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Van Roekel and Associates Inc

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Van Roekel and Associates Inc

Van Roekel & Associates is an established Mixed Animal Veterinary Practice Welcome to Our North Fort Myers Animal Hospital.

Van Roekel & Associates is a full-service veterinary clinic that offers care for cats, dogs, horses, and large farm animals in North Fort Myers, Naples, Punta Gorda, Alva, and the surrounding areas. From preventive and therapeutic care for cats and dogs to equine healthcare and emergencies to farm animal services, our broad and varied service offering can meet all of your pet's health needs in one

place. We care for North Fort Myers's companion animals as well as farm animals and have developed a reputation over the years for quality, professional care with a compassionate touch.

07/25/2025

We are excited to announce that we have added a new Mixed Animal Veterinarian to our crew!!
🐈🐕‍🦺🐎🐐🐄Please welcome Dr. Jailene Rivera!!🐈🐕‍🦺🐎🐐🐄

Dr. Jailene Rivera was born and raised in New York City where she first gained an interest in veterinary medicine. For her high school years, she relocated to Central Florida. She went on to complete her Bachelor’s in Animal Science at the University of Florida in 2021. During this time, she developed a love for working with large animals while she assisted with conducting research on the behavior and welfare of dairy calves.

For veterinary school she traveled back to New York to study at Long Island University and graduated in 2025. Dr. Jailene is excited to be back in Florida practicing mixed animal medicine, as she cannot think of a better place to serve and work. She hopes to create strong relationships with both her clients and patients. She is strong willed and eager to come up with a solution for whatever life brings her way. In her free time you can find her swimming at the beach, reading, and traveling.

07/19/2025

*Update: our phones are back up and running! 🚨FYI for all future phone outages🚨
We use a call forwarding service to transfer our hospital calls to the answering service we use during non-business hours so they can get emergency messages to the doctors and non emergency messages to the staff. 239-931-3769 is the direct phone number to that answering service- please save this number in your phone in case our main line is out!
Thank you, and happy Sunday! 🐴🐮💙🤍

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

07/09/2025

🎉👏🎊🐴 WELCOME DR. BEHAN! 🎉👏🎊🐴

Dr. Behan has officially joined the Van Roekel family and is taking appointments now!

Dr. Behan was born and raised in Somerset, NJ and received her bachelor’s degree in 2018 from Rutgers University. While completing veterinary training at Ross University, Dr. Behan fostered a deep passion for community service through hands-on herd health checks and client education initiatives across the beautiful island of St. Kitts.
Upon completion of her Degree of Veterinary Medicine in 2024, Dr. Behan completed a one-year internship at Brandon Equine Medical Center, where she refined a wide variety of clinical skills, including emergency response, internal medicine, ophthalmology, dentistry, and lameness diagnostics. This intensive experience further strengthened her ability to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in both hospital and field settings.
Dr. Behan is a compassionate veterinarian with a strong commitment to advancing equine health and welfare. With a focus on preventative care and equine wellness, Dr. Behan brings a collaborative spirit to every case, and emphasizes strong veterinarian-client relationships to ensure long-term equine health.
We are so excited to welcome her to the practice 🐴💙🤍

07/03/2025

❤️🤍💙Holiday Hours – July 4th

Van Roekel & Associates will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day.
Please plan ahead for any medications, food, or appointments your pet may need! 🐾

👉 Van Roekel & Associates will be available for large animal emergencies for established/routine clients from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
📞 For emergencies, please call 239-694-7177

Wishing you and your furry (and hooved!) friends a safe and happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸🐴🐾

07/01/2025

July is Pet Loss Prevention Month 🐾
Each year, thousands of pets go missing — but many of these heartbreaking situations are preventable. This month, we're spreading awareness about how to keep your furry family members safe, secure, and home where they belong.
✅ Microchip your pets and keep contact info updated
✅ Use secure collars with ID tags
✅ Check fences, gates, and windows regularly
✅ Train for recall and leash safety
✅ Travel with caution — never leave pets unattended
Losing a pet is every owner’s nightmare. Let’s work together to reduce the risk and keep our companions safe 💕🐶🐱🐴
🔁 Share these tips and tag a pet parent who should see this.

06/27/2025

🎆 Fireworks & Thunderstorms Are Coming — Plan Ahead for Your Pet’s Comfort! ⛈️
Is your pet afraid of loud noises? With fireworks and summer storms approaching, now is the time to prepare. If your pet experiences anxiety or stress during these events, we recommend calling us in advance to discuss calming options, including safe sedatives or anxiety medications.
🐾 Don’t wait until the last minute — we want to help your pet feel safe and comfortable.
📞 Call us today to request a refill or schedule a consultation.
Van Roekel & Associates
📍 18930 Old Bayshore Road | ☎️ 239-694-7177
💙 Because your pet’s peace of mind matters.

05/25/2025

🇺🇸 Memorial Day Hours 🇺🇸

In honor of Memorial Day, our office will be closed on Monday, May 26th.
We will still be available for large animal emergencies from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM — for routine and established clients.

Thank you for your understanding as we take time to remember and honor those who have served.
Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️🤍💙

03/12/2025

To Our Valued Clients,
Please take the time to read this thoroughly to avoid any confusion.
The ongoing shortage of large animal veterinarians remains a significant crisis. Our priority is to continue providing quality care while also supporting our veterinarians' well-being and longevity in this career field.

To address this crisis, we are implementing new emergency protocols, effective April 1:

Large Animal Emergency services will be available only to active clients from 8 AM to 9 PM.

After 9 PM, both clients and non-clients will have the option of a phone consultation with a veterinarian through VetTriage or trailering to Brandon Equine, which remains open for emergency care.

We strongly encourage trailering animals to our facilities or the on-call veterinarian whenever possible. This improves efficiency, allows us to treat more patients, and reduces travel time across our large service area. Now is the time to ensure your trailers are in working order, explore purchasing options, or establish a plan with someone who can assist with transport if needed. Additionally, we recommend keeping essential medications like Bute and Banamine on hand in case of emergency.

For those without access to a trailer, our hospital maintains an ongoing list of trailering services and rental options, available upon request.

Please adjust feeding schedules as necessary and do not wait to call if your animal seems unwell—early communication is key.

Help us help you as we navigate the current crisis in large animal medicine.

If you have any questions or concerns, please call our office at 239-694-7177.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we work together to sustain large animal veterinary care.
We look forward to seeing you and your animals!

Best regards,
Van Roekel & Associates Team

02/27/2025

🚛 Looking for Trailering Service Providers! 🚛

We’re compiling a list of reliable trailering service providers to share with our clients in need of transportation for their animals. If you or someone you know offers trailering services, please comment below or send us a message with your contact information.

This list will be provided to clients upon request. Thank you for helping us support our community! 🐎🐐🐄🐖

02/22/2025

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!!

02/11/2025

📢 Important Microchip Update – Clarification for Our Clients 📢

We’ve received several calls regarding the recent email about Save This Life Microchips. We want to clarify that Van Roekel and Associates has NEVER administered "Save This Life Microchips."

For over 20 years, we have exclusively used HomeAgain Microchips, which remain fully functional and securely linked to national databases.

We apologize for any confusion caused by the email. We shared the information because we believe it’s important for our clients to be aware, especially if your pet was microchipped at another facility.

✅ Need to Check Your Pet’s Microchip Info?

Email us at [email protected] to retrieve your pet’s microchip number.
Your pet’s microchip number can also be found on their Rabies Certificate.
Visit the https://www.aaha.org/for-veterinary-professionals/microchip-search/?microchip_id=985141007786441&date=Feb%20Tue,%202025
AAHA Universal Pet Microchip Lookup Tool to see where your pet’s microchip is registered.
If you have any questions, please contact our office at (239) 694-7177. Thank you for your understanding! 🐾

02/03/2025

🐾February is Spay & Neuter Awareness Month–Beat the Heat!🐾

Did you know that warmer weather brings an increase in pet overpopulation? That’s why February, also known as "Beat the Heat" Month, is the perfect time to talk about the importance of spaying and neutering.

✨ Why Spay or Neuter?
✔ Prevents unwanted litters and reduces shelter overcrowding
✔ Lowers the risk of certain cancers and infections
✔ Reduces unwanted behaviors like roaming and marking
✔ Helps pets live longer, healthier lives

By acting now, you can help control pet overpopulation before spring arrives. Talk to your veterinarian about the best time to spay or neuter your pet!

🐶🐱 From your team at Van Roekel & Associates 🩺❤️

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18930 Old Bayshore Road
North Fort Myers, FL
33917

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12396947177

Website

https://vanroekelassociates.com/

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