Darlene Aspinwall  - Practice Manager

Darlene has worked for our practice since March 1992, she began as a receptionist, then on to become a technician, and then became practice manger in 2000.  Darlene has 2 pets:  TJ & Kitty.   She is an avid reader, and enjoys gardening, and spending time with her daughter and grandaughter.  She is a member of the Veterinary Hospital Mangers Association, and has 100+ hours of continuing education.  She has holds an AA degree from SJRCC, and attended UF working on her BS degree in Animal Science & is currently a student at St. Petersburg College.  When asked why she choose the field of veterinary medicine:  " I have always had an interest in the field of medicine, and of course always enjoyed working with animals."  Her special interest in the field are emergency medicine, dentistry,  and orthopedics. 

Shelby Hoadley - Receptionist

Shelby has worked for our practice since 2002.  Shelby has attended 2 years of veterinary receptionist training and has a certificate for both years.  She has 20+ hours of continuing education from attendence at the The North American Veterinary Conference.  She is a student at SJRCC, studying business administration, and plans to transfer to UF next spring.  Shelby's has a particular interest in radiology, obstetrics, and client communication (customer service).  When asked why she choose the field of veterinary medicine:  "I have a love for animals, and being a part of a team that is dedicated to helping all the little critters is a great feeling."  She enjoys spending time with her daughter, going to the beach, the springs, running, and trips to the mountains.  She has also had the opportunity to swim with manatees.

Felician Tapley - Receptionist / Technician

Felicia has worked for our practice since 2003.  She has 9 pets:  3 dogs, 3 horses, and 3 casts.  She enjoys riding her horses, spending time with her family, and being a grandmother to her 5 grandchildren (with 2 more on the way).  Felicia has had the opportunity to travel throughout the years, and has enjoyed and seen many beautiful places, some of her favorites are:  Niagra Falls (Canada), the islands, San Fransico, and Paris, France.  When asked why she choose the field of veterinary medicine:  "I have always had compassion for all animals and just want to help them all, domesticated and wild.  What better place to be able to help them."  Felicia's special interest is equine.  She feels they are wonderful animals.  "They never forget, but will forgive us!!"

Ali Lackey - Technician / Receptionist

Ali has been a technician with our practice since March 2007.  She has 9 pets: 5 cats, 2 rabbits and 2 chickens.  she has an Associate of Arts degree from St. Johns River community College and is graduating with her Bachelor's of Science degree in Animal Sciences with a specialty in Animal Biology in Spring 2009.  She plans to attend the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine to pursue a degree in small animal medicine with a specialization in feline medicine.  Her hobbies include reading, scrap booking, fishing with her husband and spending time with her family.  When asked why she wants to work in veterinary medicine, Ali replied, "It is a mix of my two passions: animals and medicine."

Connie Boisseau - Kennel Assistant

Connine has worked for our practice since 2008. 

Vicki Andreasen - Receptionist / Administrative assistant

Vicki began working for our practice in July of 2008. 

Melissa Maloy - Kennel Assistant

Melissa began working for our practine in 2007

Kristen Andreasen - Kennel Assistant

Kristen began working for our practice in July of 2008

Genia Purves - Technician Assistant & Receptionist