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Joni Shimp

Dr. Joni Shimp

Veterinarian, DVM
4.9
10 reviews
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Designation
  • Veterinarian, DVM
About Vet

First off, North Carolina does not allow telemedicine as a means for a valid Veterinary Client Patient Relationship, so advice is the most I can help you with. I can NOT prescribe any medication, including antibiotics, pain medication, or other prescription medication, using the Vetster platform. This applies to ALL veterinarians in North Carolina on the Vetster platform. This aspect is confusing to some and I want you to be happy and satisfied with our time together.

I have been practicing in Southeastern NC for over two decades. Originally from Minnesota, I did my undergraduate studies at the University of Minnesota and attended North Carolina State University for my veterinary education. I graduated from NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000.

I have owned my own general practice in Rocky Point NC since 2006. I see dogs, cats, pot bellied pigs, birds, small ruminants (sheep and goats), and horses at my practice. I also have a strong background in veterinary behavior, positive reinforcement training, clicker training, and working/sport dog breeds. I am a nationally recognized animal trainer with Bald Eagles through the non-profit, Cape Fear Raptor Center, that I founded in 2012. I have also trained many home-bred German Shepherd dogs to a national competition level in IPO police dog sport. I have a strong background working with K9 handlers, police departments, and other types of dog sports such as Schutzhund/IPO, agility, and service dogs. In my veterinary practice, I am sought for veterinary behavior consults for aggressive behavior, anxiety, house soiling, separation anxiety, inter-dog aggression, feline behavior and aggression, and bird behavior.

I enjoy spending my free time with my husband and our 2 children. We have lots of dogs, 2 cats, a bunch of birds, and a farm full of eventing, hunter jumper, and dressage horses. When we are not showing horses, or working on our farm, or training Bald Eagles, we also like to fish! Needless to say, we stay busy!

North Carolina does not allow telemedicine as a means for a valid Veterinary Client Patient Relationship, so advice is the most I can help you with, but behaviorally, my advice is very sought after! I cannot, nor do I very often, prescribe medication for behavior modification.

Location
  • Willard, NC, US
Spoken languages
  • English
Species treated
  • Dogs (Canine)
  • Cats (Feline)
  • Birds (Avian)
  • Horses (Equine)
  • Farm Animals
Areas of interest
  • End of life/Hospice care
  • Behavior
  • Immunology
  • Dentistry
  • Dermatology
  • Emergency
  • Endocrinology
  • Cardiology
  • Neurology
  • Oncology
  • Parasitology
  • Animal Welfare
  • Nutrition
  • Ophthalmology
  • Preventive
  • Sports Medicine
  • Soft Tissue
  • Orthopedics
  • Ophthalmology
  • Theriogenology
  • Toxicology
  • Radiology
Licenses
  • North Carolina, US
Capabilities
  • Consult on diet, nutrition & exercise
  • Consult on general health & wellness
  • Consult on behavioral issues
  • Navigating nutrition from the new baby to the senior pet
  • Optimizing your new puppy or kitten experience
  • Tips and tricks on pet grooming techniques
  • Pet training, house training and litter box training

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4.9
10 reviews

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Nicole

August 2022

Dr. Joni was amazing and answered all of my questions. She addressed all of my concerns and gave me a lot of extra information/resources regarding my new parakeets. She provided reassurance, and I will definitely use her for any future concerns.
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Dale

July 2022

A fantastic alternative to trecking out to my regular vet, just wanted some reassurance that things we fine with my dog and left the conversation feeling things were fine. Thank you Dr Jonie.
M

Myron

July 2022

Needs to be shaved down and treated
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Beth

June 2022

Dr Shrimp was very nice, answered all my questions and help me better understand my next steps.
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Ashley

May 2022

Great experience
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Nicole

May 2022

Really enjoyed talking to Dr. Joni. She was very thorough, answered all my questions, and gave me wonderful detailed report on what to do next. Thank you!
K

Kelly

February 2022

She gave us peace of mind about our Lila girl! Thank you!
M

Mike

December 2021

Dr. Shimp was very helpful, she listened to our concerns and provided information during the call. She also sent us links to review with additional information. The information she provided enabled us to make timely decisions regarding our dog’s issues.
C

Cole

October 2021

Thanks your help and peace of mind
J

Jenna

September 2021

Helpful tips and advice. Thank you!

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