Relief: Brenda Dines, DVM

08/21/2024

We know summer's end is creeping up, but don't miss out on the last few appointment openings for our Vaccine & Wellness Clinic Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville this Saturday 8/24/24.

For pricing information or to schedule an appointment please see the visit our website at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or message us at 219-779-7453.

06/12/2024

Ever wonder what a day may be like for house calls? Our job is not always puppies and kittens, but today there were kittens! Today it was across the map including Dyer, Munster, Valparaiso and Crown Point.

Our day started with 2 pitties and a kitty that we see often for routine care, along with diabetes management. We seem to have a nice rhythm with our recurrent care.

Then it was off to meet a sweet senior lab mix that has struggled with going to the veterinary office. We got to know her and create a plan for in home care and lessen her anxiety. Her pet parents strive to make everything easier on her in her older age.

Continuing on to see a rescue gang of 4 kitties and 3 doggos, each of them with wonderfully different personalities. It is so much easier for this busy family to have their care performed all at once in the home.

We really did get to see kittens (and momma)! Photos attached. These are the most social little buggers in all the land, thanks to their foster family. This crew is available for adoption through ABRA, Inc.

Then onto an annual visit for a sweet lab who just got back from hanging in daycare. She is treated like the queen of the house.

And finally, on to see a kitty who gets himself all worked up for travel, so house visits are just so much better for him and his mom.

We love the variety. We love our patients. We love our clients. Thanks for an excellent day. Now go adopt some kittens.

06/10/2024

There are just a few openings left for our Vaccine & Wellness Clinic at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville this Saturday June 15th.

Click here to schedule an appointment
https://reliefvetdines.com/request-an-appointment -b185-4ea4-b06f-273590170bed or text us 219-779-7453

05/20/2024

We were so busy and hope to have more photos for our large impact event today in East Chicago. East Chicago Animal Control started with this vision and we were able to make it a reality.

We are working on the official count, but we microchipped and vaccinated over ~350 animals for free.

Shout outs to Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., Elanco Animal Health, Silverstray Social and our very own Dr. Dines for donating the supplies needed to make this happen.

A heartfelt thank you to the doctors and technicians that joined in from our crew, St. John Animal Clinic and Dyer Animal Clinic to amplify the impact. Their skill and commitment to the Northwest Indiana community makes our hearts full.

Official count
Total 369
277 dogs
92 cats

05/18/2024

Our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on June 15th starting at 9am.

You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at www.reliefvetdines.com or texting/calling us at 219-779-7453 during business hours.

04/09/2024

Our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on April 20tth starting at 9am.

You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at www.reliefvetdines.com or texting/calling us at 219-779-7453

Fun photo of Dr. Dines' dog, E.O., demonstrating scales are not scary for the rest of the dog community ❤️

03/12/2024

Our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on March 23rd starting at 9am.

You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at www.reliefvetdines.com or texting/calling us at 219-779-7453

02/25/2024

Nothing like a little snack from your friends to make your visit a little more comfortable ❤️

Thank you Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed for letting us host our Wellness & Vaccine Clinic and to ABRA, Inc. fosters for giving us the pleasure of meeting this little fella

02/04/2024

Don't snooze!

Our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on Feb 24th starting at 9am.

You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at www.reliefvetdines.com or texting/calling us at 219-779-7453

01/03/2024

It's Batman!

We met this guy about a year and a half ago when he tore his cruciate ligament. You would have never guessed this fella was in his teens until then. We had a discussion about weight loss to help manage concerns for arthritis long term, as well as started him on medication to manage his pain.

Let's just say his family has knocked it out of the park. Batman is down 10 lbs over a reasonable timeframe, which is a whopping 10%. He was moving so much better today despite his arthritis and old injury.

He has no problem hanging on the scale for his photo, because Batman loves food, his family and home visits. Just don't talk to him about nail trims 😁

Congrats to Batman and his family on their excellent care ❤️

12/29/2023

I frequently hear, we just don't know how you do it. Some days are draining and we try to be in six different places at once, but we have not perfected that just yet.

But this is how I do it. If you have had us in your home or shelter to care for your pets, you have likely seen at least one of these four along my side making everything a bit better. These are the most supportive people around, who join me on their days off, or jump in the car with me for an emergent situation with little notice.

They console, help you reflect on positive moments, provide excellent medical care, pack/organize the vehicle/trailer, deliver medications, draw blood from a vessel no one can even see, assist to the crematorium, prepare vaccines, ensure your pet is never without a snack, explain medical conditions and so much more. They ensure that my medicine and care is of the highest quality. They are truly the best.

Today we had our Christmas dinner to show my appreciation for these wonderful people. Although food, drinks and laughter could never fully express my gratitude, I will do the best to let the world know it's because of their excellence, skill, support and genuine kindness, that we can do all that we do.

12/28/2023

Our days are anything but ordinary and most certainly include tons of snacks for our furry friends.

Thanks to private donors, today we had the pleasure of providing care to many dogs at East Chicago Animal Control. It can be very challenging and stressful to coordinate care for multiple animals in the shelter when there is not a vet on site, and it is equally stressful for animals already struggling with shelter life to be transported in and out for veterinary care.

By visiting the shelter, dogs had the opportunity to be around the staff members and volunteers from It's a Pittie Rescue that made them most comfortable. Many frequently rotated to ensure they were with the dogs that needed them the most. Let's just say there was no shortage of food or affection for these dogs.

But here is the bummer... These dogs do not get much foot traffic and they really do deserve a home. So encourage everyone you know to visit and adopt, because there are some wonderful dogs waiting for you there.

11/07/2023

A reminder for our Vaccine & Wellness Clinic on 11/11/23. We still have a couple openings left!

Happy Halloween!

Our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on Nov 11th.

You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at www.reliefvetdines.com or texting/calling us at 219-779-7453

10/31/2023

Happy Halloween!

Our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on Nov 11th.

You can schedule an appointment by visiting our website at www.reliefvetdines.com or texting/calling us at 219-779-7453

08/04/2023

There are still 2 available appointment slots for anyone that needs to see us this weekend.

We will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on Saturday August 5th from 9a-12p for our wellness clinic. For pricing, further information or to schedule an appointment please text or call us at 219-779-7453 or take a look at our website.

https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed

07/23/2023

We will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on Saturday August 5th from 9a-12p for our wellness clinic. For pricing, further information or to schedule an appointment please text or call us at 219-779-7453 or take a look at our website.

https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed

06/17/2023

Just 1 more week until our next Vaccine & Wellness Clinic at Ted's Feed. There are still a few openings!

Don't snooze too hard and miss us for our next vaccine clinic.

We will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville June 24th starting at 9a. For more information, including scheduling an appointment and pricing, please visit us at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or text/call us at 219-779-7453.

06/12/2023

Don't snooze too hard and miss us for our next vaccine clinic.

We will be at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville June 24th starting at 9a. For more information, including scheduling an appointment and pricing, please visit us at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or text/call us at 219-779-7453.

05/19/2023

We have a couple last minute openings for tomorrow. We would love to see you 🐾

Big or small, cat or dog, we wanted to let you know that we would be happy to see you at our next wellness clinic at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on May 20th.

For more information, including prices, services available or to schedule an appointment, take a look at our website www.reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or call/text us at 219-779-7453

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will take priority.

05/15/2023

Just a reminder for our clinic in less than a week

Big or small, cat or dog, we wanted to let you know that we would be happy to see you at our next wellness clinic at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on May 20th.

For more information, including prices, services available or to schedule an appointment, take a look at our website www.reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or call/text us at 219-779-7453

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will take priority.

05/08/2023

Big or small, cat or dog, we wanted to let you know that we would be happy to see you at our next wellness clinic at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on May 20th.

For more information, including prices, services available or to schedule an appointment, take a look at our website www.reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or call/text us at 219-779-7453

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments will take priority.

04/15/2023

It was an odd start to the day when we received a voicemail and text message from a heating and cooling company. We couldn't remember calling for those services recently.

You see this is our patient Abby. We love Abby. Abby's mom absolutely adores her. Abby, although very much a senior, decided she would take a stroll outside of her yard when the gate was accidentally left open by a landscaping service. Abby ended up a mile away from home.

Matt from Struven Heating and Cooling noticed her wandering, didn't want her to get injured and kindly picked her up, even if Abby was a little "spicy."

Her rabies tag is what got Abby back home promptly. This is our (and Abby's mom's) public service announcement to make sure you have identification on your dog. We also recommend they are microchipped in case their collar and tags come off.

Abby's mom is ecstatic she is back home safely, and we are too. So although we didn't call for heating/cooling services today, if the need arises Struven will be our first call. We are glad they reached out and are sincerely thankful for their kindness and keeping her safe.

04/10/2023

You haven't scheduled your appointment yet? Don't worry there is still time!

Meet us at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on April 22nd from 9a-1p.

For more information including services, pricing, or scheduling an appointment, please visit us at www.reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds/feed or you can call or text us at 219-779-7453.

03/27/2023

Our next Wellness & Vaccine Clinic will be April 22nd Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville from 9a-1p.

For more information, pricing or to schedule an appointment, please visit us at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or text/call us at 219-779-7453. *Appointments are preferred but walk-ins are welcome.

03/03/2023

Being Dr. Dines' baby is just so rough. You have to pose when she tells you and then you have to remind everyone that we are having a Wellness & Vaccine Clinic at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville on March 11th.

Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are encouraged. For information, pricing, and scheduling an appointment, visit us at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed or call/text us at 219-779-7453.

P.S. She always seems to give me treats when I receive my vaccines, so I'm just positive she will give you some too. -E.O., mom's little baby pittie as she calls me

03/01/2023

Behind the scenes is the best place to be. It's where our amazing team works with the wonderful team at Michiana Humane Society to have their shelter animals spayed and neutered. "Happy" was the most perfect patient and he just begged to sit in everyone's lap and to be loved. So of course everyone obliged prior to his surgery.

When we say there were some wonderful dogs and cats to adopt, we mean it. You should stop by, tell Happy he is Facebook famous and adopt 🐾

01/26/2023

Join us Saturday! We have just a few spots left 🐾

Don't forget we will be hosting our first Vaccine & Wellness Clinic of 2023 at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville, Indiana on Saturday the 28th from 9a-1p.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. For information, including pricing and scheduling an appointment, please text or call 219-779-7453 or visit us at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed

01/23/2023

We still have a few openings for our first Vaccine & Wellness Clinic of 2023 at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville, Indiana on this Saturday the 28th from 9a-1p.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. For information, including pricing and scheduling an appointment, please text or call 219-779-7453 or visit us at

Our primary goal is to provide vaccines and preventative care. Please bring any vaccination or medical history with you, so we can decide together what would be best for your pet. 

01/18/2023

Don't forget we will be hosting our first Vaccine & Wellness Clinic of 2023 at Ted's Feed Store - Ted's Pet & Feed in Schererville, Indiana on Saturday the 28th from 9a-1p.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome. For information, including pricing and scheduling an appointment, please text or call 219-779-7453 or visit us at https://reliefvetdines.com/vaccines-at-teds-feed

01/14/2023

We always say we are a jack of all trades from house calls, to pop-up wellness clinics and even spay/neuter in animal shelters. We keep ourselves busy!

Just a few smiling faces and a masked face of some of the wonderful people getting ready for surgery that make it all happen 😁