SPECIAL CARE FOR YOUR PETS
WELCOME TO SHELDON VETERINARY CLINIC
Our goal is to keep your animals healthy, prevent disease, and catch concerns early. We do this through herd management, routine exams, preventative vaccinations, spay and neuter procedures, and dental care.
If your pet becomes ill, our experienced team is equipped to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions. As a full-service medical and surgical hospital, we offer in-house bloodwork, radiology, gas anesthesia, hospitalization, and a dedicated staff committed to providing the care your pet needs.
OUR SERVICES
COMPANION ANIMAL SERVICES
ROUTINE EXAMS
VACCINATIONS
SICK PET EXAM & TREATMENT
PREVENTATIVE SCREENINGS
IN-HOUSE LABATORY TESTING
– Bloodwork panels for all life stages (routine, comprehensive, thyroid, and phenobarbital monitoring)
– Canine heartworm and tick-borne disease screening
– Feline heartworm, leukemia (FeLV), and immunodeficiency virus (FIV) screening
– Fecal parasite testing
– Complete urinalysis
– Cytology services (skin, masses, and ears)
– Dermatology care
– Mite screening
SEND-OUT LABATORY TESTING
– Fungal cultures
– Mass and lump biopsies
– Culture and sensitivity testing
– Confirmatory testing
– And more!
SURGICAL SERVICES
– Spaying & Neuter
– Mass removals
– Cystotomy
– Dental Cleanings
– Occasional Specialty Surgeries on DVM discretion
BOARDING
We provide safe, comfortable boarding for cats and dogs. To ensure the health of all pets in our care, vaccinations must be current and a reliable flea and tick preventative is required before check-in.
LARGE ANIMAL SERVICES
FEEDLOT
We offer consulting service to area feedlots along with providing any necessary products at competitive prices. Our veterinarians will do arrival processing, and be there throughout the feeding period for medical expertise when the need arises. Meet with one of our feedlot veterinarians to design the best program for your vaccines, implants and parasite control on your next group of cattle.
COW – CALF
From helping you get your cows and heifers bred, to assisting with calving, and to fall processing that prepares the calves to be marketed we have multiple doctors ready to meet these needs.
SWINE
Our veterinarians are able to assist with medical and management services for both sow units and finishing facilities. Ventilation, nutritional and pathogen monitoring advice will help keep your operation efficient.
EQUINE
Our doctors will help you select what vaccine and parasite control measures are right for you and your horses. We carry a variety of products so that we can tailor to your needs a health program. If one of your animals is sick, we will be able to conduct most blood work in-house, and we can advise what measures either medical or surgical it will take to return him/her to health.
Sandy Schmith
Dr. Sandy Schmith graduated in 1987 from Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine and moved to the area with her husband Rick to join the Sheldon Veterinary Clinic. In June of 2024 , Rick, Sandy, and their 15 yr old cat “Noogie” moved to Sioux Falls, SD. They love the outdoors, hiking, biking and traveling. Dr. Schmith continues to work part time at the clinic.
Rebecca Cuperus
Dr. Rebecca Cuperus is a Minnesota native who moved to Sioux County in 2003 to be closer to cows. She attended the University of Dallas for her Bachelor’s degree before entering veterinary medicine. She is a 2003 Graduate from the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine. She lives in Sioux Center on a small acreage with her husband, son and five dogs. Before working for the Sheldon Veterinary Clinic, she worked in a large animal research setting for the past 20+ years. She enjoys the outdoors including activities like hiking, camping, and hunting.
Megan Klein
Dr. Megan Klein grew up on a row crop and swine farm outside of Alton where she found her love for working with livestock. After earning her degree in Animal Science from South Dakota State University, she attended Iowa State University for her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and graduated in May of 2024. Since June of 2024, Dr. Megan has been practicing mixed animal medicine with Animal Medical Centers in Spencer and Hartley. She spends her time working with dogs, cats, cows, pigs, sheep, goats, and the occasional horse! Outside of the clinic, you can find Dr. Megan at Iowa State football games with her husband, hiking with her dog Eleanor, or reading a new book with a large cup of coffee in hand!
CLINIC POLICIES
Appointment Policy
To allow time for all patients and scheduled surgical procedures, we operate by appointments only. Emergency cases shall always receive top priority, which is why occasional appointment delays are unavoidable. Please realize that we always attempt to see each client in a timely manner.
Payment Policy
Payment is due at the time of service, prior to leaving the clinic. Accounts with outstanding balances must be paid in full before additional appointments can be scheduled. We do not hold or post-date checks, and any returned checks will be subject to a $45 fee.
We do not accept CareCredit program or insurance.
Cancellation / No Show Policy
Please give a 4 hour notice to the clinic for any appointment you need to cancel. Clients with repeated missed appointments may be required to place a $55 deposit, which will be applied to the scheduled visit. Deposits are non-refundable if an appointment is missed or canceled with less than 4 hours’ notice. Exceptions may be made for true emergencies or unforeseen circumstances at our discretion.
Patient Arrival Policy
Please arrive on-time for your appointment to ensure consideration for other clients. Late appointment arrivals can only be seen if time is available and at the doctor’s discretion.
HERITAGE VET PARTNERS
OUR LOCATION
Sheldon
Sheldon, IA 50201
P: (712) 324-0175
E: sheldonclinic@heritage.vet
HOURS:
Mon – Fri: 7:30-5:00
Sat: Closed
Sun: Closed
