Always Helpful Veterinary Services

Dr. Shoemaker and her staff at Always Helpful Veterinary exceeded my expectations. My first visit lasted 3 hours!! My dog is usually very reactive at the vet, even on “calming meds.” She worked calmly with my dog, like “Mr. Miyagi!” and was able to treat Delta with chiropractic and acupuncture treatments, cut her nails, all while building a loving, trusting relationship with her and me. I cannot say enough about her knowledge and calmness. I felt like I was in a masterclass! I can’t wait for our next visit. I am so grateful that I found you. Thank you so much!!

Dr. Shoemaker is a very special doctor and truly has the gift of healing. She is so in tune with her patients, paying careful detail to what their body needs. We have never once felt rushed during an appointment and I always leave having a thorough understanding of the diagnosis and how best to care for each of my pets. I’ve taken a dog who was battling two cancers, another who was lame and unable to walk prior to their appointment and Dr. Shoemaker helped both immensely. Can’t recommend her enough !

Dr Shoemaker is a wealth of knowledge and information. She takes time to explain her holistic approach and educates me on how it benefits my dogs health and well being. She is very kind and it is obvious how much she cares about my puppy's health and wellbeing. During each visit, Dr Shoemaker makes sure notes are taken and sent home with me detailing what was done during the visit, along with next steps and recommendations to help keep my puppy healthy. Rebel and I are very lucky to have such a caring vet.

Vet was extremely rude and gaslit me when I told her the medications I was giving my dog were causing focal seizures. It was a very stressful experience as she argued with me about a diagnosis from several other vets and didn’t listen to what I had to say. I would not recommend going to this vet.

This is one Amazing woman! Dr. Shoemaker’s knowledge and care for animals is extraordinary. She will spend so much time with your pet to get to the root of the issues while she is teaching you, the pet parent! She is generous with sharing information and embraces your intent to care for your pet in the best way available to you. Dr Shoemaker takes the time to listen to your concerns and address them as well as diagnosing other issues you weren’t aware of. I’ve never met a doctor who is so thorough, honest and encouraging! Your pet will know she is on their side and love her, too. My tripawd is terrified to enter any vet’s office and very noticeably shakes and wants to head for the door. Within a few minutes with Dr Shoemaker, he is calm and trusting. My pup always leaves Dr Shoemaker’s office with a smile and a happy tail wagging because he feels so much better after all her great medical and caring attention. . Dr Shoemaker’s staff are also professional, kind and informative pet people. I sincerely appreciate Dr. Shoemaker's standard of practice and trust her 100% for the care of my pup. In the picture attached, my pup tucked his nose under Dr Shoemaker’s chin to thank her for caring.