults senior wellness services and chronic condition coaching. Plans cater to specific family environments such as city apartments where noise exposure is new or homes with multiple pets at various life stages. Transition strategies enable pet owners to maintain confidence while their pets' needs evolve from preventive care to monitoring or from short-term solutions to long-term balance. Each step receives straightforward explanation while progress tracks through essential metrics like behavioral consistency and home care simplicity alongside next visit preparedness. Instead of burdening families with numerous tasks the team implements a spaced approach that includes built-in flexibility along with optional check-ins. Families in Anchorage and across Alaska receive veterinary care from Southside Animal Hospital: Schmidt Karin E Dvm that follows the natural rhythm of pet life through responsive communication, organized treatment plans, and shared progress.
Services
Rehabilitation
Surgery
Reviews
Diane ellis
16 Apr 2018
REPORT
I love this vet place. Dr Schmidt is fantastic and she doesn’t color code the issues. She’s a straight shooter and I like that in a doctor. Keep up the good word doc !
Melinda Evans
22 Nov 2017
REPORT
I have taken my dogs to Dr. Schmidt for over 15 years. There is no one I trust more with their health. The office staff is friendly, and the location convenient.
ANA MARIA PARRA OKHUYSEN
30 Jun 2017
REPORT
Bad service, they made a mistake on their schedule and they fail to take us. Their front desk stuff had a bad attitude about it and they did not seem to care about us as cloned enough to give us a goo... Read More
Bad service, they made a mistake on their schedule and they fail to take us. Their front desk stuff had a bad attitude about it and they did not seem to care about us as cloned enough to give us a good customer service. It sucks because I have taken my pets there for more than 2 years. Read Less
Kathryn F.
3 Oct 2016
REPORT
They are the best! Super helpful and friendly. My dogs LOVE going here. Everyone is great, from the front reception to the techs to the doctors. I would recommend them to anyone.
Mary C.
31 Aug 2015
REPORT
Our doggies are a big part of our Family, and of course, we simply wantnothing but the best for them, especially for their health care.That's why I'm so thankful we found the Southside Animal Hospital... Read More
Our doggies are a big part of our Family, and of course, we simply wantnothing but the best for them, especially for their health care.That's why I'm so thankful we found the Southside Animal Hospital. Inmy opinion, one of the best vet hospitals in and around Alaska! TheStaffs were geniunely Caring and Loving. They never seem to be to busyto address your pets needs. We particularly love Dr.Karen Schmidt. Shetreats your pets with utmost care and compassion, as if they were herown. High five to this amazing place for pets health care needs! Read Less
I M.
5 Jun 2015
REPORT
After searching for the better half of two years for my pup's perfect spot, we found Southside Animal Hospital on the other side of town. I won't go anywhere else. Prices are reasonable, perhaps a lit... Read More
After searching for the better half of two years for my pup's perfect spot, we found Southside Animal Hospital on the other side of town. I won't go anywhere else. Prices are reasonable, perhaps a little on the steeper side, but their customer service keeps me coming back. They are incredible with my high-energy, 88lb border collie mix. Vets spend a long time chatting with you, getting to know you and the dog, and really inquire about what your pet's been up to between appointments. They gave us helpful tips to work on my dog's atrophied leg and go over any questions or concerns you have that may require medication, but don't necessarily if you are able to maintain a new routine. That to me is a well informed vet who genuinely cares about my pup.They do take pet insurance and credit care. They are also great about holding records on file and building a history of your pet's health, which is something I found most other clinics not to stay on top of. They also make checkout very easy and will help you hold your wandering dog and keep his attention if you need to dig through a purse. The whole staff is accommodating, patient and friendly and the front desk will chat with you while waiting. I actually love coming here, when before the vet was a painful experience for both me and the dog. Read Less
Nicole G.
14 Nov 2014
REPORT
Best vet ever! I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Schmidt for 17 years. I live in eagle river and still drive all the way to have the doc be our vet. She has put down two of our dogs and was there both... Read More
Best vet ever! I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Schmidt for 17 years. I live in eagle river and still drive all the way to have the doc be our vet. She has put down two of our dogs and was there both times. She is like family. She cares so much for your animals and is so smart! I'll only ever go to her! Read Less
Gaby B.
27 Dec 2013
REPORT
We recently switched to Southside animal hospital from a different local vet. The care and follow up we've received has been wonderful. Our dog is older and has bad hips. The vet has helped us find a ... Read More
We recently switched to Southside animal hospital from a different local vet. The care and follow up we've received has been wonderful. Our dog is older and has bad hips. The vet has helped us find a more cost effective prescription, and set him up on a rehabilitation plan to help with his strength and pain. We didn't even know these were options with our old vet. They also gave us a follow up call to check on our dog. People consider their pets family and I love that we've found a vet that treats them that way. Read Less
Schmidt Karin E Dvm at Southside Animal Hospital in Anchorage delivers a veterinary care approach for Alaskan pet owners that considers each developmental stage while maintaining adaptability. Veterinary appointments emerge from intricate observations including pet behavior patterns combined with household scheduling and weekly family observations. During initial visits veterinarians perform comprehensive physical examinations that assess dental health alongside gait patterns and joint mobility while also evaluating eye condition hydration status and nervous system responses. The current behavioral patterns including appetite shifts, sleep disturbances, and handling tolerance levels can be communicated by pet owners. The intricate nature of these patterns establishes care pacing systems that avoid premature decision enforcement. Southside Animal Hospital: Schmidt Karin E Dvm provides an array of services including preventive care diagnostic panels weight tracking surgical consults senior wellness services and chronic condition coaching. Plans cater to specific family environments such as city apartments where noise exposure is new or homes with multiple pets at various life stages. Transition strategies enable pet owners to maintain confidence while their pets' needs evolve from preventive care to monitoring or from short-term solutions to long-term balance. Each step receives straightforward explanation while progress tracks through essential metrics like behavioral consistency and home care simplicity alongside next visit preparedness. Instead of burdening families with numerous tasks the team implements a spaced approach that includes built-in flexibility along with optional check-ins. Families in Anchorage and across Alaska receive veterinary care from Southside Animal Hospital: Schmidt Karin E Dvm that follows the natural rhythm of pet life through responsive communication, organized treatment plans, and shared progress.
I love this vet place. Dr Schmidt is fantastic and she doesn’t color code the issues. She’s a straight shooter and I like that in a doctor. Keep up the good word doc !
Melinda Evans
22 Nov 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
I have taken my dogs to Dr. Schmidt for over 15 years. There is no one I trust more with their health. The office staff is friendly, and the location convenient.
ANA MARIA PARRA OKHUYSEN
30 Jun 2017
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Bad service, they made a mistake on their schedule and they fail to take us. Their front desk stuff had a bad attitude about it and they did not seem to care about us as cloned enough to give us a goo... Read More
Bad service, they made a mistake on their schedule and they fail to take us. Their front desk stuff had a bad attitude about it and they did not seem to care about us as cloned enough to give us a good customer service. It sucks because I have taken my pets there for more than 2 years. Read Less
Kathryn F.
3 Oct 2016
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
They are the best! Super helpful and friendly. My dogs LOVE going here. Everyone is great, from the front reception to the techs to the doctors. I would recommend them to anyone.
Mary C.
31 Aug 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Our doggies are a big part of our Family, and of course, we simply wantnothing but the best for them, especially for their health care.That's why I'm so thankful we found the Southside Animal Hospital... Read More
Our doggies are a big part of our Family, and of course, we simply wantnothing but the best for them, especially for their health care.That's why I'm so thankful we found the Southside Animal Hospital. Inmy opinion, one of the best vet hospitals in and around Alaska! TheStaffs were geniunely Caring and Loving. They never seem to be to busyto address your pets needs. We particularly love Dr.Karen Schmidt. Shetreats your pets with utmost care and compassion, as if they were herown. High five to this amazing place for pets health care needs! Read Less
I M.
5 Jun 2015
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
After searching for the better half of two years for my pup's perfect spot, we found Southside Animal Hospital on the other side of town. I won't go anywhere else. Prices are reasonable, perhaps a lit... Read More
After searching for the better half of two years for my pup's perfect spot, we found Southside Animal Hospital on the other side of town. I won't go anywhere else. Prices are reasonable, perhaps a little on the steeper side, but their customer service keeps me coming back. They are incredible with my high-energy, 88lb border collie mix. Vets spend a long time chatting with you, getting to know you and the dog, and really inquire about what your pet's been up to between appointments. They gave us helpful tips to work on my dog's atrophied leg and go over any questions or concerns you have that may require medication, but don't necessarily if you are able to maintain a new routine. That to me is a well informed vet who genuinely cares about my pup.They do take pet insurance and credit care. They are also great about holding records on file and building a history of your pet's health, which is something I found most other clinics not to stay on top of. They also make checkout very easy and will help you hold your wandering dog and keep his attention if you need to dig through a purse. The whole staff is accommodating, patient and friendly and the front desk will chat with you while waiting. I actually love coming here, when before the vet was a painful experience for both me and the dog. Read Less
Nicole G.
14 Nov 2014
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
Best vet ever! I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Schmidt for 17 years. I live in eagle river and still drive all the way to have the doc be our vet. She has put down two of our dogs and was there both... Read More
Best vet ever! I have been taking my dogs to Dr. Schmidt for 17 years. I live in eagle river and still drive all the way to have the doc be our vet. She has put down two of our dogs and was there both times. She is like family. She cares so much for your animals and is so smart! I'll only ever go to her! Read Less
Gaby B.
27 Dec 2013
REPORT
☆☆☆☆☆
REPORT
We recently switched to Southside animal hospital from a different local vet. The care and follow up we've received has been wonderful. Our dog is older and has bad hips. The vet has helped us find a ... Read More
We recently switched to Southside animal hospital from a different local vet. The care and follow up we've received has been wonderful. Our dog is older and has bad hips. The vet has helped us find a more cost effective prescription, and set him up on a rehabilitation plan to help with his strength and pain. We didn't even know these were options with our old vet. They also gave us a follow up call to check on our dog. People consider their pets family and I love that we've found a vet that treats them that way. Read Less