Shea Animal Hospital
10801 N. 32nd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85028
phone: 602-996-3540
fax: 602-494-0519

News & Information

Seasonal Allergy Treatments January 11, 2012 Every spring, the flowers and trees begin to bloom, and the waiting room at Shea Animal Hospital fills up with itchy, scratching dogs and cats tormented by seasonal allergies. Read more.
Minimize the Agony of Arthritis for Your Pet December 01, 2011 As our pets age, their bodies begin to show some signs of wear and tear. One of the biggest challenges pets face as they mature is arthritis. In fact, 20 percent of adult dogs in the United States have arthritis, according to the Arthritis Foundation. Read more.
5 Keys to Helping Your Reptile Live a Healthy, Happy Life November 21, 2011 Lost your heart to a ball python, gecko, desert tortoise or some other kind of fascinating reptile? Before you bring home a creepy-crawly pet, it’s essential you know how to care for it so it lives a happy, healthy life. Read more.
A FREE Gift for Your New Puppy or Kitten March 22, 2011 Welcoming a puppy or kitten into your family? Celebrate by bringing your new friend by Shea Animal Hospital for a FREE Welcome Packet. We’ve filled this little bag of goodies with things you’ll need, like your first dose of heartworm preventative, important information on care, brochures from pet insurance, a list of great obedience trainers and a pet health record.

Until one has loved an animal, a part of one’s soul remains unawakened. ~ Anatole

Veterinarian Dr. Constance Organek

Education: 2000 graduate of Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine
Associations: Member of the American Veterinary Association, American Animal Hospital Association, the Association of Avian Veterinarians, the Arizona Veterinary Medical Association and the Association of Reptile and Amphibian Veterinarians

What drew you to veterinary medicine?
I wanted to become a vet early in my career, but at that time, women were not encouraged to apply to vet school, so I became a clinical nurse. I also taught nursing for years, was a hospital administrator and have more degrees than you can shake a stick at. After a wonderful career in nursing, I finally decided to pursue my first love and become a veterinarian.
Favorite moment treating pets?
Once a snake breeder asked me to treat “his girls.” After I did the physical exam on one of the huge snakes, she reared up and looked at me, then slithered up to her “dad” and got on his lap. It showed me that even exotic animals have personalities and can feel great tenderness for their human companions.
Do you have any areas of specialty in your practice?
I am obsessed with ear problems in dogs and cats. I adopted a stray dog who had the worst ear infection I'd ever seen, so I consulted with a lot of specialists and learned a lot from them on how to treat ear problems.
How do you keep on top of your practice?
I'm a big believer in pursuing continuing education opportunities for all the species and subspecies I see. I also belong to a lot of professional associations.
Who shares your life?
My husband, Jim, and our menagerie of pets, too numerous to name, that currently includes a cat, dog, chinchilla, rabbit, guinea pig and birds.
What do you like best about practicing at Shea Animal Hospital?
At Shea, we just like animals. It's more than just professional – it's a personal thing. I like that we see lots of exotic animals. I have a background in exotics and have done lots of work with birds and reptiles.

Shea Animal Hospital is dedicated to helping your pet live a healthy, happy life. Please contact us today with your questions or concerns, or to schedule an exam.