Nitro came to us as a stray on October 30th, 2007. We believe sent by our previous kitty “Madame Crunchy”. He was adopted out once, only to be returned to us with the statement “he’s too needy”. Needy as he was, Nitro quickly found his place, usually on top of the front desk, or on a bed set up for him in the chart room, and into all of our hearts. Nothing seemed to phase him, leading him to almost be a “scooby snack” on multiple occasions. He ruled the roost, and had many at his beck and call for treats and cuddles – on his terms of course!
Nitro, may you always have a warm, comfy bed, endless treats and a friendly touch to make you purr.
We will miss you, always!
Forever in our hearts,
Your CAH Family.
Jessica Englund Jones grew up outside Concord, New Hampshire surrounded by animals in a small rural community. She spent much of her childhood on horseback, eventing at many of the farms that she eventually would return to as a vet! She attended Williams College in MA, and graduated with a major in psychology. After a year “off” to work as a vet assistant in Uganda, Dr Jones attended Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University in Grafton, MA. In 2000, she graduated with a DVM and an interest in working with horses as well as cats and dogs. For five years, she split her time between equine farm calls and small animals in NH & VT. Before settling down permanently, Dr Jones accepted a one-year position as a sole practitioner at a small animal veterinary clinic in Auckland, New Zealand. Returning home, Dr Jones was hired for an associate position “with ownership potential” at Country Animal Hospital in the spring of 2006. In November 2012, Dr Jones was extremely fortunate to be able to purchase CAH from it’s former owner. Since then, she has very much enjoyed getting to be a part of this tight- knit community and to meet so many people that love having pets as part of their family. Jess is married to Andrew (who provides IT support to the clinic!), and they have three very active children, two dogs, a cat, three horses, and cows during the grass-growing months. Outside of work and family time, Jess can usually be found riding her horse, playing any sport but most particularly soccer or ice hockey, or attending a church function.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2006
Education: Tufts University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – 2000
Lynne Martin received a BS in zoology from Colorado State University then worked for the Colorado Division of Wildlife as a field biologist for 3 years. An interest in wildlife diseases led her back to CSU for her DVM. As a veterinary student she continued to work with wildlife disease projects and interned for a semester at the Denver Zoo. After graduation she entered private practice for 10 years in New Hampshire to work with exotic pets as well as cats and dogs. In 1993 she left private practice to work for a year at the Wildlife Center of Virginia where she had the opportunity to work with many east coast species including bobcats, black bears and raptors – even a cougar kitten. Once again back in the northeast, Lynne settled in Barnard where she joined the team at Country Animal Hospital and volunteered her services to VINS (Vermont Institute of Natural Sciences), caring for injured and captive raptors. She has been with Country Animal Hospital since 1994 and continues to enjoy seeing the non-traditional pets. She lives on her small sheep farm with her husband and two kitties.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 1994
Education: Colorado State University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – 1982
Dr. Erika Keady has spent her life living all over the Unites States. Hailing from Southern California, Maine, and Ohio, she is happy to have settled down in the beautiful state of Vermont. She received a double Bachelor’s degree in Biology and Animal Sciences from the University of Maine and went on to receive her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from The Ohio State University. Erika became a vet because of her love of animals and the human animal bond. She joined the Country Animal Hospital family in 2012, and has become an essential part of our team. Erika shares her home with her husband, two daughters and their four-legged kids Wilba and Bodie. When not working, Erika enjoys the outdoors, water sports, movies and traveling.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2012
Education: Ohio State University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – 2010
Laurie Livingston grew up in Michigan and attended Michigan State University. She received a B.S. in Microbiology and Public Health in 1980 and her DVM in 1985. She has been practicing veterinary medicine in Vermont since then and is very excited to be part of the team at Country Animal Hospital. Her interests include dermatology, dentistry, internal medicine, surgery and end of life care. She and her husband have a dairy farm, 3 adult sons (none of them farmers) and a Border Collie named Rowan. She enjoys riding her horse, ice hockey and stand up paddle boarding.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2018
Education: Michigan State University, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine – 1985
Megan Gibeley Webster is a true New Englander, having lived in NH, MA, CT, and finally settling down in Barnard, VT. She grew up with a love of small creatures, science, and nature. After receiving a Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences at UVM in 2012, she worked as a veterinary assistant in NH for 2 years before realizing her passion for veterinary medicine. From here, she attended Tufts Veterinary School in Grafton, MA, and then completed a rotating internship at Pieper Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center in Middletown, CT. Megan has joined the CAH family part time, and can be found working full time at Burlington Emergency and Veterinary Specialists (BEVS) in Williston, VT. When not pursuing her love of emergency and general medicine, she enjoys hiking, traveling, and working on the new home she shares with her husband Brodie, terrier mix Milo, and rabbit Honey Bun.
Joined Country Animal Hospital: 2023
Education: Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University – 2018
Dina Bahrawy attended Tufts University and graduated from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She was fortunate to explore her interests in marine animal medicine through various internships including the New England Aquarium in Boston which she had always loved visiting as a child. But she has also always loved Vermont, despite the lack of ocean life, and has enjoyed working with families to care for their pets in Vermont since 2006. Dina especially enjoys counseling owners on best ways to care for their senior pets with a focus on promoting the best quality of life possible. In her free time, Dina enjoys playing outdoors in every season and especially loves winter hiking with her dogs, George and Mr Piffles, and swimming in the ocean with her daughters.
Joined Country Animal Hospital Team: 2024
At a young age, Kathy knew that she wanted to be involved in working with animals. At the age of 16, she got her first job as a kennel assistant at a veterinary clinic in her home town. Throughout her high school career, she worked up to being a veterinary technician assistant. Kathy attended Vermont Technical College after high school, where she graduated with an associates degree in Veterinary Technology. She has been working in the veterinary field for over 20 years and joined Country Animal Hospital in 2004! She enjoys the everyday challenges of being a technician, but especially enjoys surgery, radiology, and lab work. She also has experience in animal dentistry and has taken on the role of technician supervisor. Outside of work she enjoys spending time with her husband Bill, enjoying the great outdoors including, camping, hiking, water sports, snowmobiling and construction.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2004
Education: Vermont Technical College
Michele’s love for animals has been ever growing since she was a child. Her career with animals started at a local rescue where she cared for rescue dogs until they found their forever homes. Her journey here at Country Animal Hospital started during college, where she started out as an intern and has been with us ever since! Michele enjoys all the responsibilities of being a technician and is always looking for ways to gain knowledge and advance within her career. In Michele’s free time she enjoys spending time with family, friends, her husband and their two dogs, Moose and Bailee.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2014
Education: Penn Foster College
Because of working at the local dairy farm, Kayla always knew she wanted to work with animals from a very young age. After high school, she attended Vermont Technical College and graduated from the Veterinary Technician program in 2015. She then moved to South Royalton one year later, but still makes sure to make time to visit her cows and horses who live in Castelton, VT. In Kayla’s free time she enjoys crafts and spending time with her family and animals.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2018
Education: Vermont Technical College
Julie spent her childhood growing up in Seattle, Washington. She decided to settle in the Northeast after graduating in 1996 from St. Lawrence University. Julie obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Economics and played four years for SLU Women’s Ice Hockey team. After spending some time at home raising her two sons and working various part time jobs, she joined the staff at Country Animal Hospital full time in February 2009. Outside of work, Julie enjoys traveling, outdoor activities, and spending time with her family.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2009
Education: St. Lawrence University – 1996
Olivia grew up on a small farm in Randolph Vermont constantly surrounded by all kinds of different animals. She took an interest in all things animal related at a very young age. By the time she was in middle school she knew that she wanted to be a veterinary technician. After graduating high school she enrolled in the Veterinary Technology program at Vermont Technical College. In her free time Olivia enjoys riding horses, coaching gymnastics and spending time with her dogs, cats, horses and donkeys.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2021
Education: Vermont Technical College
Danielle has been in the veterinary field for over 4 years, and has served in a variety of roles throughout her career. Through that, she has found that direct patient care is her preference, though she also enjoys connecting with their owners. Having 2 German Short haired pointers, she has a soft spot for sporting breeds.
Danielle lives in Brookfield with her husband and 2 dogs, as they pursue their dream of cultivating a homestead.
Joined Country Animal Hospital Team: 2023
Austin knew from a young age that he wanted to work in a field that would allow him to help animals. After graduating from High School, he moved to Florida and worked as a line cook for a couple years to save money and figure out what career path he wanted to pursue. After spending some time in Florida, Austin quickly began to miss the mountains and valleys of his home state. Realizing this, he moved back to Vermont and currently attends Vermont Technical College as a Veterinary Technician student. He’s thoroughly enjoying learning what it entails to be a Veterinary Technician and Is very happy to be apart of the CAH team! He’s excited to start his career as a Veterinary Technician and to make a difference in the lives of animals.
Joined Country Animal Hospital Team: 2023
Abbie feels she has finally found a home here at Country Animal Hospital. Between loving the people she works with and all of the animals she meets, Abbie has found a place she feels excited to go to every day. Growing up as an only child with her parents, she had a cat as a child, and currently has a miniature schnauzer, Diezel. Abbie graduated high school in the spring of 2022, and after an attempt at the college life, decided to enter the working world. Quickly realizing the typical 9-5 office life wasn’t for her, Abbie applied for the kennel position here, which grew into working in doggy daycare with Taelor. In her free time, Abbie enjoys reading, spending time with family and friends, and binge watching her favorite TV shows.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2023
Growing up on her family Morgan horse farm, Shanna realized early on that her connection to animals is strong and that she would one day be working alongside them in some capacity. Her journey started at a local animal hospital where she gained experience and became more confident in her connection with our furry four-legged friends, and helping nervous dogs feel safe. When she was unable to have a dog of her own, Shanna would gather dogs from their homes for pack hikes and river walks around the twin states. In her free-time she likes to spend time with her rescue dog, Journey, on a mountain, or soaking up some sunshine in the garden with her cat, Mama Toes.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2024
Growing up on a dairy farm and surrounded by many household pets and horses, Sydnie knew from a young age that animals would always be a large and important part of her life. After graduating with a degree in Animal Science from UVM she knew she wanted to pursue a career focused on animal care and wellbeing. Outside of work Sydnie enjoys spending time with her growing family and animals.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2024
Monica graduated from NH Vocational Technical College in 1986 with an AAS as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Since then, she has worked in the mental health field doing medical billing and has also run her own cleaning business. Monica and her husband, Rod live in Royalton with their 2 boys; Tarkin and Justin. She has worked at Country Animal Hospital since 2006 as a receptionist and has also brought with her, a friendly and out going personality. Whatever the time of day or stress level, you will see Monica with a cheerful smile! Outside of work she enjoys camping, geocashing, skiing, snowmobiling, and crafts. Monica’s pride and joys are her 2 goldens “Allie”- 3.5 y, and “Rosie- 7 y.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2006
Education: NH Vocational Technical College – 1986
After the closing of the dental office Valerie worked in for 28 years, she decided she was ready for a change. Valerie joined the CAH staff as a receptionist in February of 2017. She loves animals and has always had cats and dogs throughout her life. Valerie lives in Barnard with her husband Delmar, Daughter Megan, son Hunter, 4 cats and dog Rosie. Outside of work, Valerie enjoys the ocean, camping, kayaking and spending time with family.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2017
Megan is from South Strafford and graduated from Thetford Academy, and Hartford Area Career & Technology Center in 2012. In her free time she enjoys photography and is looking to pursue a career in photojournalism. She is taking a break from classes at Community College of Vermont for Digital Communications to challenge herself with work she has never done before. She chose a local business with animals because of the love she’s had for them since childhood and wanted to learn how an animal hospital operates. This is her first time working at such an establishment and is so glad she chose Country Animal Hospital.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2016
Kathleen grew up in Northwestern Vermont where she raised her four amazing, now adult children. Some recent life changes have allowed her to explore new areas in Vermont, and she has recently relocated to beautiful Orange County, where she and her partner reside in Brookfield. During her time off, she can be found enjoying kayaking, Snowmobiling, 4 wheeling and SxS riding throughout New England, or just at home, reading a good book. She is also looking forward to spending some time with her two new grandbabies. Kathleen is thrilled to have found a place that she enjoys working at and is looking forward to getting to know all of our patients.
Joined Country Animal Hospital Team: 2024
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2024
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2024
Erica was born to work with dogs. She has a natural connection, and true respect for each individual animal. She has been dog grooming for 20 years. During that time she opened and operated a successful grooming business; Dog Gone Style in Waitsfield. She has been part of the team here at CAH for 9 years. She enjoys working closely with the staff to address the needs of each client. Erica prides herself on her excellent handling skills. She also enjoys building a close relationship with each dog that she grooms.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2008
As well as working as a certified veterinary technician, receptionist and cat groomer at Country Animal Hospital, Jenn also has a small, diversified farm in Royalton. She raises organic vegetables, poultry, eggs and meats that she barters with the rest of the hospital staff. Rarely does a day pass when she isn’t holding, hugging or kissing dogs, cats, chickens, lambs, llamas or horses! Jenn says that her favorite part about working at CAH is the camaraderie among the staff and the combination of professional veterinary medicine delivered with down-home caring and concern.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 1997
Education: M.S. Wildlife Biology and Conservation A.A.S Veterinary Technology SUNY Delhi
Taelor has been called the “dog whisperer” ever since she was a teenager. She grew up in Florida with her best friend, Moose the Chocolate Lab, where they both helped their neighbors train and rehabilitate their dogs. To her core, she believes there is no such thing as a bad dog. After COVID, Taelor and her wife, Niki, packed up what they could in an RV and left Florida with their 3 rescues: Montie the Boston Terrier (RIP), Mika the 13 year old Parti-Pom, and their newest addition, Big Mac, who is a 80lb 11 year old Pitbull. Through their travels in the south, Taelor worked at an animal shelter in Tennessee where she cared for over 50 dogs. Taelor’s passion is to have a sustainable homestead farm and a safe place for LGBTQ+ people to go if displaced or in need of shelter. She believes our generation has the ability and responsibility to make our already connected world a more hopeful, stable, and peaceful place. Outside of homesteading, Taelor loves being handy, playing basketball, and anything on a board: paddle, skate, surf, snow. And of course, spending time with her wife, friends and animals out in nature.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2023
Nancy is at the heart of our amazing team of kennel staff that takes care of your four legged family members. If your pet boards here, she knows them by name and cares for them like her own. Nancy is a caretaker at heart – be it four legged animals, or our clinic staff members, or our wonderful facility. Nancy is Mom to seven children and Grandma to ten. I don’t know how she has time for us but we are glad she does.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2006
Joan truly enjoys meeting all the pets who come to Country Animal Hospital and helping to make their stay comfortable and happy. Joan grew up in Michigan where she was active in 4-H with her rabbits, horses, and the veterinary science club. She attended Michigan State University and Oakland University where she earned a B.A. in English and subsequently held a variety of jobs in the publishing industry. Her interest in the bond between humans and animals led her to take a 6-month course in Equine Guided Learning at Horse Spirit Connections in Ontario, where she was certified as a facilitator for EGL. When not looking after the animals at CAH, she enjoys her family, spending time with her horse Molly, trail riding, admiring her cats, knitting, reading, and writing.
Joined Country Animal Hospital: 2022
Connor was born and raised on a little farm in Brookfield, where he spent most of his time around animals of all shapes and sizes. He currently lives in Randolph Center with his partner Jennifer, and their three cats, named Dot (oldest at 6 years old, and is currently posing in the picture), Millie (3 years old, is a little ball of anxiety, and is also referred to as “Munchkin” or “Buttmunch”), and their youngest, Eve (almost a year old, and due to her crazy temperament, is lovingly referred to as “Demon” and “Psycho”). He currently works part time with Nancy on the weekends, and is working towards a degree in Environmental Science during the week.
Joined Country Animal Hospital Team: 2023
Aline grew up on a small family farm surrounded by and loving animals. At the tender age of 12, she began volunteering and working at various rescues caring for dogs, cats, and horses. Later on, she raised, fostered, and provided basic training to many potential guide dogs for Guiding Eyes for the Blind, and raised, trained, and showed Quarter Horses. She originally joined the CAH team in 2017, and after deciding retirement wasn’t for her, she returned to her loved position in 2023. She happily resides in her hilltop home with her husband Cliff, five dogs, three horses, and kitty. In her spare time, she enjoys playing with her dogs, trail riding, carriage and sleigh driving, sailing, kayaking, and fishing trips with her husband.
Joined Country Animal Hospital team: 2017
