Compassionate Animal Care Clinic/Schelle Veterinary Services

03/19/2025

I frequently see pets struggling with anxiety, and it’s heartbreaking to witness the distress it causes both animals and their owners. The good news is that with awareness, patience, and the right approach, pet parents can help their pets lead calmer, happier lives.

March is Pet Anxiety Awareness Month, a time dedicated to understanding and addressing anxiety in our furry companions.

02/05/2025

Good dental health is a vital to your pet’s overall health. But one of the questions I often get asked is, “How do I clean my dog’s teeth?” Home dental care, combined with annual dental check-ups with your vet, can help protect your pet against dental disease and related problems.

Untreated dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other underlying health problems. That’s why the AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) sponsors National Pet Dental Health Month every February.

February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Home dental care is important and I often get asked, "How do I clean my dog's teeth?"

01/07/2025

For the next week or two, we'll see more dog walkers out & about as we all try to maintain our New Year's fitness resolution...through January at least!! Walking is good for you and your dog, but do you know how much exercise different dog breeds really need?

It's January so we'll see more people out dog walking as we all try to keep our NY resolution to exercise, but how much exercise do dogs need?

12/16/2024

While Arizona has not experienced widespread cases of bird flu, it’s important for pet owners to understand the risks and take precautions to keep our furry friends safe!

Bird flu has recently garnered attention. While Arizona has not experienced widespread cases, take these precautions to keep your pets safe.

11/22/2024

Every year many pets get ill because of toxic Thanksgiving treats...

Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate & many of us tend to overindulge ourselves, but people often ask what Thanksgiving food can I give my dog?

11/22/2024

An update on upcoming Holiday Hours so you can make advanced preparations for any necessary pet visits or medication orders:

Thanksgiving: We will be closed Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 28th, and Friday November 29th.

Christmas: We will be closed the whole Christmas week from Monday December 23rd through Friday December 27th.

New Year's: We will be closing early at 2pm on Tuesday Dec 31st for New Year's Eve, and closed on New Year's Day.

Normal hours will resume on Thursday January 2nd, 2025!

Happy Holidays!

09/19/2024

Please be kind to all of your medical care team-human or veterinary.

Can we please normalize Veterinary Medicine and treat it like Human Medicine?

-Call in ADVANCE to make wellness appointments. We are extremely busy, especially now, so it may take a week or two to fit you in.

-If it's an emergency, by all means, call your primary care veterinarian first, but if we can't fit you in, GO TO AN EMERGENCY HOSPITAL. Don't yell and scream and demand to be seen because you've been "a long time client". You wouldn't call your pediatrician in the middle of the day and demand them to treat your son/daughter's broken leg would you?

-If going to an emergency hospital, be prepared to wait. Animal ER works just like Human ER. Most critical cases are seen first. Doesn't mean you won't get care, it just means you may have to wait a couple of hours.
-Yes, ER may cost more, but they're equipped with more staff and equipment to accommodate emergency situations.
-It takes time to do things. Lots of time. Running bloodwork, taking xrays, filling meds, etc. IT TAKES TIME. Be patient. Veterinary Nurses in ER will usually have multiple cases at once, and most times there is only ONE Veterinarian.

-We are ALL VERY OVERWHELMED and STRESSED. We love our jobs and our patients but we only have so many hours in the day.

PLEASE BE KIND. Be courteous, be understanding and please, please, please just be better prepared. Veterinary Medicine is not here to cater to you.

Thank you.

Please spay and neuter your pets.
Vaccines are a good thing.
Heartworms are transmitted by mosquitoes.
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Edited to add: this is going viral so I needed to say these aren’t my original words, I just copied because I couldn’t share it and it was perfectly written.

09/13/2024

Happy Friday the 13th!!! Have you hugged a black cat today?

05/30/2024

In case you missed this in April - Heartworm disease is a serious and potentially fatal condition affecting dogs, cats, even ferrets!

Understanding the risks and taking early preventive measures can save your pet from this preventable illness.

Heartworm disease is a serious condition affecting dogs, cats, even ferrets! Taking early preventive measures can save your pet's life

05/30/2024

As a veterinarian, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible bond between pets and their owners, as well as the common hurdles they face.

Pet ownership is one of the most rewarding experiences in life, but it has challenges. Read some insights & tips from a vet's perspective

05/11/2024

To all the mothers out there-fur babies and all.

We are joyful and grateful, thank you to all the moms out there!

03/13/2024

Thank you to our K9 Veterans in all the Services! ❤️🇺🇸

Thank you all! 🇺🇸

02/28/2024

Please give them time when you adopt. They will become your best friend!

02/20/2024

Today is "National Love Your Pet Day", meaning today is a day dedicated to celebrating your bestest buddies in the world...something that most of us do every day!!

Share your pic of your best buddy...and give them a hug from us!

02/15/2024

On St. Valentine’s Day, especially given the news of the day, I think we all need to read a true, mushy, love story…the story of puppy love and canine companionship. A story to warm your hearts.

The bond between humans and canines, often referred to as "puppy love," transcends language barriers and cultural differences.

01/01/2024

Happy New Year to all our wonderful clients and patients! Thank you for letting us be a part of your lives! We wish all the best for everyone in 2024

12/23/2023

Our clinic will be closed for Christmas on Monday December 25 and for New Years on Monday January 01, 2024. Please note that no one will be at the clinic on those days.

We will be open for appointments Tuesday 26 through Friday 29 December with a relief veterinarian available, as Dr. Schelle is away between Christmas and New Years.

On behalf of the team at Compassionate Animal Care, we wish you and your furry family a Merry Christmas & a Happy & Healthy New Year!

(To avoid a trip to the emergency vet, read these tips to keep your pets safe...)

I'm sure you love your vet, but not enough to spend Christmas with them! Nothing can spoil a holiday like an emergency trip to see your vet!