Tails of Woe (Fiscal Year 2022)

22-01	A dead dog's neck pain turns out to be Valley Fever and another vet suggests scalding and heatstroke Colette Conway, Stonecrest Animal Hospital
22-02	A dying cat's kidney disease may have been missed at a hospital managed by a big-name veterinarian: Part I Anna Flocken, Pantano Animal Clinic
22-03	A dying cat's kidney disease may have been missed at a hospital managed by a big-name veterinarian: Part II Michael Lent, Pantano Animal Clinic
22-04	A dog and non-established patient eats a battery and gets referred to the big city, stat! Jeffrey Eubank, Samaritan Veterinary Center
22-05	A torrid veterinary love affair leads to accusations of furry fetishes and self-medicating Michael Kahan, Chino Valley Animal Hospital
22-06	Another weird story where veterinarians remove the wrong mass on a dog: Part I Monica Runge, Bradshaw Mountain Animal Hospital
22-07	Another weird story where veterinarians remove the wrong mass on a dog: Part II Michael Walker, Bradshaw Mountain Animal Hospital
22-08	A ferret's broken leg gets treated with diet at a known vet clinic: Part I Christopher Dorto, PetsVet Animal Hospital
22-09	A ferret's broken leg gets treated with diet at a known vet clinic: Part II Lorna Lanman, PetsVet Animal Hospital
22-10	A dog with a severe cough gets pills and ghosted by his vet at an emergency clinic Megan Buscema, Gilbert Queen Creek Emergency Veterinarian and Pet Urgent Care
22-11	A mandatory animal control exam leads to a rescue's accusations of leaked personal information Madelyn Melchiors, Cerbat Cliffs Animal Hospital
22-12	An employee files a complaint against her often-investigated employer over a delayed euthanasia Barbara Guminski, East Mesa Animal Hospital
22-13	A veterinarian with a long history of complaints gets an inspection report Lorna Lanman, PetsVet Animal Hospital
22-14	Another dog dodges death by taking a private jet to California instead of staying in Arizona Ayman Wassef, Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center of Northern Arizona
22-15	A premises inspection at a cat hospital finds a freezer full of frozen meals and euthanized cats Heather Oyan, Dreamy Draw Cat Hospital
22-16	A failed inspection leads to changes in controlled drug logs J Monet Martin, Kaibab Veterinary Clinic
22-17	A complainant suggests her dog's fatal pneumothorax happened from an extubation gone wrong John Oplinger, Wickenburg Veterinary Clinic
22-18	A vet blames the customer for a missed chicken bone and an interstate emergency vet trip Wendy Hancock, Paws and Claws Animal Care
22-19	A dog gets a substitute surgeon at a high-class vet clinic but suddenly dies in recovery Alejandro Aguirre, Salt River Veterinary Specialists
22-20	A complicated dog dies after opposing fixations on kidney disease and GI bleeds Sara Ford, BluePearl Scottsdale
22-21	A anxious dog gets a 1st class sendoff after a blood draw at a former vet board member's hospital Lisa Hatfield, Moon Valley Animal Hospital
22-22	An AzVMA Vice President files a snarky complaint about a veterinarian who quit her job at the clinic Kristin Kelly, Animal Care Hospital of Phoenix
22-23	An AzVMA Vice President begins operating on the wrong leg because her staff doesn't understand medical terms Tara-Lyn Temple, Animal Care Hospital of Phoenix
22-24	A complainant blames discrimination for delayed test results Larry Hudman, Kennel Care Veterinary Hospital
22-25	A dog's misdiagnosed pyometra leads to diabetes and a near-death experience: Part I John McWhirter, Casa Grande Animal Hospital
22-26	A dog's misdiagnosed pyometra leads to diabetes and a near-death experience: Part II Juli Maher, Casa Grande Animal Hospital
22-27	A complainant blames trazodone for her dog's death shortly after boarding a plane Jessica Day, Family VetCare of Chandler
22-28	A complainant files a follow-up complaint about a particular veterinarian and her dead cat Heather Sanchez-Skultety, 1st Pet Veterinary Centers Phoenix
22-29	A complainant belatedly concludes that green onions, not pyometra, killed his dog Andrew Tornell, AZPetVet North Buckeye Animal Hospital
22-30	A veterinarian at a local pet chain is accused of overcharging and not helping Greta Heinemann, AZPetVet Bell Ridge Animal Hospital
22-31	A board-initiated investigation into BluePearl triage practices features a repeat respondent Jared Brethouwer, BluePearl Peoria
22-32	A muzzled dog drops dead from acute aspiration pneumonia while a vet comes up with a treatment plan Chris Simpson, BluePearl Peoria
22-33	A former MCACC chief veterinarian overdoses and kills a dog at the start of a neuter procedure Monika Durgin, Spay Neuter Clinic Chandler
22-34	A relief veterinarian and Midwestern professor gets a call and then gets asked to leave Sarah Matyjaszek, Chaparral Veterinary Medical Center
22-35	A dog with a variety of health problems is prescribed a lot of medications before dying of kidney failure Anita Laucher-Morris, Circle L Animal Hospital
22-36	A fancy establishment finally succeeds in killing a puppy with their anesthesia machines: Part I Rowena D'Monte, Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic
22-37	A fancy establishment finally succeeds in killing a puppy with their anesthesia machines: Part II William Langhofer, Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic
22-38	Arizona veterinarians aren't required to tell you they lack dental x-ray machines before doing dentals Austin Gifford, Primary Pet Care
22-39	An injured dog is incorrectly treated and left to die at a specialty and emergency center: Part I Jatin Jadhwani, 1st Pet Veterinary Centers Chandler
22-40	An injured dog is incorrectly treated and left to die at a specialty and emergency center: Part II Kayleigh Robinson, 1st Pet Veterinary Centers Chandler
22-41	A repeat respondent reassures the board he's not mentally incompetent to practice veterinary medicine Edwin Kiesel, Camino Seco Pet Clinic
22-42	A former veterinary board member writes out pet prescriptions for his ailing wife Simon Escalada, Nogales Veterinary Clinic
22-43	A complainant worries spironolactone killed her heart dog but investigators blame CBD treats: Part I Derek Matthews, VetMed
22-44	A complainant worries spironolactone killed her heart dog but investigators blame CBD treats: Part II Sage Hubert, VetMed
22-45	A complainant worries spironolactone killed her heart dog but investigators blame CBD treats: Part III Hailey Turner, VetMed
22-46	A dog's burst eardrum and jaundice lead to concerns but no violations at a Banfield Carie Bikson, Banfield Paradise Valley 0131
22-47	A past respondent responds to an opened investigation regarding an inspection report Gene Nightengale, Buena Pet Clinic
22-48	A dog gets spayed at a returning premises and comes home to arch her back, turn blue, and die Shayne Garner, Pet Doctor Tucson
22-49	Complainants say they didn't get the facts after their dead dog is found surrounded by bloody vomit and diarrhea Benjamin Savard, Raintree Pet Resort and Medical Center
22-50	A repeat respondent again cries abuse and threatens to send cops after a customer-complainant Catalin Petcu, Western Animal Hospital
22-51	A veterinarian gives the world a piece of her mind at a Chandler school board meeting Melanie Rettler, Unknown
22-52	A complainant claims that a lifelong patient was ghosted by the vet in the last days Timothy Overbey, Duval Animal Hospital
22-53	A dog experiences the full range of veterinary care during her last day alive: Part I Kathleen Slocum, Little Rascals Mobile Surgical Clinic
22-54	A dog experiences the full range of veterinary care during her last day alive: Part II Elena Ault, Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic
22-55	A dog slowly rolls downhill to his grave after eating a bobbin and string Karla Lombana, University Pet Clinic
22-56	A emergency room doctor states he was bullied into euthanizing his dog by a scary specialty center Timothy Menghini, VetMed
22-57	A dog with an eye problem deteriorates and drops dead after discharge from an emergency and referral center Ryan Bunce, 1st Pet Veterinary Centers Mesa
22-58	A mix-up with vials of semen leads to four terminated pregnancies and a demand for $10K Kenneth Halbach, Buena Pet Clinic
22-59	Sometimes anesthetic death happens when a cat dies in another dental McKenna Thompson, Continental Animal Wellness Center
22-60	A complainant has difficulty obtaining records over a long holiday Mary Burdick, Harmony Veterinary Hospital
22-61	A dog drops dead in recovery from gross negligence after surgery on a cyst Matthew Reed, AZPetVet Sarival Animal Hospital
22-62	A veterinarian and a complainant have different recollections regarding megaesophagus Abbie Reidhead, Holbrook Veterinary Clinic
22-63	One complainant's experience seeking care for her horse begins to look like a scam: Part I Helena Carner, Legacy Veterinary Services
22-64	One complainant's experience seeking care for her horse begins to look like a scam: Part II Shawna Wood, Legacy Veterinary Services
22-65	A complainant makes concerning allegations about an Arizona Humane Society discount clinic Lai-Ting Torres, Arizona Humane Society Marge Wright Veterinary Clinic
22-66	A vet board investigator's wife isn't involved when a horse is quickly picked up to the landfill Christine McCormick, Copper Ridge Equine
22-67	A vet board investigator's wife's patient dies and then the necropsy is curiously canceled Christine McCormick, Copper Ridge Equine
22-68	A dog is found to be stable and later found dead at a known specialty and referral chain Aaron Franko, BluePearl Avondale
22-69	A cat encounters difficulty finding emergency care before succumbing to a respiratory illness Marianela Francesena, Circle L Animal Hospital
22-70	A dog dies after surgery for potential oral cancer at a known veterinary premises: Part I Ann Adams, University Pet Clinic
22-71	A dog dies after surgery for potential oral cancer at a known veterinary premises: Part II Dennis White, University Pet Clinic
22-72	A dog dies after surgery for potential oral cancer at a known veterinary premises: Part III Chris Beck, University Pet Clinic
22-73	A sick dog's veterinarian apparently vanishes into the aether and other concerns are raised John Montana, West Olive Animal Hospital
22-74	A complainant doesn't get her medical records until she files a complaint with the board Bernard Mangone, Palm Glen Animal Hospital
22-75	A complainant alleges records alterations and hiding of necropsy reports after puppies die Larry Hudman, Kennel Care Veterinary Hospital
22-76	A dog with mobility issues pops apart after surgery and top vets jump to euthanasia Jeremy Shapero, Pet Doctor Tucson
22-77	A veterinary board employee suggests a complainant avoid filing a euthanasia complaint Alexis Roth, Civano Animal Hospital and Emergency Center
22-78	A veterinary board employee suggests a complainant avoid filing a surgery complaint Austin Gifford, Primary Pet Care
22-79	Strange descriptions of events unfold around a complaint regarding euthanasia Tatum Wales, Pima Pet Clinic
22-80	A veterinarian takes full responsibility for overlooking a computer-assisted report James Crawford, River Road Pet Clinic
22-81	Concerns about medical malpractice and concealment prior to a euthanasia under duress: Part I Melinda Striyle, 43rd Avenue Animal Hospital
22-82	Concerns about medical malpractice and concealment prior to a euthanasia under duress: Part II Jess Darmofal, 43rd Avenue Animal Hospital
22-83	A complainant euthanizes a fancy puppy for being blind and then blames the ophthalmologist Joanna Norman, Eye Care for Animals Avondale
22-84	A dog drops dead after a six-hour anesthesia procedure for comprehensive oral health treatment: Part I Katherine Peachey, Fletcher Heights Animal Hospital
22-85	A dog drops dead after a six-hour anesthesia procedure for comprehensive oral health treatment: Part II Jennifer Mayo, Fletcher Heights Animal Hospital
22-86	A complainant has concerns about a nerve block given to her horse without permission Scott Meyer, Desert Mountain Equine
22-87	A cat loses teeth and her meow after six more teeth than expected are removed Elisabeth Dutton, Blue Cross Veterinary Clinic
22-88	A dog dies hours after a vaccine and blood test and investigators judge the complainant Jody Moffett, Sierra Animal Hospital
22-89	An AzVMA President-Elect's patient has inflammation and a stuck penis before his 1st-class sendoff: Part I Sandra Snyder, Augusta Ranch Animal Hospital
22-90	An AzVMA President-Elect's patient has inflammation and a stuck penis before his 1st-class sendoff: Part II Kimberley Shaird, Augusta Ranch Animal Hospital
22-91	A scary story has bite at several levels when a former investigator does a dog dental Melvin Paquin, Animal Medical Center of Surprise
22-92	Randy the Radio Pet Vet fires a complainant when she doesn't respect his veterinary prowess Randy Aronson, Paws Veterinary Center
22-93	The Board investigates a humane society for using "vet tech" in their ad copy Taylor Williams, Humane Society of Mohave County
22-94	The latest chapter in a long story teaches us a lot about why the vet board doesn't work Melanie Rettler, Unknown
22-95	A complainant blames a veterinarian for puncture wounds and Valley Fever Makenzie Kurth, Queen Creek Veterinary Clinic
22-96	A dog gets sent home with pills for gastroenteritis and possible pancreatitis but dies of parvo Kelly Harrigan, Trilogy Veterinary Medical Center
22-97	A complainant states her concerns that local vets are ripping off seniors at the expense of pets Jamie Whiting, Mesquite Veterinary Hospital
22-98	A dog gets discharged to die after specialist surgery for a tumor that didn't even exist Jessica Sullivan, Southwest Veterinary Surgical Service
22-99	Complainants say they were scammed by an eye care chain with some interesting backstory Lisa Felche, Eye Care for Animals Gilbert
22-100	Conflicting perceptions almost lead to police involvement at a modern spay-and-neuter Scot Diskin, PAWS The Modern Spay Neuter Clinic
22-101	Veterinarians disagree on the cause and treatment of a dog's limping and pained belly Emma Krakoff, Brown Road Animal Clinic
22-102	Investigators manage to turn a complaint about quality of care into a bedside manner dispute Timothy Chiasson, Exceptional Pets Green Valley
22-103	A complainant has concerns about the handling of a non-cancerous mass on a dog Stephanie Howton, Palo Verde Animal Hospital
22-104	A complainant and a respondent tell radically different stories about the same now-dead dog Daniel Moezzi, BluePearl Avondale
22-105	A local veterinary establishment indirectly blames the city when a dog escapes their premises William Langhofer, Scottsdale Veterinary Clinic
22-108	An unsatisfied customer says a specialist vet ran up the bill on a dog dying of cancer Jonathan Schnier, BluePearl Scottsdale
22-109	A visit from an in-home euthanasia vet leads to fears of mental illness Michelle Morrison, Pet Home Euthanasia
22-110	A strange complaint of double-dosing Lasix comes from an Arizona horse track with a high death rate Amanda Holland, Turf Paradise
22-111	A puppy gets up to date on his shots and almost chokes to death on a vaccine vial a week later Benjamin Berriman, Banfield Peoria 5258
22-112	The vet tech board member and her hospital become a case study on the regulatory state Barbara Batke, Yavapai Emergency Animal Hospital
22-113	A person and a dog with pancreatitis learn about valid veterinary client-patient relationships Melissa Berthiaume, AZPetVet White Tanks Animal Hospital
22-114	A former AzVMA Director kills a dog with a big needle while collecting urine Toni Barnes, Westside Veterinary Clinic
22-115	A diabetic rescue dog reportedly dies after a spay procedure that weakened a hernia L H Nelson, Pet Doctor Chandler
22-116	A soon-to-be-dead dog ends up going all the way to Texas to obtain a Valley Fever diagnosis Taylor Williams, Humane Society of Mohave County
22-117	Two different accounts emerge when a false pregnancy turns out to be a real one Timothy Chiasson, Exceptional Pets Green Valley
22-118	A mobile vet clinic is described as a "grab and stab assembly line with no compassion" Garrel Geiger, Geiger Veterinary Mobile Clinic
22-119	A sick dog survives and thrives elsewhere after learning what emergency clinics won't do Selina Velasquez, BluePearl Phoenix
22-120	A soon-to-be-dead cat with mouth issues suffers for days while trying to find a capable dentist Nicole Avci, Vistancia Animal Hospital
22-121	Parents try to clear their dead daughter's name from veterinarians and Arizona Humane Society catnappers Dorothy Nelson, Scottsdale Cat Clinic
22-122	A veterinarian's board order from another state follows him to Arizona David Pitkin, Unknown
22-123	"These horses are dangerous" and potentially so are the humans James Justice, Diamond J Veterinary Services
22-124	A dog gets clean teeth and alleged thermal burns over a large portion of his body Benjamin Savard, Raintree Pet Resort and Medical Center
22-125	"Less than adequate" treatment for eventual Valley Fever doesn't constitute a violation Judith Kashman, Banfield Scottsdale 0147
22-126	A dog is crippled after rolling off a table during a dental but the board doesn't care Raissa De La Cruz, Vetco 1132
22-127	A curious complaint suggests an innovative new strategy for handling problematic vets Scot Diskin, PAWS The Modern Spay Neuter Clinic
22-128	Two dogs get caught up in a billing problem between a complainant, a vet, and a rescue Julie Twiddy, Arizona Spay Neuter
22-129	A specialty center vet allegedly forces euthanasia after a complainant can't find $10K Caitlyn Wilson, VCA Animal Referral and Emergency Center of Arizona
22-130	Investigators raise concerns about an ear exam but the board sends a letter instead John Carr, Doctor Carr's Dog and Cat Repair
22-131	The board performs a follow-up investigation regarding Banfield buddies and acute liver disease: Part I Elizabeth Munhall, Banfield Paradise Valley 0131
22-132	The board performs a follow-up investigation regarding Banfield buddies and acute liver disease: Part II Teresa Duthie, Banfield Paradise Valley 0131
22-133	A somewhat inconsistent Facebook post on pet discipline attracts the thought police Debbie Chapman, Desert Cross Veterinary Hospital
22-134	A horse gets to meet a lot of veterinarians while dealing with a case of Pigeon Fever Linnae Warlick, Aspen Veterinary Clinic
22-135	A dog goes in for a cherry eye procedure but comes out infected from an unexpected spay Karter Neal, Santa Cruz Veterinary Clinic
22-136	A veterinarian appears to display more concern for a cat while stoned than many vets do while sober Maya Bellapianta, Bella Vet
22-137	A dog goes to the vet for a neuter and comes back drugged up and about to die Lorenzo Gonzales, Rim Country Veterinary Clinic
22-138	A dog takes advantage of fiscally-prudent amputation services and dies in the back of a car Jeri Altizer, Palm Glen Animal Hospital
22-139	A complainant wants out of the Care Club after follow-up care for an incision that popped open: Part I Jessica Bertrand, VCA Apache Animal Hospital
22-140	A complainant wants out of the Care Club after follow-up care for an incision that popped open: Part II Brandi Stanley, VCA Apache Animal Hospital
22-141	A family's euthanized pet pig ends up being the subject of a social media post about nasty breath Bernard Mangone, Palm Glen Animal Hospital
22-142	An AzVMA Director and vet board member's hospital becomes ensnared in concerns over bladder care Barbara Batke, Yavapai Emergency Animal Hospital
22-143	A complaint and response seem to be describing two different worlds and two different cats Kathryn Mueller, 1st Pet Veterinary Centers Chandler
22-144	A PACC cat gets adopted and dropped back off for medical care that turned out to be euthanasia Helena Wayt, Pima Animal Care Center