Companion Animal Hospital

COMPANION ANIMAL HOSPITAL of SELINSGROVE is a full-service veterinary medical facility, located in Selinsgrove, PA . The professional and courteous staff at COMPANION ANIMAL HOSPITAL seeks to provide the best possible medical care, surgical care and dental care for their highly-valued patients. We are committed to promoting responsible pet ownership, preventative health care and health-related educational opportunities for our clients. COMPANION ANIMAL HOSPITAL strives to offer excellence in veterinary care to Selinsgrove, PA and surrounding areas. PAWS INN, our boarding and grooming facility, is under the same roof. PAWS INN provides clean and comfortable accomodations for dogs, cats and exotics. Our groomers offer gentle, expert services six days a week. Please take a moment to contact us today, to learn more about our veterinary practice and to find out more information about how COMPANION ANIMAL HOSPITAL and PAWS INN can serve the needs of you and your cherished pet. COMPANION ANIMAL HOSPITAL of SELINSGROVE is proud to celebrate 15 years of providing compassionate, progressive, state of the art veterinary services to SELINSGROVE and our surrounding area. We greatly appreciate the confidence and trust our clients have given us over the years. Companion Animal Hospital of Selinsgrove is proud to announce their new PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER. Susan Neary DVM is certified in acupuncture, canine rehabilitation, Chinese herbs, and Stem Cell therapies. The PAIN MANAGEMENT CENTER integrates the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine with modern technology, such as Class IV Healing Laser Therapy, to provide the highest quality of compassionate care of companion animals. Treatments relieve pain and stimulate healing, as well as increase the well-being and longevity of your pet. Call (570) 374-2247 for an appointment.

  • 335 Route 35
  • Selinsgrove, PA 17870
  • Phone: 570-374-2247
  • Fax: 570-374-7439
  • Paws Inn:570-374-3544
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  • Mon-Fri: 7:00 AM-7:00 PM
  • Sat: 8:00 AM- Noon
  • Sun: Closed
  • After Hrs ER: Animal Emerg. Center: 570-742-7400
  • Steva Stowell-Hardcastle, DVM

    Steva Stowell-Hardcastle, DVM

    Dr. Stowell-Hardcastle went to high school in Oklahoma, then attended Mount Holyoke College, graduating in 1985. She earned her veterinary degree from Oklahoma State University in 1990 while graduating in the top 10% of her class. After living in central Pennsylvania for a number of years she founded Companion Animal Hospital along with Dr. Jeff Scheckter.
     
    Dr. Stowell-Hardcastle lives in Lewisburg with her husband Gary, a philosophy professor at Bloomsburg University, and their three teenagers. Their house is also home to two dog, four cats, one rabbit and one turtle. Two children are in college and one is in high school.
     
    Besides keeping up with family and business activities, Dr. Stowell-Hardcastle enjoys volunteering for community service projects. She is past president of the Selinsgrove Rotary Club. She is also an alumnae representative for Mount Holyoke College where she helps recruit eligible women for entrance into the four year college. She owns Sintra, a certified therapy dog, who recently retired from Geisinger Children Hospital where he made "Tender Paws" visits to patients. In her spare time she likes to read, go to the gym, garden, travel, and cook.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1990
    Education:
    Mount Holyoke College, Oklahoma State College of Veterinary Medicine
    Specialties:
    Interest in Small Animal Medicine, Soft Tissue Surgery, and Ultrasound
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  • Lynne M. McCaffery, DVM

    Lynne M. McCaffery, DVM

    Dr. Lynne McCaffery is co-owner of CAHS. She was born in Washington state and grew up in Tennessee. She has always had a great passion for animals, and from an early age told people she was going to be a veterinarian when she grew up. She completed her primary education in Tennessee and then moved to New Jersey where she earned a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from Richard Stockton College. She then returned to Tennessee and fulfilled her childhood dream when she received a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Tennessee in 2001. Dr. McCaffery moved to central Pennsylvania immediately after graduation from veterinary school and has been practicing small animal medicine in the area since that time. She has also worked as a relief doctor for the Animal Emergency Clinic and enjoys working with exotic pets and wildlife. She serves as a volunteer veterinarian for T & D's Cats of the World, a local wild animal refuge, and shares emergency veterinarian duties along with Dr. Scheckter for Bucknell University's animal colony.

    Dr. McCaffery lives in Milton with her husband; Bryan, their three children; Connor, Morgan, and Macy, her two stepdaughters; Kaity and Emily, and her mother Bonnie. They share their home with three dogs, four cats and a couple dozen fresh water fish . When Dr. McCaffery is not working , she stays busy with her growing family. She also enjoys hiking, swimming, reading, horseback riding, camping and traveling with her family.
    Years in Practice:
    May 01, 2001
    Education:
    Richard Stockton College, University of Tennessee- College of Veterinary Medicine
    Specialties:
    Exotics & Avian Medicine
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  • Jeffrey L Scheckter, DVM

    Jeffrey L Scheckter, DVM

    Dr. Scheckter graduated from the Tuskeegee University School of Veterinary Medicine with High Honors in 1988. As one of the founding doctors, he has been with Companion Animal Hospital since we started in 1995. Dr. Scheckter enjoys surgical cases and in making visits by our clients informative and personal.

    Dr. Scheckter grew up in southern New Jersey and went to Grinnell College in Iowa. Prior to veterinary school, he also attended West Virginia University and did graduate work at Florida State University and the University of Iowa.

    Dr. Scheckter currently lives on a farm with his wife, Betsy, a speech pathologist, and they have three grown daughters living across the country. In addition to the usual pets, the farm supports a flock of sheep-mostly kept for fun.

    Outside the clinic, Dr. Scheckter's skills include general construction, plumbing and electrical wiring. He enjoys crafting wooden furniture and stained glass windows in his shop. In his spare time, Dr. Scheckter is building a 1931 Model A street rod.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1988
    Education:
    Grinnell University, Tuskeegee College of Veterinary Medicine
    Specialties:
    Interest in Surgery
  • Beth S. Miller, DVM

    Beth S. Miller, DVM

    Elizabeth S. Miller, DVM, earned a BS in Animal Science at the University of Delaware in 1991. She completed her DVM from Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine in 1995.  Uponher completion of her DVM degree, she began working at the Elizabethville Veterinary Hospital as a mixed animal practitioner, working predominantly in Equine and Food Production Medicine. In 1997, Dr. Miller transitioned to small animal medicine working at several hospitals.  She has worked as several local veterinary hospitals in addition to the Animal Emergency Center in Watsontown.  Currently, Dr.Miller is working part-time at Line Mountain Animal Hospital and at Companion Animal Hospital in Selinsgrove. She loves the staff and the clients at both hospitals.

    Dr. Miller is married and has two boys, Brenden and Collin.  She and her husband, Jeff, are active in the boys’ baseball program. Jeff coaches both teams and Dr. Miller is the advertisement coordinatorand team mom.  Dr. Miller and her husband are very involved with their Youth Group and Sunday School Program at Church.  In her spare time, Dr.Miller loves to garden and to take hikes. The Millers have four family pets: Camo, an enthusiastic two-year-old Australian Shepherd, and three snuggly cats, Liam, Lily, and Jill. 
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1995
    Education:
    irginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine
  • Mackenzie Hallman, DVM

    Mackenzie Hallman, DVM

    Dr. Mackenzie Hallman grew up on a farm in Western Kansas and attended Kansas State University for both her B.S. in biology and her veterinary degree, graduating in 2008.  Following graduation she completed a one year small animal medicine and surgery internship at Virginia Tech. She worked at the Animal Emergency Center in Watsontown before joining the CAHS team. Her interests include ultrasound, surgery, critical care and internal medicine.

    Dr. Hallman lives outside of Lewisburg with her husband Clay, who is also a veterinarian,  two children and their two dogs and two cats. During her free time she enjoys running, playing volleyball and basketball, working in the yard and fixing up their home.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2008
    Education:
    Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Internship- Virginia Tech
    Specialties:
    Critical Care and Internal Medicine
  • Susan Neary, DVM, CVA, CCRT

    Susan Neary, DVM, CVA, CCRT

    Dr. Susan Neary is Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist and Canine Rehabilitation Therapist. She is a graduate of Oregon State College of Veterinary Medicine and has also trained in China. After many years of practicing in the Seattle area she has moved to our area. Dr. Neary is coordinating our Pain Management Center which integrates the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine with modern technology such as the Class IV Healing Laser, to provide the highest quality of compassionate care for companion animals. Treatments relieve pain and stimulate healing, as well as increase the well-being and longevity of your pet.
    Years in Practice:
    May 01, 1994
    Education:
    Oregon State College of Veterinary Medicine
    Specialties:
    Acupuncture, Canine Rehabilitation, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Penn Hip Certified, Stem Cell Therapy
  • Beth, Practice Manager

    Beth, Practice Manager

    Long ago, in 1995, Beth was able to fulfill one of her dreams and join the veterinary medicine field as one of CAHS's  first receptionists. Her interest in animal behavior and her compassion for animals were evident from the beginning and her enthusiasm and competency have moved her to become our hospital manager. Her oversight of both business and personnel issues allows our doctors to concentrate on the health and well being of our patients. Beth has become the heart of the hospital.

    One of Beth's great satisfactions is in educating clients in ways that will ensure that their pets will remain friends for life. She has long recognized the importance of therapy dogs and is a member of the advisory committee for "Tender Paws" the therapy dog program at the Janet Weis Childrens Hospital in Danville, Pennsylvania.

    Beth's tri-colored bull terrier, Bob the Builder, recently passed his TDI test and is now fully qualified to bring joy to those in need of the touch of a warm, friendly and funny nose. When not actively giving love, Bob can be found sleeping upside down in Beth'€™s office, generally oblivious to the world at large.

    In their spare time, Bob and Beth enjoy walking, gardening, going to the gym and caring for their salt water fish. Beth has two sons and three grandsons and one granddaughter.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 1995
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  • Heather, Inventory Manager

    Heather, Inventory Manager

    Heather is our Inventory Manager. Heather was born in Danville and raised in Mifflinburg.  She was quite busy during her teenage years working as a waitress, focusing on a business curriculum at Mifflinburg Area High School and attending her senior year at Sun Area Career and Technology center in New Berlin where she studied Information Technology.  After graduation, Heather was employed at Sunbank as a customer service representative.  That is, until CAH met her and made her part of the team.  Starting as a client relations specialist here at Companion, Heather's skills and learning ability quickly led her to the position of outpatient technician and now veterinary technician where she excels at the many expected tasks.

    She has two cats of her own named "Sunshine" and "Dunkin";and two little cutie pie yorkies named "Maya and Lanie".  When Heather has time to relax, she enjoys swimming, taking walks, fishing, shopping and spending time with her husband and son.

    Heather's love for and ablilty to care of animals along with her easy going attitude makes her a key part of the CAH team.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2004
    Education:
    SUN Tech
    Specialties:
    Inventory Management
  • Mandi, CVT, CCMT

    Mandi, CVT, CCMT

    Mandi is one of our Certified Veterinary Technicians at CAH.  Born in Groton, CT, this 'Navy Brat' has moved around quite a bit.  Mandi has lived with her parents and younger brother in Gulfport, MS; Orlando, FL; Cuba and finally resided in Central PA.  After graduating from Milton Area High School in 1997, Mandi continued her education at Wilson College where she received a bachelor degree in Veterinary Medical Technology in 2001 and completed an internship at The Animal Emergency Center, Watsontown, PA.  She successfully passed her Veterinary Technician Boards in January 2002.  Mandi has three cats, "Louie", "Lucil" and "Lea".  "Louie" is a very special cat that Mandi bottle fed from the day he was born.  Everyone here at CAH watched "Louie" grow to be a healthy and happy adult cat.  Mandi also rescued a Pit Bull Terrier named "Petey" who lives with her parents.
     
    Mandi's biggest passion in life, caring for and spending time with animals, is obvious with the care that she gives both animals here at work as well as her pets at home.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2002
    Education:
    Wilson College
    Specialties:
    Massage Therapy, Certified Veterinary Technician, Certified Laser Therapist
  • Michelle, CVT

    Michelle, CVT

    Michelle Madara, pictured here with her horse, Ivy, is a Certified Veterinary Technician at Companion Animal Hospital. Born and raised in Catawissa, PA, Michelle has traveled all the way to Selinsgrove to join the CAHS team. After graduating from Southern Columbia Area High School, Michelle attended Bloomsburg University majoring in biology and interpreting the deaf. She worked at Bloomsburg Veterinary Hospital as a receptionist and kennel attendant while attending college. It was then that she decided to study Veterinary Technology at Johnson Technical Institute. Michelle graduated and passed her state boards in 1999. She worked as a CVT near her home before coming to work at CAHS in January of 2004.

    Michelle and her husband Rob share a farm with three horses, many chickens, one sheep and 14 cats. Some of her 16 cats live happily at the barn while others reside in their home. Most importantly, Michelle and Rob have a beautiful pair of twins named Emma and Elijah, born December 24, 2004 and Fiona, born April 9, 2009. It is obvious that Michelle doesn't have much free time, but when she does she enjoys gardening, working out in the gym, horseback riding and working on the never-ending project of remodeling her farm. 
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2004
    Education:
    Bloomsburg University and Johnson Technical Institute
    Specialties:
    Certified Veterinary Technician, Certified Laser Therapist
  • Amber, CVT

    Amber, CVT

    Amber is one of our Certified Veterinary Technicians here at CAH.  Amber's love and nurturing of animals started early in  life when she nursed many orphaned kittens and wildlife back to health.  Throughout high school Amber focused her studies in the area of veterinary science and in 2004 she received an Associates Degree in Veterinary Technology from Manor College in Jenkintown, PA.

    Amber is married with two children, Keirah and Aiden. Amber enjoys many activities, mostly outdoors, including swimming, volleyball, dancing, softball, and soccer.  Since 2001 she has been spending time camping, four wheeling, fishing, boating, and biking.  Much of her life is dedicated to caring for her l animals including her cats "Maylee", and "Bagerrah", cockatiel " Willy",  rabbit " Hunny Bunny",and dog "Tank".

    Ambers love of animals is obvious both at home and at work which makes her an asset to the CAH team.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2004
    Education:
    Manor College
    Specialties:
    Certified Veterinary Technician, Certified Laser Therapist
  • Sandy, CVT

    Sandy, CVT

    Sandy is another one of our CVT and Inpatient Technician team members. Born in Elizabeth, NJ. Sandy was in Muncy,PA. She has lived in Baltimore, MD and Newark, DE to name a few. Sandy attented Muncy High School. After graduation she went on to the University of Pittsburg in Johnstown and majored in Biology/Chemistry. After two years she transferred to Penn State in DuBois, where she graduated with an Associates Degree in Wildlife Management and Forestry. In 1995, Sandy took a job at the Baltimore Zoo as a zookeeper, specializing in giraffes, lions and primates. In 19999, she then moved back to PA and worked as a zookeeper in a small zoo in Lake Ariel. Sandy took a small break from the animal field in 2003. After that she attended Johnson College for Veterinary Science and went on to become a Certified Veterinary Technician. Sandy worked at the Animal Emergency Center in Watsontown, Animal Care Hospital in Lewisburg and a small animal practice in Newark, DE before returning to PA and working for Companion Animal Hospital.

    Sandy's parents still reside in Muncy, heur brother in Annapols, MD. She and her partner currently live in Lewisburg with their four cats, "Natalie", "Munchkin", "Pumpkin" and "Cole".

    In her time outside of work, Sandy plays volleyball and softball. She also finds time to play in the dirt, climbtrees, go camping and dabble a little in crafts.

    You can usually find Sandy bolting around the hospital trying to find things to help keep her busy. With her eagernessto work, she is an amazing team player here at CAH.

    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
    Education:
    Johnson College of Veterinary Science
    Specialties:
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  • Megan,Outpatient Technician

    Megan,Outpatient Technician

    Megan was born in Denver, Colorado and is the youngest of 2 sisters and 4 stepsisters. She currently resides with her three cats and one dog in Northumberland. Megan started working with animals as a kennel attendant at age 15. Since then she has continued working with animals at Paws Inn, Line Mountain Animal Hospital, the Animal Emergency Center, and at CAHS.

    While completing three years at Susquehanna University, she worked with animals in the university rat lab. When Megan is not busy at work she enjoys hiking, camping, and anything in the great outdoors. Traveling is another one of Megan's favorite hobbies with recent trips to Greece, Turkey, Spain, Italy, and France. Aside from all of her travels and hobbies, her biggest love is cats, She frequently is seen cuddling feline patients in both CAHS and Paws Inn.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2008
    Education:
    Susquehanna University
  • Tasha,Outpatient Technician

    Tasha,Outpatient Technician

    After graduating from Miffinburg Area High School, Tasha went on to earn a Bachlor's Degree in small animal science from Delaware Valley College in 2005 after 4 years of hard work.

    She lives at home with a house full of animals which includes 2 dogs  "Tudders" and "Oscar"; 1 cat named "Tator"; 1 leopard gecko named  "Pinkeo"; and an iguana that she recently adopted named "Oz". She is particulary fond of exotics and enjoys nursing newborns through the weaning stages.  In her spare time she likes to fish, relax, and take naps.

    She is a valued employee here at Companion.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2005
    Education:
    Delaware Valley College
    Specialties:
    Pet Nutrition, Certified Laser Therapist
  • Tehoni, Outpatient Technician

    Tehoni, Outpatient Technician

    Tehoni is one of our Outpatient Technicians here at CAH. Originally from Beavertown, she then moved to Pittsburgh where she graduated from Vet Tech Institute in 2010 and worked at the kennel throughout her schooling. Tehoni then moved back to the area with her husband and found a house in Beaver Springs, which they are in the middle of remodeling. 

    Tehoni and her husband Mike share their house with an American Eskimo "Nena" and three cats "Tino," "Ace," and "Garrett". "Ace" is a Cerebral Hypoplasia kitty and "Garrett" was rescued as a stray and suffered a possible stroke when he was only 12 weeks of age.

    Tehoni grew up raising ducklings, teaching them to fly and releasing them back into the wild. Tehoni and her husband Mike spends a lot of their time kayaking, hiking, fishing and sitting by the campfire and "wheeling". Tehoni plans on becoming a Certified Technician and travel with her husband showing their Jeeps.

    Tehoni's eagerness to keep learning makes her a valuable team member here at Companion Animal Hospital.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
    Education:
    Vet Tech Institute: Pittsburgh
    Specialties:
    Certified Laser Therapist
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  • Cali, Outpatient Technician

    Cali, Outpatient Technician

    Cali is an Out-Patient technician.
  • Lynette, Outpatient Technician

    Lynette, Outpatient Technician

    Lynette is one of our Technicians here at Companion Animal Hospital. She pulls double duty by assisting as an Inpatient and Out Patient Technician. Born in Youngstown, OH, Lynette has also lived in Watsontown before settling in Milton.

    Lynette attended Meadowbrook Christian School, where she graduated in 2003. She then went on to further her education at Johnson College focusing on Veterinary Science, graduating in 2005. She has worked in the veterinary field since she was 16 years of age. 

    Lynette lives with her husband, her high school sweet-hart. Together they have three dos, "Dozer" an English Bulldog, "Heidi Ann" a Golden  Retriever and "Rupert" a Bassett Hound.
    In her spare time, Lynette loves to travel and is obsessed with Disney World!

    Lynette's great energy and zest for life make her a well welcomed addition to CAH.
    Years in Practice:
    Apr 07, 2011
    Education:
    Johnson College Veterinary Technician Program
    Specialties:
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  • Pam, Client Relations

    Pam, Client Relations

    Pam has been with CAH for many years.  She is a lifetime resident of the Freeburg area.  She and her husband Terry share their home with 4 beautiful  cats "Andy", "Colt", "Lilly", and "Rocki".

    On her days off she enjoys quiet times at home, quilting, and reading.  She loves to listen to today's hot country music hits as well as the sounds of the great Frank Sinatra.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2001
  • Kahlief, Client Relations

    Kahlief, Client Relations

    Kahlief was born in New Jersey and moved to the Valley in 2001.  He married in 2005 and has five dogs and two cats. Kahlief attended Johnson & Wales for culinary arts and continues to enjoy cooking and bringing great goodies to work. Kahlief oversees our social media and marketing programs
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2009
    Education:
    Johnson and Wales
    Specialties:
    Marketing and Social Media
  • Bonnie, Kennel Manager

    Bonnie, Kennel Manager

    Bonnie is our new Kennel Manager. She has worked at Companion Animal Hospital part-time for a number of years. She is truly a dog's best friend. She will make sure you family member is getting all the care and attention they deserve. You may ask to take a tour of the kennels at anytime. Bonnie ensures that the environment is clean and comfortable.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2007
  • Mark, Groomer

    Mark, Groomer

    Mark grew up in the Lewistown area and received a Bachelor of Arts from IUP. He began grooming his three Cocker Spaniels after apprenticing under a local groomer. He attended the New York School of Grooming where he experienced a large variety of dog and cat breeds and became skilled in scissoring. Mark still has two Brussels Griffons. He enjoys spending time with his family, gardening, hiking and kayaking.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2002
    Education:
    Indiana University Pennsylvania, New York School of Grooming
    Specialties:
    Master Groomer
  • Lori-Ann, Groomer

    Lori-Ann, Groomer

    Lori started her animal career as a volunteer at the Humane Society when she was 12. She's worked as a vet tech and also managed a grooming salon, grooming many different dog breeds, including show dogs. She has, and continues, to volunteer at animal rescue societies too.

    Her favorite dogs are Huskies. Her first Husky was a rescue. She saved him at 6 months of age and gave him a great home for 14 years. She also has three cats she has saved from abandonment. She has one dog , Buddy,  who was also a rescue.

    Besides her first love, animals, Lori enjoys music, dancing, hiking, fishing and astrology in her spare time.
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2006
    Education:
    Apprentice for 1 1/2 years at a private salon. Petsmart Grooming Salon Manager.
    Specialties:
    All breeds
  • Christina, Kennel Attendant

    Christina, Kennel Attendant

    Christina works part-time at Paws Inn. She lives in Sunbury with her husband Chad and their daughter Emma. She enjoys spending time with her family, hiking and biking. She has 5 dogs and 3 cats
    Years in Practice:
    Nov 30, 2007
    Education:
    McCann School of Business
    Specialties:
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  • Melissa, Kennel Attendant

    Melissa, Kennel Attendant

    Melissa lives in Richfield with her two wonderful daughters, Halie and Tayah. She has a yorkie named Shea. In her spare time she enjoys camping and kayaking with family and friends.
    Years in Practice:
    Oct 01, 2011
    Education:
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    Specialties:
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