Business Details
Trusted Veterinary Care in Schererville, IN
Deer Run Animal Hospital is a family-style veterinary practice dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and building meaningful relationships with both animals and their owners. Our team believes in setting higher standards for veterinary medicine by combining advanced technology, ongoing professional development, and a compassionate approach that treats every pet as part of our extended family. With multiple locations across Indiana, we offer a comprehensive network of services that prioritize preventive care, wellness exams, diagnostics, surgical procedures, and dental health.We emphasize personalized attention through thorough physical examinations, tailored vaccination schedules, and preventive parasite control programs. Our commitment extends beyond clinical excellence to include convenience, with flexible scheduling options and follow-up communications to ensure pet owners feel supported throughout their pet's healthcare journey. By maintaining in-house laboratories and utilizing external specialists, we deliver timely diagnoses and treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs while fostering long-term trust with our community.
Services
Wellness Exams
Vaccinations
Surgical Procedures
Dentistry
Diagnostics
Parasite Prevention
New Pet Care
Wellness Plans
Fecal Testing
Heartworm Screening
Highlights and features
- We provide personalized wellness plans to make preventive care affordable
- Our network offers consistent standards across multiple Indiana locations
- Veterinarians combine advanced diagnostics with compassionate patient handling
- We maintain in-house laboratories for faster diagnostic results
- Comprehensive dentistry services prevent serious oral health issues
What people say
Caring towards your pets
High level of service
Knowledgeable and thorough
Wonderful service
Amazingly friendly staff
Services
Wellness Exams
Our comprehensive wellness exams involve physical examinations, vaccinations, early detection bloodwork, and personalized pet care advice. These preventive visits help identify health issues before they become serious, ensuring pets maintain optimal health through tailored care plans and regular monitoring.
Surgical Procedures
We perform various surgical procedures including spays/neuters, mass removals, and soft tissue surgeries. Our protocols include pre-anesthetic blood work, in-house laboratory diagnostics, continuous patient monitoring, and post-operative pain management to ensure safe, comfortable surgical experiences for all patients.
Dentistry
Professional dental cleanings under anesthesia remove harmful plaque and tartar buildup while checking for oral diseases. Our dental services prevent periodontal disease, treat bad breath, and maintain oral health through early intervention and preventive maintenance programs.
Diagnostics
Advanced diagnostic capabilities include in-house laboratory testing, digital radiography, and specialized diagnostic panels. We collaborate with external labs for complex cases, ensuring accurate diagnoses through comprehensive bloodwork, urinalysis, parasite screening, and imaging studies.
Parasite Prevention
Our preventive programs protect against heartworm, fleas, ticks, and intestinal parasites. We offer customized prevention plans using Revolution, HeartgardPlus, Nexgard, and Vectra products to safeguard pets from common parasites through monthly treatments tailored to each animal's lifestyle and risk factors.
People
Dr. Jeff Weitzel
Owner
Veterinary practice owner with extensive experience in animal healthcare management and community-focused veterinary services.
Dr. Kyle Van Winkle
Veterinarian
Graduated from Purdue University in 2012 with expertise in internal medicine and compassionate patient care.
Katie Malone
Practice Manager
Biology graduate with veterinary management experience since 2015, overseeing operational excellence at Deer Run Animal Hospital.
Megan
Registered Veterinary Technician
Veterinary nursing professional who joined the team in 2024, providing skilled technical support for animal care.
Datin
Business Manager
Information systems specialist managing financial operations and business processes within the veterinary practice.
Questions
What wellness services do you offer for senior pets?
We provide specialized senior wellness exams, advanced diagnostic testing, and chronic disease management to address age-related health concerns in older pets.
Do you offer dental care for cats?
Yes, we perform comprehensive dental cleanings and oral health assessments for cats under anesthesia to ensure proper dental hygiene and early disease detection.
What surgical procedures are available?
Our services include spays/neuters, mass removals, cyst treatments, and soft tissue surgeries performed with preoperative testing and post-operative monitoring.
How can I schedule a preventive care appointment?
Contact our Schererville clinic directly to book wellness exams, vaccinations, or preventive care services for your pet with our experienced team.
What parasite prevention options exist?
We recommend customized prevention plans using Revolution for cats, HeartgardPlus for dogs, and flea/tick control options like Nexgard and Vectra.
Do you provide emergency veterinary care?
While we don't offer after-hours emergency services, we provide urgent care during regular business hours for time-sensitive pet health issues.
