Meet Our Clinical Team

Smoky Tuna

Clinic Cat

Anne Shirkey

Animal Caretaker

Karrie

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Autumn P.

Veterinary Assistant

Darian Williams

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Caitlyn

Veterinary Assistant

Amanda

Veterinary Assistant

Amanda grew up in Metro Detroit. She went to Michigan State University and got a B.S. in Zoology and a B.A. in Art – she has been working here ever since! Amanda started off as a receptionist and is currently a Veterinary Assistant and Surgical Assistant at our clinic. When she is now working, Amanda enjoys creating artwork, reading, traveling, and learning other languages.

Own Pets: “2 cats. Minnie, (Minerva), a brown tabby – the mischievous one – and Natasha, (Tasha), a tortie – the loving and forgiving one.”

# of Years in the Veterinary Industry: 6

Favorite Quote: “’We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.’ -Kant”

If you could learn to do anything what would it be?: “Surf and fly planes.”

Fun Fact: “I worked at Walt Disney World for 1 ½ Years”

Jess Sutherlin

Veterinary Assistant

Jess started in the veterinary industry as an intern when she was 13 years old and is currently a Veterinary Assistant and part time puppy cuddler at Patterson Veterinary Hospital. She is married with half of a zoo at home. Jess is currently in undergrad and at Lansing Community College working towards going to MSU for Veterinary Medicine. When Jess isn’t working, she breeds fish and shrimp and enjoys skijoring and rollerjoring with her Labrador Theodore, hiking, drinking lots of coffee, painting, drawing, playing instruments, and spending time with her tons of animals.

Own Pets: “I have a sassy, spiky hedgehog named Potato Petunia that is a retired breeding /education animal from Preuss Pets. Theodore is my Lab that I skijor/rollerjor with and he thinks he is a lap dog. Salmon and Urchin are my rescue kittens from here that run the house. Then I have 5 tanks of fish that I breed. Pea Puffers are one of my favorites.”

Why did you become a veterinary professional?: “I have a love for helping all animals and love being able to make a difference.”

What do you like about working at PVH?: “We are all one big family here”

What is your favorite memory from PVH so far?: “Our PVH Olympics was the most fantastic moment”

Favorite animal: “Dogs for sure are my favorites. They are so loving and always there for you.”

Victoria Hawkins

Veterinary Assistant

Victoria grew up and lived in Holland most of her life. She went to college in Traverse City for 2 years, then transferred to Lansing Community College to get her General Associates Degree. Between Traverse City and LCC, Victoria did an online program to come a Certified Veterinary Assistant. Victoria has Shy, a 4-Year-Old Black Lab, Aries, a 3-Year-Old Husky Mix, Monica, a buff medium-coat cat, and Siff, a tortie cat. When she is not working, Victoria enjoys exercise or playing with her 2-Year-Old daughter.

Why did you become a veterinary professional?: “Besides the fact that I love animals, I have always had a fascination with veterinary medicine. I love to take what I learn and share it with clients so they can be educated.”

What do you like about working at PVH?: “My family. Always there for me and so fun to work with.”

What is your proudest moment at PVH so far?: “When I became a Veterinary Assistant. I just had this moment of wow, look how far I’ve come.”

Favorite animal: “Love all animals but any kind of dog. Big dogs.”

What is the most inspiring part of your job?: “Seeing the owners happy when they see their pets and everything is going to be okay.”

Daphne

Veterinary Assistant

Brad

Veterinary Assistant

Olivia

Veterinary Technician

Cassidy

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Cassidy grew up in Mason and went to Baker College for Veterinary Technology. She currently lives with her amazing husband and the cutest baby buy! Cassidy is a Licensed Veterinary Technician and can do most anything, including inpatient and outpatient duties. When she is not at work, Cassidy enjoys exploring nature, going on long walks with her husband, baby, and dog, running, and poetry.

Own Pets: “Annie – a very energetic, sweet, smart, goofy German Shorthaired Pointer. 3 cats – 2 spunky torties and 1 sweet tuxedo.”

Why did you become a veterinary professional? “I became an LVT because I love animals and the bond humans have with them. I want everyone to experience this bond while also giving their pet the most healthy and happy life.”

What do you like about working at PVH? “I love the variety of cases and patients we see on a daily basis.”

What advice do you have for people wanting to go into the veterinary industry? “It is not for the weak! You will work hard for the rest of your life for little money, but you’ll love every second of it!”

What are the values that drive you? “Accountability, Critical Thinking, and Passion. You need critical thinking to allow you to get from start to finish, passion to drive you every day, and accountability to see and admit your mistakes so you can grow.”

Favorite Quote: “Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault really.”

What is your favorite animal? “Hippo. No one messes with hippos.”

If you could learn to do anything, what would it be? “I would love to plan the piano.”

Mykenzie

Veterinary Assistant

Mykenzie grew up in Mason, Michigan and received a B.S. in Animal Science at Michigan State University. Mykenzie is currently a Veterinary Assistant at our clinic. When she is not working, Mykenzie enjoys camping, reading, travel, and watching tv.

# of Years in the Veterinary Industry: 6

Favorite Animal: “Orca! They are the smartest and so cute.”

Sam

Veterinary Assistant

Bella

Veterinary Assistant

Bella grew up in Clarkston, MI and graduated from MSU with a Bachelors of Science in Zoology in May of 2023. She is currently in the process of applying to vet school. When Bella is not at work, she enjoys reading, hammocking, yoga, camping, bird watching, and shooting archery.

Own Pets: “I have two black cats, one is a DSH, 7 years old, a bit chunky – his name is Ed! I also have a DLH, he is roughly 3 years old and named Tom! I also have 3 dogs at my parents that I grew up with. Bow and Hunter are rescues and Ruger is a German Shorthair Pointer!

Favorite Animal: “I love cats. I love how they all have such strong personalities and how they go about their day!”

Aubrie

Veterinary Assistant

Audrey

Licensed Veterinary Technician

Audrey grew up in Webberville and has lived their most of her life, except for her 7 years in the Navy. She joined the Navy after high school and got to learn Arabic through them. When she came home, she went to Vet Tech school at Michigan State University. She met her husband at the end of her schooling and now they have 2 kids, Samuel and Evelyn.

Audrey is a Licensed Veterinary Technician at our clinic. Her responsibilities include helping the Veterinarian treat the pets as they have outlined, perform nurse care for pets and be the communicator for the vets with pet owners. When she is not working, Audrey enjoys running, working out, gardening, reading, playing with her kids, and watching TV.

Own Pets: “Right now I have 5 cats – Muenster Cheese, Teddy Grahams, Barnie, Twitch, and Victoria (AKA Tiny Kitten). 3 Dogs – Laynee Tuesday, Boone Doc, Sniper Dash. A Bearded Dragon – Curious George, various chickens, 2 ducks, fish, and seasonal pigs.”

# of Years in the Veterinary Industry: “22years. I started as a kennel assistant, vet assistant, and now a Veterinary Technician.”

Advice for people wanting to go into the Veterinary Industry: “It’s more than just loving animals. We are their voice and advocate. We need to have a commitment to their people to help them do what is best for their pets. Vet life can be tough but there are definitely more good days and wonderful families to grow with.”

What’s the most inspiring part of your job?: “Seeing the bond people have with their pets and being able to make their lives better & longer together.”

What do you love about working at PVH?: “I love the family feel of the clinic. The support of co-workers and the cute little town of Mason.”