Joan's Corner - November 2024 Newsletter
Good morning -- There may be a few events that are happening early in November and Halloween so I'm sending the Newsletter a little earlier this month. Include...
Joan Koczor
Veterinarian services available.
A History of Compassion
Since 1957, the Arizona Humane Society has fostered the belief that every pet deserves a good life. What once began as a small shelter established by a compassionate group of volunteers has since grown to become the state’s largest animal welfare and protection agency, as well as the state’s designated responder for animals in distress during natural disasters.
Over the years, we’d started various programs to save the lives of Arizona’s most vulnerable pets. But in 2013, we knew we had to push harder to create the pet-friendly future we wanted to see. In the face of a pet overpopulation crisis, we began lifesaving programs like our Parvo ICU, Maternity Suites, and Bottle Baby ICU & Kitten Nursery to care for animals who are often euthanized in other shelters.
As a result, we’ve decreased euthanization by 83%—that’s 130,000 additional lives saved. We’re working hard to transform the very notion of animal welfare in Arizona, and we’re proud to say that many of these first-of-their-kind programs, services, education and communication techniques that have been emulated by organizations all over the world.
Day | Hours |
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Monday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Thursday | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Friday | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Saturday | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
Sunday | 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM |
YOU SHOULD SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT.
Maricopa Wells Veterinary Hospital is proud to serve Maricopa, Casa Grande and surrounding areas. We are dedicated to providing the highest level of veterinary medicine along with friendly, compassionate service.
We believe in treating every patient as if they were our own pet, and giving them the same loving attention and care. We are a group of highly trained, experienced animal lovers who are devoted to giving our patients the best care possible.
If you have any questions about how we can care for your pet, please don’t hesitate to call us at (520) 568-6645. Thank you!
We are Gold Standard Cat Friendly
Services:
. Surgery
. Bloodwork
. Vaccinations
. Wellness Exams
Day | Hours |
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Monday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM |
Saturday | Closed |
Sunday | Closed |
PET EMERGENCY AND URGENT CARE IN CHANDLER, AZ
Call & speak with a doctor.
OPEN 24/7, EVEN HOLIDAYS!
Hey neighbor!
Sometimes it’s obvious when your pet needs immediate help. But sometimes they just seem “off.” That’s where Veterinary Emergency Group comes in. From vomiting to complex surgeries, we treat emergency and urgent care needs for all kinds of pets—even avians and exotics!
WHY CHOOSE VEG? A better experience means better care:
Call us 24/7 - pet emergencies shouldn’t be put on hold. Call and speak with a doctor to get your medical questions answered.
See a vet now - no appointment needed, come in 24/7. Care starts the moment you walk in the door.
Stay together - No waiting and wondering in a lobby. Stay with your pet the entire time and get as involved as you like in their care.
Stress less -At VEG, we make a scary situation less stressful. We sit on the floor with your pet, or wherever they’re most comfortable.
Pinal County Animal Care and Control is open seven days a week for walk-in adoptions.
Citizens are welcome to tour our kennels and see adoptable animals in person.
ADOPTIONS ARE ON FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE BASIS
Availability of pets is constantly changing and the shelter does not have the capability to place holds on pets. Please contact us for any questions.
PETS FOR VETS
In recognition and appreciation of U.S. veterans’ service to our country, Pinal County Animal Control and Care (PCACC)’s Pets for Vets program waives adoption fees for pets over 1 year of age.
Adopters participating in the Pets for Vets program will be responsible for paying the $15 license fee for adopted dogs (no fee for cats). Veterans wishing to participate in the program are asked to provide verification of veteran, reservist or active-duty status. The following documentation is accepted: Military ID, DD214 Military Discharge Certificate, Honorable Discharge Certificate, Letter from the U.S. Military Center in St. Louis or Letter from the Maryland Veterans Administration Service Program. Start your application online.
NOT FINDING THE RIGHT PET?
Try looking on Home to Home. Home to Home is a direct-to-adopter tool for pet guardians looking to re-home their animal. Take a moment to fill out the Pinal Pet Request to receive email notifications when potential animals of your interest come into the shelter.
RIGHTS OF ANIMAL CARE & CONTROL TO REFUSE ADOPTION
The Staff at Animal Care and Control hope that every adoption is successful. That is why we follow the procedures we do. We take it very seriously and ask for your patience while we go through the process together. If, for any reason, our staff does not believe that a successful adoption can take place, Animal Care and Control reserves the right to deny the adoption.
"At Sun Lakes Chandler Animal Clinic, it’s our goal to provide you and your pet with the same compassionate, exceptional service we would ask for ourselves and our own animal companions. We want to be a trusted partner in your pets’ health care so they can have as many happy, healthy years with you as possible."
Voted Best Veterinarian in Chandler every year since 2017!
Just 20 minutes from Maricopa
Services:
Day | Hours |
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Monday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Tuesday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Wednesday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Thursday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Friday | 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM |
Saturday | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM |
Sunday | Closed |
Ashley Greenway, DVM
Rebecca Carpenter, DVM
Kaycie Baxley, DVM
Services:
What vaccinations do you require?
To maintain a safe, comfortable environment, we require all pets to be current on their rabies vaccinations and to wait at least 48 hours after any vaccinations before checking in. Proof of rabies vaccination in the form of paperwork is required. The waiting period helps to ensure your pet isn't sore at the injection site, which can cause irritability or lethargy. This waiting period also is to prevent stressing a pet who may be experiencing an unexpected allergic reaction from a vaccine/vaccination. Puppies and kittens between 8 weeks and 4 months of age (3 months in Indiana) may receive services in the salon without vaccinations. In New York City, 6-month Bordetella and DHPP with Adenovirus are also required. In Iowa, DPP with Adenovirus is required. In Connecticut, proof of town license is required. Please note: All pets must be in good health prior to receiving any grooming services.
Vaccinations must be administered at least 48 hours prior to arrival under the guidance of a licensed veterinarian. However, we prefer vaccinations be administered 10 days before check-in. Written proof is required. You must also show proof of meeting state and local pet boarding vaccination requirements. Please check with your local PetSmart to verify/confirm your local requirements. For cat guests to stay, we also require FVRCP.
DPP with Adenovirus (Distemper, Parvovirus & Parainfluenza) - 1 or 3-yr. vaccine required.
Bordetella - Required every 6 months, however, we recommend every 6 months & at least 7 days prior to check-in to ensure maximum efficiency & protection against Kennel Cough. Please note: many veterinarians administer this vaccine only by request.
Rabies - 1 or 3-yr. vaccine required.
Canine Influenza - Not required, but highly recommended to help protect against Canine Influenza respiratory illness. Consult your veterinarian.
Leptospirosis - Not required, but highly recommended to help protect against the Leptospirosis infection. Consult your veterinarian. fleas & ticks - In addition to vaccinations, all dogs should be flea and tick free. Campers with signs of fleas and/or ticks will be treated at our Grooming Salon at the pet parent’s expense prior to check-in.
Additional requirements - Campers must be at least 4 months of age. We cannot accept intact (unneutered) male dogs, pregnant females or females in heat. Furthermore, for the safety of all animals and associates, we cannot accept dogs of the “bully breed” classification or wolves/wolf hybrids including American Pit Bull Terriers, Miniature Bull Terriers, American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, American Bull Dogs, Bull Terriers or mixed breeds that have the appearance or characteristics of one of these breeds.
At the discretion of PetSmart, some pets may not be permitted.
Day | Hours |
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Monday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
Tuesday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
Wednesday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
Thursday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
Friday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
Saturday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
Sunday | 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM |
How do I book a service?
Visit the main All Services page at petsmart.com/pet-services. Click on the specific service you are interested in. This will take you to the homepage of that specific service.
Note: Hours for services (grooming, petshotel and training) and holidays may vary. Please see your store details or contact the store for more information.
Dr. Kelly Larson and her team are committed to bringing you and your pets better health by practicing the science of Veterinary Medicine.
Locally based, Maricopa Animal Hospital was purchased in 2007. Since then, the staff have been performing veterinary medicine and compassionate animal care in the Maricopa area. Maricopa Animal Hospital is a full-service Small Animal Hospital whose mission is to provide the highest standard of quality and compassion in veterinary care for our patients and welcoming, informative, and supportive service for our clients, while maintaining a superior working environment for our employees.
Email: info@maricopaah.com
In the event of an emergency, after our business hours please call:
Veterinary Emergency Group
480-847-2570
7210 West Ray Road
Chandler, Az 85226
We can provide: veterinary care, grooming, boarding, daycare and pet supplies.
If your regular veterinarian is unavailable, you might want to try one of these locations:
The following locations might have veterinarian services available:
. Exceptional Pets Maricopa
. Petco stores
. PetSmart (Banfield Pet Hospital) stores
. PetVet (Tractor Supply Co.)
Veterinary Emergency Group
480-847-2570
7210 West Ray Road
Chandler, Az 85226
Pet food, pet supplies, grooming, training, veterinarian services, a pharmacy, a Vetco vaccination clinic, adoption services and Rover pet services.
Use the store locator to find the nearest store.
Our Vision:
A no-kill Arizona that provides compassionate care for animals and the people who love them.
The Arizona Animal Welfare League is the largest and oldest no-kill shelter in Arizona. A “no-kill” shelter is an animal shelter that does not kill healthy or treatable animals even when the shelter is full, reserving euthanasia for terminally ill animals or those considered dangerous to public safety.
AAWL is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization, tax ID 23-7149453. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.
AAWL rescues, rehabilitates, and re-homes more than 4,000 dogs and cats that are abandoned or that have been surrendered by their owners. We do this primarily by rescuing them from other shelters in Maricopa County where they are likely to be euthanized due to the lack of time and resources to care for them. At any one time, our shelter will hold 140 cats and 190 dogs. We also have a foster parent network of approximately 90 families who provide care and shelter in their homes for puppies and kittens that are too young to be adopted, and those animals that are recovering from medical procedures or that need socialization before adoption.
All pets offered for adoption have been spayed or neutered; micro-chipped and are current on all vaccinations. Any medical treatments needed, including surgeries, are provided by our medical team and all animals are evaluated by our behavior department. Learn more about our Phoenix veterinary services and animal clinic.
AAWL not only adopts companion animals into loving homes, but we also hold a leadership position in the community in education and animal welfare issues. Check out our extensive dog and obedience training classes.
This site is owned and managed by Ron Smith