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The Roanoke Animal Hospital team of skilled veterinarians welcomes you to our practice. Proudly serving the Roanoke Rapids area. At Roanoke Animal Hospital, it is our daily privilege to provide quality vet care to your cherished pet, with compassion and competence. We hope to ensure a positive impact on our patients, pet owners and the local community.
Riddick Ricks, DVM
Dr. Ricks is married to Alice, to whom he gives credit for raising two fine sons, Ben and Will. Ben is a fisheries biologist and Will is a wildlife biologist. Alice is a valuable business advisor for Dr. Ricks and the hospital. Numerous pets have owned Dr. Ricks but currently, he is under the direct scrutiny of two rescue cats, Bessie (pictured) and Cyprus. Dr. Ricks loves living and practicing in Roanoke Rapids. He could not imagine living in a better area anywhere in the country especially for raising a family and providing the outdoor experiences he enjoys. He was selected as Northampton County Forester of the Year in 2005. Planting wildlife and wildflower food plots to increase habitat and food for bluebirds, songbirds, quail, turkeys, rabbits, and deer is an annual commitment of his. Dr. Ricks and Alice are very interested in identifying wildflowers, and documenting their identification and location in photo journals. Oklahoma State University Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine (1978) Oklahoma State University Master of Science: Chemistry (1978) North Carolina State University Bachelor of Science: Animal Science, Poultry Science, Pre-Veterinary Medicine A visionary, Dr. Ricks enjoys mentoring young people and veterinary professionals alike to achieve their goals. During his career, some of his greatest joys relate to seeing those he has mentored achieve success in their lives. Dr. Ricks serves on the advisory board of Christian Veterinary Missions and has taken four mission trips to Haiti and Africa to help facilitate the needs of those less fortunate. For over 11 years, Dr. Ricks produced the popular “Pet Pointer” radio and newsprint program where he signed off with “Always Remember, A Healthy Pet is a Happy Pet.” A leader within his profession, Dr. Ricks is a member in good standing of numerous associations, including the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Animal Hospital Association, and the North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association. In the recent past, Dr. Ricks served as a Regional Medical Director, where in addition to his medical director responsibilities at the Roanoke Animal Hospital, he mentored and supervised over 50 veterinarians in 6 states. For 10 years, Dr. Ricks served on the Medical Advisory Board of a premier national veterinary healthcare organization. While serving in that capacity, he was selected as the outstanding veterinarian of the year. An innovator, Dr. Ricks has a modern and progressive practice philosophy that is client centered. He embraces modern technology, has spoken to veterinary groups across the nation, and has held training labs to share his knowledge with others. Dr. Ricks is certified in ultrasound imaging. He is a certified orthopedic surgeon and has had extensive training in cardiology, radiology, internal medicine, and dermatology. Dr. Ricks took a leadership role in a ground breaking national initiative to better address the health needs of senior pets. This has resulted in standardized senior wellness exams for older pets. He has been a noted speaker across the nation on this important initiative. Dr. Ricks especially enjoys caring for dogs and cats as they advance in age and is committed to their care and longevity.
Shannon Jarchow, DVM
A native of North Carolina, Dr. Jarchow has been living and practicing medicine in Roanoke Rapids since 2004. She started her scientific career in biochemistry, obtaining her master’s degree studying the structure and function of cancer proteins. Yearning for more, she then moved into education and taught chemistry to the talented students of St. Mary’s Episcopal School in Memphis, Tennessee. She found veterinary medicine to provide the ideal combination of her love of teaching and scientific investigation. Graduating from the University Of Tennessee College Of Veterinary Medicine, she moved back to her home state and has enjoyed watching Roanoke Rapids grow. Dr. Jarchow’s many talents, compassionate attitude, and expansive veterinary skills make her a stellar asset to the medical team. Considering her special interest in feline medicine, it’s not surprising that her oldest nephew Nathan calls her the ‘cat doctor’, a moniker reinforced by the three cats that greet her every evening.Oreo, Indiana, and Hawkings, ages 10, 8, and 3 provide her with unending displays of humor, affection, and mischief.
Jeanetta Morris Chappel, DVM
Dr. Chappell is married to Jonathan.She came to Roanoke Animal Hospital from the North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007 and has already proven herself to be a talented veterinarian. Starting her education as a Mountaineer at West Virginia University, she obtained her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Animal Sciences. She moved to North Carolina in 2001 and quickly found she loved the people and the weather in her new home. Having grown up on a little farm in a small West Virginia township, Dr.Chappell appreciates the special gifts of living in a small town and is enjoying calling Roanoke Rapids home. She brings to Roanoke Animal Hospital a warm and caring heart for all our clients as well as a “can do” attitude. Dr. Chappell has a comprehensive skill set including an amazing diagnostic ability. Her contribution to the medical team makes us extremely versatile and well rounded.
Dr. Chappell shares her home with three wonderful pets. Cindy and Shelby, two redtick hounds, are her newest additions to the family. Smokey, at 15 years, is the grand old duke of the household and demands respect. When she is not working with animals, Dr. Chappell loves to read and discover new music of all types.
Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:00pm
