Cape Horn Veterinary Associates

07/25/2025

We tried to shield the practice from the heat of today’s sun, but Penelope was determined to watch out the windows-no matter what. We’d love to see any photos you have of your little ones also having a peek outside!

07/17/2025

We will be closing early tomorrow, Friday July 18th at 2:30pm for an all staff event. If your pet has a medical emergency please contact one of the local emergency or urgent care facilities such as Mason Dixon Animal Emergency Hospital or Petz R Us Urgent Care.

05/29/2025

Kristina, the Practice Manager here ...

It is with a heavy heart that I announce my departure from CHVA. I have worked alongside Dr. Schneider for a very long time, including two other veterinary practices where I have gotten to know many of our clients and their pets. I have met so many people that have had a positive lasting impact on my life and career. For those reasons, I am eternally grateful. Many people have become friends, some have become like family, and others have touched me in ways they will never know.

Having conversations with our clients about their pets, travel plans, their children's college plans, and every other topic has brought joy to my life every single day. Saying goodbye is one of the hardest things I've ever had to do.

As many of you know, I moved at the end of 2024 to the other side of Gettysburg. I have over an hour commute one way and the drive has gotten too much on a daily basis. Dr. Schneider gave me the opportunity to work from home when our schedule allowed, but the commute has been taxing on my body in many different ways. This decision weighed heavily on my mind for a very long time. There will be tears of sadness closing such a long chapter, but the tears of joy from the impact that I've made will outweigh the sadness.

I am not leaving the veterinary field, but will be working closer to home. Each team member has taken on more responsibility and tasks with my departure and I am confident that they will treat you and your pet like family!!

Thank you for everything, I will miss you all! 🐶🐾💞🐱

05/06/2025

We will be closed on Monday May 26th in observance of Memorial Day.

04/21/2025

Our website is currently down for maintenance. If you need to visit our online pharmacy, you can follow this link: http://capehornvet.vetsfirstchoice.com/
Or call us at 717-501-4800 and one of our staff members will gladly assist you.

04/11/2025

Unfortunately, our attempt at walk-in nail trims on Saturdays did not work out due to difficulty managing multiple walk-in appointments in our small lobby and the poor treatment our staff received regarding wait times. We thank those clients who waited patiently in the rain, snow, and cold weather. Your understanding and kindness were very much appreciated. Therefore, beginning on Saturday April 19th, nail trims will need to be scheduled. You can always have your pet’s nails trimmed when they are at our office for other veterinary care, but appointments for just a nail trim will only be scheduled on Wednesday mornings from 10 am to 12 noon and on the first and third Saturdays of the month from 9 am to 12 noon. Please remember that an up-to-date annual examination and rabies vaccination are required for nail trims. We appreciate your business and look forward to seeing you soon.

04/02/2025

Happy Gotcha Day Penelope!

03/25/2025

Spring has sprung! 🌷Although we recommend that you keep your pets on heartworm, flea, and tick prevention all year round, we are currenly getting an influx of requests for these important medications. Please keep in mind that legally, your pet needs to be up to date on their yearly examination in order for most of these medications to be prescribed.
We are currently booking into May for wellness exams so please call to schedule if you know your pet is soon coming due for their exam or vaccines. We do save slots in order to see sick pets, so don’t worry about having to wait that long if you have a concern with your pet.

03/03/2025

We will be closed from 1:30 to 2:30 this afternoon 3/3/25, for a staff meeting.

02/27/2025

More information on the expected traffic delays Friday February 28th.

02/25/2025

Please note that Officer Andrew Duarte's celebration of life service will be on Friday February 28th at 1:00pm at Living Word Community Church on Cape Horn Road with private burial at Susquehanna Memorial Gardens.

We expect traffic delays before and after the service, so we ask that you please plan accordingly for your pet's appointments.

Thank You Officer Duarte for your service and sacrifice to keep our community safe.

02/19/2025

*low sodium chicken broth with no onions or garlic in the ingredients*

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