From a very young age, Erin has had a huge love of animals. She has her Associates degree and was going to school to become a Veterinarian. She is passionate about The Caviler King Charles Spaniel breed and is owned by three of them Ava (pictured). Her home is also shared with a 3 legged cat named Toulouse, a Flemish Giant Rabbit called Mr. O'Malley, a Hotat Rabbit called Mirabel and two guinea pigs, Toothless and Gandalf
Jodie Weston, our senior technician, was a client for many years before coming on board our staff in early 2004. She comes from an extensive background in retail customer service and her strongest asset is an excellent ability for dealing with the public. Jodie also excels in the fine art of handling our often anxious feline patients. She has a Boston Terrier named Jagger (pictured).
Nicole Staudt has been with us since the spring of 2018. She has been the lead technician in the pharmacy at CVS, a company for which she has worked for since 2006. She has an immense love for animals, often referring to her job here as her own personal therapy. Nicole has one fur baby, a handsome shepherd-pit mix named Milo, who is pictured here with her.
Chrissy Amaral is an experienced receptionist who has been working in the veterinary field for over 20 years. Chrissy is dedicated to creating a welcoming, compassionate, and supportive environment for clients and patients. She brings professionalism, warmth, and efficiency to our front desk. Chrissy enjoys spending time with her four children and caring for her own pets; two cats and a dog. She has recently been promoted to “Gigi”, a role she proudly embraces as a grandmother.
Shaunna is a veterinary technician and has been a member of our team since 2023. She has one dog, four cats, four guinea pigs, and a beta fish - most of them being rescues. She is an alumni and active member in the Rhode Island 4H and has a passion for drawing and sewing. She loves to curl up with a good book and her favorite patients to see are the “spicy” kitties.
Lisette has been working in veterinary medicine for over 15 years. She graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a Bachelor's Degree in Animal Science/Pre-Veterinary Studies and has been a licensed veterinary technician since 2020. She has experience working with both companion and large animals, and has a passion for equine sports medicine. She has two goldendoodles, Arya and Gemma.
Nicole has been a member of our team since 2024. She is a mom of two - a little girl and a little boy. She also has two dogs and two cats. Nicole has many years of managerial experience and a great love for animals. She is an alumni and an active volunteer in the Rhode Island 4H. She loves to be surrounded by her family, and has a passion for cooking and gardening. Her hobbies include puzzlemaking, crocheting, and reading
