Van Roekel and Associates Inc

06/02/2024

Hello!!
Our phone lines are down at the moment and we are working on getting them back up and running. If you have a large animal emergency, please call the answering service directly at (239) 931-3769. Thank you!!

04/09/2024

*update- we are back up and running 💃🕺*

Hello! We are having some server issues after the power outage earlier today. We are unable to get onto our scheduling software, we hope this gets resolved today! Please give us a call if you have an emergency, or an urgent question and we will work with you on it- However, if you are calling for an appointment, or balance question, we will not be able to help you until we are back up and running! We appreciate your patience.
Thank you,
Van Roekel team

02/14/2024

🐾❤️ Happy Valentine's Day from Van Roekel & Associates! ❤️🐾

Whether they have paws, hooves, or a combination of both, we're celebrating love for all our furry, feathery, and fabulous patients today! 🐶🐱🐴🐮💕

To our cat clients: May your day be filled with gentle purrs, soft cuddles, and plenty of sunny spots for your feline friends to bask in love. 😻💖

For our dog lovers: Here's to slobbery kisses, wagging tails, and those long walks that strengthen the bond between you and your canine companions! 🐾💙

To the horse enthusiasts: Happy Valentine's Day to our majestic equine friends! May your stables be filled with love, carrots, and plenty of open fields for spirited gallops. 🐴💞

And for our farm animal caretakers: Sending love to the barnyard full of charming characters, from clucking chickens to contented cows. Your dedication to their well-being warms our hearts! 🐄❤️

No matter the size or species, love is universal, and we're grateful to care for such a diverse and wonderful group of animals. If your furry, feathered, or hooved friends need some extra TLC, give us a call! 🏥💕

Wishing you and all your beloved creatures a Valentine's Day filled with warmth, joy, and the special bond you share. 🎉🐾 Happy Valentine's Day! 💘🐾

12/28/2023

🎉🥳 Waving Goodbye to 2023, Welcoming 2024 with Open Arms! 🎊🌟

As the clock ticks down on another incredible year, we're filled with gratitude for each wag, purr, neigh, and chirp that crossed our paths. 🐾🐱🐶🐴 Our entire Van Roekel team has been honored to care for your cherished furry family members throughout 2023.

🎆✨ NEW YEAR'S HOURS ✨🎇
We'll be closed on January 1st to celebrate the start of the new year! We will still have a veterinarian on call for large animal emergencies to our established clients.

🎊🥂 Let's Celebrate! 🍾🎉
Join us in welcoming 2024 with a sense of hope, joy, and a renewed commitment to the well-being of our animal companions. Share your favorite pet memories or resolutions for the upcoming year in the comments below!

From all of us at Van Roekel & Associates, we wish you a New Year filled with love, laughter, and many heartwarming moments with your beloved pets. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your journey! 🐾❤️

12/22/2023

🐾🎄✨ Wishing all our amazing patients and their devoted owners a joyful holiday season! 🎅🐶🐱🐴🐮🐐

At Van Roekel & Associates, we're privileged to care for a wide range of wonderful animals - from cats and dogs to horses, donkeys, pigs, cows, and goats! Your trust in us to keep your beloved animals healthy and happy means the world.

May this special time of year bring warmth and happiness to your homes, stables, and pastures. As you celebrate, please ensure your furry and hoofed companions stay safe and comfortable during the festivities.

From all of us here at Van Roekel & Associates, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Joyous Kwanzaa, and a joyful holiday season to you and your extraordinary animal family members!

As a reminder, our hospital will be closed Monday 12/25 and Monday 1/1. We will still be available to our established clients for Large Animal emergencies.
🐾🎁❤️

12/13/2023

🐴HAPPY NATIONAL HORSE DAY!🐴
It has been said that horses are the first non-human mammal known to have the ability to recognize, analyze, respond to and remember human emotion. These beautiful creatures deserve a day of their own! Be sure to spoil your horses today (as if they are not spoiled every other day) and post a picture of them in the comments!

12/07/2023

It’s getting chilly!! 🥶 Even though we are not expecting snow in SW Florida anytime soon- below are some useful tips to use for those cold days and nights coming our way!

11/23/2023

As we get ready for Thanksgiving, please remember to leave certain foods out of your dog’s bowl! Happy Thanksgiving 🦃🍽

11/21/2023

🦃Holiday Hours🦃
Our office will be closed on Thursday and Friday in observance of Thanksgiving. As always, we will be available to our established and current clients for large animal emergencies. Please reach out to the office tomorrow for any last minute medication pick ups and/or questions before the long weekend. We wish all of our clients and patients a happy thanksgiving!!

11/17/2023

11/09/2023

We are experiencing some phone issues and some of your calls are not coming through 😫. If you are trying to get through and are unable to during business hours, please text the cell phone at 239-565-3700 and ask for a call back. If you are trying to reach us for an after-hours large animal emergency, please call 239-931-3769 to be directed to the emergency service. Hopefully the problem is resolved promptly, and we thank you for your patience 💙

10/20/2023

💪Finishing strong 💪
As we close out Veterinary Technician week, we want to give thanks to all of our veterinary technicians that are giving their all to take care of our patients. They are X-ray technicians, Oral hygienists, anesthetists, lab technicians, groomers, phlebotomists, and so much more. It’s so important to show appreciation for vet techs because without them, our Veterinarians would not be able to help as many patients as they do, as well as they do. Thank you Taylor, Chelsea, Ari, Meliton, Michelle, Morgan, Tammie, Fernando, Andrew, Jasmyne, Natalie, Dawn, and Katelynn. 💙

10/19/2023

Happy Veterinary Technician week! We are so fortunate to have veterinary technicians that are so caring. Our techs have the biggest hearts, even if the patients are small 💙

Photographed below are some of our Small (and mixed) animal techs- Andrew 🐎🐐🐷🐈🐕, Dawn 🐈🐕🐎, and Fernando 🐈🐕🐎🐐🐷

10/18/2023

Happy Veterinary Technician week! We may be biased, but we think our techs are the best around. The amount of compassion and dedication they have for our patients is unmatched.

Photograph below are some of our Mixed animal technicians; Natalie 🦌🐈🐕🐐🐄🐎🐷, Jasmyne 🐈🐕🐎🐄🐐🐷, and Tammie 🐄🐈🐕🐎🐐🐷

10/17/2023

Happy Veterinary Technician week!! Our technicians are one of a kind - they are continuously learning to provide the support needed to treat our patients and keep them healthy. Our technicians are the backbone to our hospital- we love them all!

Photographed below are some of our Large (and mixed) animal techs- Meliton 🐪🐄🐎🐐🐷, Taylor 🐄🐈🐕🐐🐷🐎, and Michelle 🐈🐕🐪🐄🐎🐐🐷 (with a guest appearance from Dr. Katie and Dr. Dennis Van Roekel)

10/16/2023

Happy Veterinary Technician week!! This week is dedicated to our amazing techs who work long hours,and give their all to every patient they see. We will be posting all of our techs throughout the week. Feel free to stop by and thank them for all of their hard work this week!

Photographed below are some of our Large (and mixed) animal techs- Morgan🐄🐐🐈🐕🐷🐎(🐢), Chelsea 🐎🐈🐕🐐🐷, and Ari 🐎

10/13/2023

⚡Flash Back Friday⚡
Earlier this year Dr. Harvey and Dr. Gravitt dedicated some of their time with some of the Naples Therapeutic Riding Center team and our four legged friends! We broke in our new Prostride equipment and love that we were able to team up with the barns in our community to provide new medical advancements in regenerative medicine.

09/18/2023

Happy Monday!

We only have a few days left of summer, but we all know it stays hot in Southwest Florida well beyond our summer months. Stay cool everyone! 😎🌞

*Pictured is one of our “coolest” patients Buddy having the time of his life after riding his side-by-side.

09/08/2023

🚨 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

After a long battle with Meta, We were finally able to regain access to our page, which now allows us to respond to your messages and publish unscripted content. Thank you for sticking with us, and we look forward to engaging with you on a more personal level going forward.

To end the week on a positive note, we would love to see a picture of your furry family members in the comments! Have a great weekend!!

*Pictured is Vet Techs Morgan and Rachel with one of our sweet equine patients after a procedure.

02/01/2023

If you are feeling down, give your pet a good snuggle! Studies show your pet can help reduce your depression symptoms.

01/28/2023

Do not let your pet's symptoms worsen. Contact us if you notice your pet being uncharacteristically lethargic. This can be a common symptom of condition or illness.

01/25/2023

It is important to brush your pet's teeth to reduce the chance of plaque buildup! How often do you think their teeth should be brushed? Let us know in the comments below.

01/21/2023

Good news, cat owners! Studies have found that people with cats were 40% less likely to have a fatal heart attack.

01/18/2023

Do you have a New Years' Resolution to be more physically fit? If you are adding more walking or running to your routine, don't forget your pet! Many dogs require lots of physical exercises to stay healthy and within an ideal weight.

01/12/2023

Does your pet never stop scratching at its ears? They may have an ear infection. Bring your pet to our practice for a proper diagnosis and treatment for the cause of their chronic scratching.

01/11/2023

It is important to provide plenty of mental stimulation for your pet. Whether this is through constant exercise, playtime, or puzzles at mealtime, keeping your pet engaged will reduce energy levels and naughty behavior!

01/07/2023

Each month, our team will highlight our favorite dog breeds! This month is the Border Collie. Border Collies are considered one of the most intelligent dog breeds and need constant exercise to keep them fit and happy. If you own a Border Collie, share them in the comments below.

01/04/2023

Happy New Year! Has your pet not had an annual exam ALL year? Schedule your pet's visit today.

12/23/2022

We hope you are having a great holiday weekend with your family and friends! How do you take care of your health during the holidays?

05/18/2022

When your furry feline is microchipped, your cat has a higher chance of being reunited if they get lost. Even if your cat lives indoors, contact us about the importance of microchipping!