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MEET OUR STAFF
From the moment you walk through our doors, our friendly and
experienced staff is there for you and your pet to make your visit
a happy and healthy one.
OFFICE MANAGER
LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Susan
As Office manager, Susan oversees all daily operations to help ensure that all the pets we see are treated as if they are one of our own. A routine exam and preventative testing can be very scary and stressful to your pet. She makes sure our team of professionals is trained to be caring, loving and calming to help ensure that your pet will feel as stress free as possible. She is the friendly face who will come give your pet some love as she passes through the lobby. Susan is always available to speak to our clientele about any questions or concerns they may have regarding their pet or visit.
As head licensed technician, she not only oversees every patient's care but is directly involved in the daily care and monitoring of our hospitalized and surgical patients. Animals are her passion in life. She has been working in the veterinary field for 12 years and couldn’t think of a better career choice. She received her Bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology from Mercy College and is licensed to practice in NYS.
Susan understands first hand how scary it can be to have a sick pet and will do her best to help ease anyone through such a difficult time.
She lends a helping hand to the local animal shelters when they are in need of extra assistance. Through tireless work and sleepless nights, Susan recently opened the doors to her own non-profit animal adoption organization called Blissful Strays. She works primarily with felines, but has adopted out many other species over the years. Every animal adopted out has been a stray, neglected or abused pet. You may also see her caring for a wild critter on occasion. She is also a licensed NYS Wildlife Rehabilitator and has a non-profit organization dedicated to their welfare as well. Over the years she has adopted or rescued many pets of different species and understands the amazing human-animal bond. She enjoys helping create this bond for others through adoption of animals in need.
LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Katie
Katie received her Bachelor's degree from SUNY Delhi and has been a NYS Licensed Veterinary Technician since 2006. She has been part of our team since 2009. She has always worked in specialty practice and enjoys the challenge. Katie is currently a second year veterinary student at St. Georges University in Grenada. She comes home to work with us between semesters.
LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
RECORD KEEPER
Ellen
Ellen grew up in the Hudson Valley and was an active member of 4-H and the Grange. While attending a Grange summer program at SUNY Delhi she was introduced to their Veterinary Technician program. She has always loved animals, so this became the perfect career choice for her. She graduated in 1973 ans took the first licensing exam available in NY in 1976. Over the next 20 years she worked a mixed animal practice (companion & farm animals), married and raised 2 children. She then spent the next 10 years working primarily in small animal practice ( cats & dogs). She has owned various goats, rabbits, chickens, cats and dogs over the years as well.
Now a retired Vet Tech, Ellen maintains the medical record keeping for the office. She still maintains her license and is always willing to lend a helping hand or her expertise whenever needed.
LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Suzanne
Suzanne has been a NYS Licensed Veterinary Technician for over 20 years. Her long lived passion for animals has kept her in the perfect career. Over the years, she has raised a family and has owned many animals while maintaining her position and competency as a well educated and respected Licensed Veterinary Technician.
LICENSED VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
Renee
Renee left the corporate world to pursue her passion for animals. She has a Bachelors degree in Veterinary Technology and now gets to spend her day making a difference in numerous animals’ lives. While at home, Renee spends her free time with her husband, Tim, her 4 cats and loves to ride her horse.
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RECEPTION COORDINATOR
Wendy
Wendy is our Reception coordinator. You can see her smiling face and bubbly personality most days at our reception desk. She takes great pleasure in laughing with or comforting our clients and spoiling all pets. She ensures that the entire reception staff will make you feel welcome right from the moment you walk in the door. She has been part of our team since 2006. Her genuine love for all animals makes this the perfect job for her. She has 2 spoiled kitties at home, Frankie and Ricky (adopted from Blissful Strays).
RECEPTIONIST
Tessa
Tessa has been an excited member of our team since 2008. Her great energy and compassion for all animals help make her the perfect addition to our reception staff. She has enjoyed every minute of her 7 years in the veterinary field. She is always willing to help educate our clients and the community on the proper care for their pet. Tessa also regularly foster’s cats and kittens for "Blissful Strays" Pet Rescue and Adoption. Tessa has recently married the man of her dreams, Dominic, and together with their 3 cats(1 adopted from Blissful Strays) they have the purr-fect family.
RECEPTIONIST
Brigette
Brigette has been part of our reception staff since 2010. She really rounds out are friendly, outgoing reception staff. She has a wonderful family at home consisting of her husband, Brian, her baby boy, Quinn and her 2 cats, Quigley and Loki (adopted from Blissful Strays).
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Sharon
You can often find Sharon spoiling our client's pets in the exam room. Although she has an extra special place in her heart for rabbits, she treats every pet as if they were one of her own. She has been part of out team since 2008. She a proud mom of 3 children and 4 rabbits (2 adopted from Blissful Strays), a Corgi, and a Peking duck. Sharon is studying to be a clinical nutritionist.
VETERINARY ASSISTANT
Steph
Steph has been a veterinary assistant for over 3 years. She has a very gentle and calming way with all the animals in our office. She will be the outgoing personality you are likely to have accompany you into the exam room. If your pet likes treats and cuddling, then Steph will be sure to spoil them during their visit. When Steph is not working, she spends time spoiling her military husband, Dan, her dog Honey, her 2 cats, Eibi and Miko and her 2 Guinea Pigs, Tiffany and Olive. Steph is currently taking classes to become a Licensed Veterinary Technician.
ANIMAL CARE
Adrienne
After being a “Domestic Goddess” for many years while raising 3 children, Adrienne deciding to continue her desire to care for others by joining our team. She helps to keep our patients comfortable while in our care by walking and feeding them, making sure their houses are comfy and clean and fills them up with cuddles and kisses. She is also a foster parent to the kitties of 'Blissful Strays" Pet Rescue and Adoption.
ANIMAL CARE
Paula
Paula’s passion for animals in has kept her working with them in various settings for over 20 years. She enjoys the challenges that come with providing an excellent environment for every patient. She helps to ensure that our hospital stays fresh and clean.
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