Dr. Hanna Schnars, DVM

The Cape Coral Animal Shelter, Cape Coral, this week announced that Dr. Hanna Schnars, DVM, has joined the affordable care veterinary clinic as a full-time veterinarian overseeing patient care for its clients.

From an early age, it was apparent to her family and friends that Schnars would dedicate her life to the care and well-being of animals. Originally from Fort Myers, she completed her undergraduate studies in animal science at the University of Florida. While pursuing her studies in Gainesville, a little dog happened along her way, or as the story goes, he came running straight into her arms. A lonesome, lost Jack Russell Terrier, he inspired her even more to pursue her veterinary degree. To this day, Jack remains faithfully by her side.

Schnars fulfilled her dream of becoming a veterinarian and graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2022. During veterinary school, she completed the Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Certificate Program as well as multiple shelter medicine externships.

“We are so pleased to have Dr. Schnars join our practice” said Cape Coral Animal Shelter Executive Director Liz McCauley. “She truly enjoys general practice and serving the community, but also has a passion for shelter medicine and the unwanted and abandoned animals we save every day. With her experience, compassion, and knowledge of new and innovative practices in modern veterinary medicine, she is the perfect fit for our expanding clinic.”

Schnars is certified in Fear Free Practices, and, with her leadership, the entire veterinary staff has also become certified. Fear Free veterinary visits reduce fear, anxiety and stress, creating an experience that is more enjoyable and safer for pets and their people.

Some of Schnars’ other interests include integrative medicine, ultrasonography, arthritis and pain management, feline friendly practices, and soft tissue surgery, all of which is offered at the Cape Coral Animal Shelter Veterinary Clinic.

With the addition of Schnars, the Cape Coral Animal Shelter’s Veterinary Clinic is once again open six days a week, Monday through Saturday. New patients are welcome, and the shelter looks forward to serving even more clients and their pets.

To book an appointment, please call 239-573-2002, extension 106.