Medical Services

I have been a “cat lady” for most of my life, more than 60 years. Over the years I have dealt with many veterinarians for feline health services from routine check-ups to managing chronic conditions. When I moved to Cave Creek, Arizona I was fortunate to find a local animal hospital, Animal Health Services, whose staff included Dr. Brian Ashmore.

At that time the feline family consisted of six cats. One of them developed diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and inflammatory bowel disease within eighteen months. As a “cat mom” dealing with diabetes alone was a challenge, but the additional diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease was daunting. Dr. Ashmore had been guiding me through “Bear’s” diabetes treatment, not only as Bear’s Veterinarian, but also as my “coach” so that I could provide the home care that Bear needed. With Dr. Ashmore’s guidance and outstanding communication skills, I was able to navigate the diagnostics, symptoms, and medication maze of inflammatory bowel disease. When eventually it was time to give Bear the “Last Best Gift” Dr. Ashmore made sure that the transition was compassionate as well as medically professional.

Dr. Ashmore is an extremely accessible Veterinarian; he is very willing to answer emails and provide feedback or information regarding an animal companion’s health issues or medications. He acts as a partner with you in your animal companion’s healthcare and I always felt that Dr. Ashmore considered and treated my cats as his own, whether they were seeing him for a routine wellness exam or a chronic condition such as “Bear’s.” If there were a rating system of “stars” for Dr. Ashmore, I would give him 100 out of 10!

We were very pleased to learn that Dr. Ashmore has established his own veterinary hospital and practice. Over a period of 9 years, Dr. Ashmore cared for our many cats (all rescues) here in Arizona. Along with their normal routine checkups and eventual geriatric care, he treated several with special needs. Dr. Ashmore was very knowledgeable about these more difficult issues some of our cats faced, such as stomatitis, and would do additional research and consultation with veterinary colleagues to explore any other possible treatments that might help.

He projected warmth and compassion not only to our cats but also to us through the years; when we faced difficult decisions, he provided empathetic support.

We wish Dr. Ashmore much success and are happy to know that there are other pets that will be entrusted to his care.

Dr. Brian Ashmore was our trusted vet in Arizona for many years. He provided excellent care to our cats Gus, Maximus, and Zuzu, and provided us with the gentle care and emotional support we needed in facing the joys and sorrows that are an inevitable part of life with animals.

Dr. Ashmore shared his knowledge and experience with us, but equally important, he cared about us cat parents as people, and he could sense the type of support we needed when making important treatment decisions for our kitties.

It was truly a gift to have a vet we trusted so much, and we continue to miss him. We know he will provide outstanding care to animals in NJ, and to their families.

As long-time pet owners, we are pleased to recommend the veterinary services of Dr. Brian Ashmore. For over five years, our three dogs were in the care of Dr. Ashmore at Animal Health Services in Cave Creek, Arizona. Throughout that time, we found Dr. Ashmore to be a dedicated veterinarian who consistently delivered quality care for our Zorro, Kienan, and Ruby. His knowledge, compassion, and sound advice were reassuring during both routine office visits and emergency situations.

We truly appreciated his diagnostic skills and thorough treatment plans. He genuinely cares about animals and it shows. Our pets were always responsive to his demeanor (especially our old Doberman, Zorro, who never left the vet's office without a kiss, pat on the head and a dog treat or two!). With Dr. Ashmore, your pets will receive the finest quality care and attention they so deserve. We wish him the very best with his new veterinary hospital.

The Fetch Foundation has had a professional relationship with Dr. Brian Ashmore for over 20 years, both personally and professionally. We were privileged to enjoy his knowledge and kindness with our own pets then made a clear and easy decision to make when it came time to find a veterinarian for our non-profit dog rescue.

The Fetch Foundation rescues dogs from shelters, owner surrenders and sometimes right off the streets. We have had medical issues that have run the gamut. Dr. Ashmore preformed simple exams and immunizations to complex surgeries and diagnosed diseases that we had never heard of. Dr. Ashmore has walked us through it all. He has the heart of a teacher and shares ‘what and why’ at each and every appointment. Many instances we are out in the field and in need immediate consult … Dr. Ashmore has been a valuable phone call!

We are also blessed to have Dr. Ashmore as an instructor of first aide for not only other rescues but our professional First Responders, Fire, Police K9 and Search & Rescue handlers. The training was comprehensive and complete and was of great value to all that attended. Dr. Ashmore is truly a veterinarian that is an asset to any community he serves.

Marie Peck / Founder
www.TheFetchFoundation.com