Staff

OUR VETERINARIANS

Erin Anderson, D.V.M.

Dr. Anderson obtained her D.V.M. degree from The Ohio State University Veterinary School in the spring of 2002 and joined us shortly thereafter. She completed her undergraduate studies at Denison University in Granville, Ohio, in 1999.  "Dr. A." has five cats, all domestic shorthairs: Alphie, Haley, Bonnie, Clyde, and Bear. She enjoys kayaking and other outdoor activities.

Paul Badeau, D.V.M.

Dr. Badeau started volunteering for our clinic when he was only 14 years old.  He began working as a technician in April 1997 and continued working here as he attended the University of Connecticut.  In 2003 he received his undergraduate degree in Pathobiology from UCONN and left us to obtain his D.V.M from the University of Minnesota (2007).  Fortunately, he returned shortly after graduating to re-join our staff as a veterinarian. Dr. Badeau chose to return to our clinic because of our "family-like" atmosphere and because we offer one of the highest case-loads in the area.  He enjoys the diversity that our emergency clinic offers and appreciates the collaborative effort that this 18 doctor practice provides. His special interests lie in dentistry and alternative medicine.  At home, Dr. Badeau has 2 cats, Mojo and Achilles, and a seven-year-old German Shepherd named Zooma.  When he's not working, Dr. Badeau enjoys flyfishing, camping, hiking, metalsmithing, and attending New York Yankee baseball games. 
 

David Coley, D.V.M.

Dr. Coley started his BVH career in June 1973 after graduating from The New York State College of Veterinary Medicine at Cornell.  He had completed his undergraduate course work at Cornell's New York State College of Agriculture.  He chose to come to BVH because of our reputation as a progressive practice, with the added benefits of multiple doctors and a clientele that includes dairy farmers. Dr. Coley enjoys working with farm animals, though, sadly, there are fewer farms today than there were in the 1970s. His area of small animal expertise is dentistry and he regularly participates in dental short courses, as well as other continuing education seminars. The Coleys have three dogs; a Golden Retriever named Indy; a Chihuahua cross, Cody; and a German shepherd, Daphne. Their cats are Jasper, Max, Brownie, and Minerva. They also have a chinchilla named Rosie; four birds, Louie, Piglet, Emmy, and Ariel; four snakes, Popsicle, Rosie, Dan, and Little Ann; and thirteen tarantulas!   

Sonja Gotler, D.V.M.

Dr. Gotler obtained her undergraduate degree from the University of Rochester in 1995 and her Doctorate from Purdue University in 1999. After graduation, she completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Cornell University and acted as an instructor in clinical pathology at Cornell.  Dr. Gotler joined our professional staff in January of 2002, finding the working atmosphere, skilled staff, and the availability of 24-hour care appealing.  Dr. Gotler's special interests are clinical pathology, surgery, and ultrasonography.  In her free time, she volunteers at Horse of Connecticut. She has two cats, Lenore and Lilly; a German shepherd/Aussie mix named Skippy, and a Golden Retriever named Elsa.  She is an avid reader and enjoys writing and hiking.

Edward K. Grace, D.V.M.

It might be said that Dr. Grace "grew up" at BVH, starting first as a youthful volunteer, then as a veterinary technician, and finally as an emergency clinic veterinarian.  He completed his pre-veterinary studies at the University of Connecticut in 1983 and his Doctorate at Purdue University in 1988.  He rejoined the BVH veterinary staff in 1994 due to, as he says, "the challenge of seeing large numbers of difficult cases in a practice that remains down-to-earth".  Dr. Grace has been a member of the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board since 1995.  His other extracurricular activities include running, cross-country skiing, and coaching Cross-Country at Coventry High School.

Kim Griswold, D.V.M.

Dr. Griswold joined us as a technician in 1996 while attending Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine.  She graduated in May 1999 and continued with us as a veterinarian.  Dr. Griswold chose to stay with us because she appreciated the dedicated staff of quality doctors and skilled technicians, our on-site laboratory services, and the availability of 24-hour care.  Her special interest is in treating dogs and cats.  She currently has two 3-legged cats, Austin and Trudy.  Dr. Griswold enjoys birding, reading, and watching movies.

Shonna Kalos, D.V.M.

Dr. Kalos previously worked at BVH as a veterinary technician from December 1998 until April 2003.   She graduated from UCONN in 1999 with a B.S. in Animal Science.  In 2003 she began attending Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine located on the island of St. Kitts in the Caribbean.  She graduated with her D.V.M. in 2006 and went on to do a small animal internship focusing on emergency medicine at North Carolina State University.  Fortunately, Dr. Kalos returned to our practice in July 2007.  She missed our family here and knew that returning would provide her with the opportunity to learn from our seventeen other veterinarians.  She  also wanted the opportunity to practice emergency medicine in addition to performing surgery and wellness examinations.  Dr. Kalos currently has two cats, Oscar and Maya, whom she adopted while in vet school.   

Ashleigh Kopec, D.V.M.

Dr. Kopec came to BVH in May 2005 after receiving a B.S. from Rutgers University and a D.V.M. from Tufts.  Dr. Kopec chose Bolton Veterinary Hospital because of the "quality of medicine practiced in a large family-like environment" and also because of the great clients.  Her special interests include treating exotic pets and emergency medicine.  Dr. Kopec has one ferret named Caesar, two cats called Parker and Leo, and a lab mix named Dakota.  Outside of work, Dr. Kopec enjoys hiking, camping, running, and skiing.  

Connie Lee, D.V.M

Dr. Lee graduated from Cornell University and joined our staff in 2005. Her special interests in the veterinary field are general practice and medicine.  Dr. Lee chose Bolton Vet for its location and wonderful doctors.  She enjoys the diverse cases and appreciates the staff for their support, level of knowledge, and experiences shared. "I tend to smile and laugh a lot here," she says. Her outside interests include wine and food tasting, reading, skiing, traveling, playing the piano, and playing Nintendo.  She's a champion at Super Mario Kart!  She also enjoys spending time with her husband and her dog, Marion (a retired laboratory research dog from Cornell).

Kenneth Malm, D.V.M.

Dr. Malm came to us in 1983 after earning his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University. He cites the high quality of medicine and surgery, as well as the large variety of animal species seen at BVH, as his reasons for choosing us. Dr. Malm is one of our "farm doctors," administering care to the large animals in the community. His special interests include pocket pets (i.e., rabbits and rodents), feline medicine, and internal medicine. Dr. Malm is especially skilled in soft tissue surgery.
Dr. Malm has two dogs: Nemo, a Shetland sheepdog, and a Doberman, Greta. He enjoys hiking, gourmet cooking, and traveling.

Cassandra Oswald, D.V.M.

Dr. Oswald completed her undergraduate course work with dual degrees at UConn in 1991. She earned her D.V.M. degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and joined us shortly thereafter. She had performed her externship at BVH and had enjoyed the large practice setting and the proximity of her family and friends. Dr. Oswald is an exceptionally talented quilter, and enjoys reading, painting, and hiking. She currently has three cats and several fish.

Tanya Perry, D.V.M.

Dr. Perry graduated from Atlantic Vet College on Prince Edward Island in Canada. She joined our staff in June 2002 doing relief work in emergency medicine. She became a full-time associate in June 2003. Her special interests in the veterinary field include orthopedic and soft tissue surgery with a strong interest in emergency medicine. "The combination of the high quality standard care and the excellent staff", are what she likes best at Bolton Vet. Her outdoor activities include camping, skiing, running, kayaking, hiking and swimming. Another favorite past-time is motorcycling. Dr. Perry has a Bernese Mountain dog mix named Rosie, a Border Collie mix named Eddie Murphy, Sally the Newfie and four cats Tommy boy, Re-Petie and Samsquanch, and Stewie.

Brad Pikas, D.V.M.

Dr. Pikas joined our staff in June 2005. He completed his undergraduate work in 1996 at Washington University in St. Louis, focusing on Environmental Sciences. He attained his DVM from the University of Illinois in 2003 and continued with an internship in 2004 in small animal medicine, surgery and critical care. He chose Bolton Veterinary Hospital because of its great staff with an unbelievable amount of cumulative experience, knowledge and expertise. In addition, the hospital is able to receive emergencies 24 hours a day. His special interests in the veterinary field include emergency medicine, critical care, and wildlife/zoo medicine. Dr Pikas enjoys ice hockey, in-line hockey, biking, camping and backpacking. He has three dogs, Yogi, Paris and Emma, and a cat named Ramona.

William Pomper, D.V.M.

A 1968 graduate of Cornell University, Dr. Pomper has been a member of our professional staff for 34 years. He chose BVH due to our mixed practice, as he enjoys small animals and farm animals alike. Every year, Dr. Pomper spends part of his vacation time as a volunteer for Remote Area Veterinary Services, administering to animals that would not otherwise have access to veterinary care. Dr. Pomper enjoys recreational hockey as a member of Team Buzzard, as well as backpacking and sea kayaking. He also enjoys folk music and regularly serenades our staff. He has two cats, Bobby and Princess, and one dog named Farley.


Jennifer Sim, V.M.D

Dr. Sim started working at Bolton Veterinary Hospital in May 2004. She discovered early on that the veterinarians here are very dedicated and stay for a good duration of their careers. "It's a family here at Bolton Veterinary Hospital - one big family - we take care of each other and are all special in different ways".  Dr. Sim has a B.A. from Mount Holyoke College and her V.M.D. from the University of Pennsylvania.  Exotics (small mammals, reptiles and birds), dentistry, anesthesia, and emergency medicine are her areas of special interest. She enjoys gardening, running, cycling, computers, and spending time with her pets and her husband, Don.  She has six cats, six dogs, two guinea pigs, one ferret, three chinchillas, and five birds.

Michael Tulman, D.V.M.

Dr. Tulman joined BVH in May of 1972 after graduating from the New York State Veterinary College at Cornell University. A lifelong resident of Connecticut, Dr. Tulman was born and raised in Hartford, graduating from Weaver High School and attending the University of Connecticut before pursuing his doctorate in veterinary medicine. Dr. Tulman has focused his practice on general veterinary care with special emphasis and training in general and orthopedic surgery, avian medicine, and farm animal medicine and surgery. Dr. Tulman has three grown sons: a scientist, an artist, and a college student. He shares a home in Ashford with Kari Olson, his two black Labradors (Summer and Lilly), two Shetland Sheepdogs (Mandy and Squire), five stray cats (Tom, Willow, Kailey, Denver, Don Juan, and Saber), and two geese. He has been a principal member of BVH and devoted to the practice of veterinary medicine for 34 years.

David White, D.V.M., D.A.C.V.S.

Dr. White, joined the professional staff of Bolton Veterinary Hospital in April 2007.  Dr. White was on the surgical staff at Cheshire Veterinary Hospital prior to starting his own mobile surgical practice.  He has been doing orthopedic, soft tissue and spinal surgical procedures for our practice over the past three years.  Dr. White is an excellent surgeon, handles client communication directly, and remains involved with the postoperative care of surgical patients throughout their hospitalization and subsequent follow-up.  Dr. White will be available for referral surgery and surgical consults, and our staff is available to provide 24-hour care to his postoperative patients. 

Kathryn Zyra, V.M.D.

Dr. Zyra has been practicing at BVH since 1998, after graduating from the University of Pennsylvania. She has an undergraduate degree from Bennington College in Bennington, Vermont. Dr Zyra's special interest is in small animals, especially exotic pets and wildlife. She has three house rabbits, Arthur, Cinder, and Floppy; two guinea pigs, Daisy and Donald; and a Bearded Collie mix, Aoife. In addition to spending time with her pets, Dr. Zyra is involved with dance, theater, and medieval costuming.

OUR STAFF

Karen A., Supervisor
Karen is a technician who came to BVH eight years ago with ten years of experience in the veterinary field. She has a special interest in emergency medicine and surgery but can also be found assisting in bookkeeping. Some of her outside interests include traveling, sports, camping, and spending time with her children. Her pets include an adopted three-year-old German Shepherd named Cooper; two felines, Sarah and Dexter; and an adorable mouse, Stuart Little.
Shannon A.
Shannon joined our team in September 2004.  She has a B.S. in Psychology and Biology of Animal Behavior.  She chose to come to our practice because she wanted to work at a hospital that offered emergeny services.  Shannon works as the telephone operator and discharge technician on emergency clinic.  At home, she has two dogs, Nala and Dozer, and two cats, Koa and Hina.  Shannon's special interests include oceanography and marine life. 
Jen B.
Jen began volunteering with BVH as a project for FFA in April 2004. She so enjoyed the patient variety and constant opportunity for learning that she became a permanent employee in July 2005. Jen can usually be found in the animal care and exam areas of the hospital. She also runs our space on Petfinder and will soon be taking over the adoptions page of this website! In her free time, Jen enjoys boating, visiting new shoreline towns, hiking, and water skiing. At home, she enjoys the companionship of her Chihuahua, Cody, Taffy the yellow lab, Henrietta the sheep, and Bugs Bunny, her rabbit.
Carolyn B.
Carolyn came to BVH in August 2000, having worked at a smaller clinic for a year. She graduated from the University of Connecticut in December 2002 with a degree in Animal Science. Her areas at work include reception, exam, discharge and filling in where needed. She likes working with a variety of animals that enter the hospital and is excited to be part of such a nice crew. Carolyn is especially interested in exotic animal medicine and has one iguana, two bearded dragons, six tortoises, nine snakes, two cats, three dogs, fish, rats, and mice. Carolyn's hobbies include reading, visiting Renaissance Fairs, and chasing after her two beautiful little girls. She is currently training Wren for agility trials.
Alyson B.
Alyson joined our team in April 2006.  She is currently attending  UCONN with a double major in Animal Science and Pathobiology and Veterinary Science.  Aly chose BVH for the experience of seeing a wide variety of patients and because she wanted to learn more about different animal related health problems and diseases.  She can usually be found working as an Animal Care Technician where she takes wonderful care of our hospitalized patients.  Aly has two cats, Snowball and Oscar, and one rabbit named Finn.  Aly's special interests include working with horses, milking cows at the UCONN dairy barn, traveling, and participating in various clubs at school.  She's a busy girl!
Amanda C.
Amanda began working with BVH in May 2006.  She currently works in the inpatient, exam, and discharge areas of the hospital.  She has one dog, Brie, and four cats, Tilty, Rusty, Pumpkin, and Snickers.  In her spare time, Amanda enjoys horseback riding, scrapbooking, and training Brie in agility. 

Julie C., Shadow and Volunteer Program Coordinator
Julie joined our staff in the fall of 2004 and works in the exam area, kennel, phone and discharge.  She finds working at BVH very rewarding and exciting due to the variety of animals that she encounters here.  She loves working with people she considers her friends as well as co-workers.  At home, she has one big goldfish, two doves named This and That, six beautiful felines and her darling Bull Terrier, Dinah, who is the daughter of Jackie's dog, Martha.
Shorthair.

Denise C., CVT
Denise has been with BVH since 1988, bringing with her the experience of two other hospitals.  She obtained a degree in Animal Science from UCONN and has a special interest in equine medicine.  Denise currently has ten horses, Pete, Misty, Kahlil, Pompeii, LA, Chip, Mr. and Mrs. Mini, Comet, and Vixen; four cats, Slick, Little, Jorge Pawsada, and Sheffield; and one dog, Carleigh.  Her special interests include veterinary practice management, business and life coaching, decorative painting, calligraphy, writing, Mary Kay consulting, and New York Yankees baseball.  Denise previously served on several state horse association boards and is a past Vice President of the Veterinary Health Care Team of Connecticut Board of Directors.   
Lisa C., CVT, Supervisor
Lisa attended both Becker College and UCONN and has been with us since June of 1988. She chose BVH due to our large caseload and the variety it affords.  Lisa is especially interested in feline behavior and periodically attends Cornell University's feline behavior seminars in order to better educate pet owners in the area of behavior issues.  She also works in the laboratory here at BVH, in addition to supervising our adoption program.  Lisa claims ownership of the "best dog in the world", a boxer/elephant cross named Ian, as well as a beagle, Daisy, and a beagle cross, Lily. She also has four cats, Cameron, Garth, Duncan, and Molly.  Lisa is currently planning for her newest hobby - horse ownership.  
Cheryl C., CVT
Cheryl works the overnight shift as one of our emergency technicians is trained as an anesthetist.  She has been with BVH since December 2001 and enjoys the intensity of emergency medicine.  She chose to work at BVH because of the high quality of care given to our patients and because she wants to be surrounded by outstanding doctors.  Cheryl enjoys reading, camping, and spending quality time with her daughter Brittany.  She has several elderly and special needs kitties that she considers the best cats in the world.  
Mary C.
Mary came to work for BVH in January 2007.  She graduated from UCONN with a triple degree in journalism, biology, and geography.  While working part time as a veterinary technician and working at a television station in Philadelphia, Mary realized that she wanted to make a career out of working with animals.  She chose Bolton Vet because of the diversity of cases and the fast-paced environment of emergency medicine.  Mary can be found working in both the inpatient and outpatient areas of the hospital, but her passion is working the emergency clinic.  She currently has three crazy kitties named Jiggy, Isabella, and Weezie, and she is looking forward to adopting many more pets in the future.  Outside of work, Mary enjoys competitive ski racing, hiking, kayaking, and volunteering at Mystic Aquarium where she works with stranded seals.
Carol C., Supervisor
Carol started at Bolton Vet in February 1986.  Despite the fact that she possesses a B.S. in Renewable Natural Resources, she came to our then small practice as a veterinary technician because she had experience in the field.  Over the years, Carol has come to love her job and "feels that this is her extended family."  Carol now works as a supervisor in our large hospital and spends much of her time here keeping our computer system up to date, coordinating educational animal programs, and working on expanding our facility.  Carol is the wife of Dr. David Coley and spends a great deal of time with their children, Adam and Rachel.  In her "free" time, Carol works as a Girl Scout leader, assists on the Board of Education in Columbia, and teaches Sunday school.  In her actual free time she enjoys reading, hiking, and scrapbooking. 
Carie C.
Carie began her career at BVH in May 2004.  She attended Eastern CT State University where she majored in biology.  She chose BVH because of the large variety of cases that we see and because she wanted the chance to develop her skills as a technician.  Carie can be found working in our inpatient and examination areas.  She has four cats named Kylee, Finnegan, Molly, and Alex.  In her spare time, Carie loves to cook, camp, hike, and clean up after her crazy cats!
Monique C.
Monique became a technician at BVH in April 2006.  Mo chose our practice because her pets came here as patients to "always receive the best care" and because she thought it would be great to work with people who felt that "someone else's animal was just as important as their own."  She currently spends her time here working in the inpatient area as an Animal Care Technician, making sure all of the patients have fresh, comfortable beds, clean litter boxes, and regular walks.  She also makes sure to spoil them as much as possible while they are away from their families.  In addition, Mo works in our examination area assisting doctors, weighing and admitting patients, and filling prescriptions.  She is currently a member of our Safety Committee.  Mo has two cats, Daisy and Roxy, and a three-legged dog named Tara.
Kristy D., Supervisor 
Kristy joined our BVH family in May 1996 and is one of our inpatient supervisors.  "What I like best about BVH is the teamwork and dedication of the doctors and staff.  Everyone is committed to doing the best for our patients.  The doctors are patient, kind and knowledgeable.  They are always keeping up with the changes in veterinary medicine and being open to new ideas.  The technicians are great!  They are truly the heart and soul of BVH.  Their commitment to excellence and dedication to giving the best care possible are a large part of why BVH has been so successful."  Kristy finds anesthesia, surgery, and critical patient care interesting.  She enjoys reading, hiking and exercising.  She has two beautiful chocolate labs and one crazy orange cat.
Beth D.
Beth began working at our hospital in November 2006.  For many years before coming to our practice, Beth worked at a small animal practice and, before that, a mixed animal practice.  She chose our practice because she had several friends/coworkers who had joined our staff and she was aware ot Bolton Vet's wonderful reputation.  Beth generally works at phones and discharge and often works on the emergency clinic.  At home, Beth has one Quarter horse, three English Setters, and a Jack Russell terrier.  In her spare time she enjoys horseback riding, hiking, and watching stock car races. 
Carol F., Supervisor, Purchaser 
Carol graduated from Becker College with an A.S. in Animal Science and an A.S. in Accounting and Business Administration in 1986.  She then sent out her resume to various hospitals listed in the phone book. Luckily, we were the first to call her, and she has been with us ever since! Carol is trained to work in all areas of the hospital and acts as a supervisor in those areas as well. Her special interest is in pharmacology and, along with Lori Pine, Carol manages our inventory.  She shares her home with one cat named Sally and three devoted dogs, a terrier mix named Gypsy, a goofy Standard Poodle named Lola and a Pekingese mix named Shelly.  Carol is a talented singer who also enjoys karaoke, spending time with her daughter, reading, needlework, keeping the books for her husband's business and spending time outdoors.
Amanda G.
Amanda has been part of our family since March 2005.  She works in all facets of the hospital and also helps to monitor and coordinate the internet pharmacy "Vet Store Rx".  Amanda enjoys BVH because "the working atmosphere here is great.  Everyone is willing to help you out when you need it."  During her spare time, she enjoys watching movies, reading, sewing/embroidery, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She has two beautiful cats, Maya (a long-haired kitty with a loud mouth) and Zoey (a medium-haired kitty with a passion for chasing sparkly balls).
Melanie H. 
Melanie started working at Bolton Vet in July 2006 and is currently an overnight emergency technician.  She had worked at a small veterinary practice for seven years prior to joining our team.  She chose BVH because of the high quality of care and because we offer 24 hour emergency service.  She stayed because "the doctors and staff are patient and very knowledgeable."  Melanie has one dog, Max; three cats, CC, Emmie, and Murphy; and one rabbit, Sunny.  In her free time, Melanie enjoys spending time with her husband and two kids, as well as camping, hiking, playing and watching football, and coaching her childrens' soccer teams.    
Stacey H.
Stacey came to work at BVH in June of 2000.  She has an Associates in Veterinary Technology (2003) and a B.S. in Veterinary Science (2005).  Before being hired here, at the age of seventeen, she took advantage of our great job shadow program and was able to make an informed decision about what she wanted to do for a career.  Fortunately for us, she decided that she wanted to become a veterinary technician and became an official member of our team.  Stacey can generally be found working in the inpatient area of the hospital.  She is a trained anesthetist and volunteers for the Safety Committee.  Stacey has three adorable cats named Keely, Odin, and Parker.  She enjoys spending her free time playing pool, camping, watching movies, traveling and sight-seeing. 
Lora H.
Lora is a member of our BVH team as of May 2006.  She joined our practice because there are so many different things going on and because there is always something new to learn.  Working in the field as an animal care technician, Lora has shown much interest in developing her skills as a technician.  Her special interests are parasitology and "making sure the patients are clean, comfy, and are given plenty of TLC."  In her spare time, she enjoys horseback riding, spending time with her family and friends, art, and photography.  Outside of work, Lora enjoys the company of Charlie the Chihuahua, Ruby the cat, and Ernie the parakeet. 
Kecia H.
Kecia came to our hospital in September 2007.  She spent three years attending the University of Alaska Southeast majoring in marine biology and minoring in Alaska Native studies.  She is currently continuing her education at Westfield State College in Massachusetts with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry.  The veterinarian that Kecia previously worked for had been employed with BVH in the past and recommended our clinic to her.  She can most often be found in the inpatient, telephone, discharge, and exam areas of the hospital.  Kecia currently has a cat, Mr. Elliott and a German Shepherd, Shayla, and enjoys spending her free time with her family and friends.  She greatly enjoys bowling, billiards, and hiking and fishing in Alaska.  
 Sharon J.
Sharon joined BVH in June of 2005.  She has an Associates Degree in Animal Care and works with us as a veterinary technician.  She came to our hospital because she was ready for a change and wanted the opportunity to learn more and be able to do more with animals.  Sharon works mainly on the emergency clinic, providing both customer service and inpatient care.  At home, she cares for four dogs, Molly, Mattie, Angel, and Summer; two horses, Jasmine and Geronimo; four cats, Squirter, Tabitha, Snowflake, and Muffin; and four bunnies.  Her hobbies include spending time with her horses and working with and training her two year old. 
Kristin K., CVT
Kristin joined our team in October 2003.  She spent her first year of college studying psychology but then switched to an on-line program studying animal science.  She chose Bolton Veterinary Hospital because of the 24-hour emergency clinic that we offer, as well as for the teamwork and communication oriented atmosphere.  Kristin also enjoys the endless opportunity for improving personal skills and knowledge that BVH affords.  She primarily works in our inpatient area but can sometimes be found working in the outpatient areas, too.  Her other responsibilities include training new technicians and acting as a Team Leader on many of her shifts.  Kristin has four dogs, Katera, Treu, Wrigley, and Falcor; ten cats, Fabian, Shelby, Phoenix, Willow, Maverick, Merlin, Jonezie, Cote, Owen, and Hannah; and two Nigerian Dwarf goats, Charlotte and Valerie.  Kristin's special interests include NASCAR, outdoor landscaping, flower gardening, and spending quiet time at home.     
Mike K.
Mike joined the BVH team in January 2005.  He enjoys working in the animal care, inpatient, and exam areas of our hospital.  When he is not working, he enjoys songwriting and painting.  He keeps his coworkers constantly smiling by turning even the most mundane task into a song.  Mike has two cats, Mickey and Hootie, and a beautiful wife. 
Sara K.
Sara joined our team in January 2005.  She has  B.S. in Behavioral Biology from Eastern Connecticut State University.  She chose BVH because of the expanding practice, the opportunity to fill many different positions, and because it is a student-friendly, teaching hospital.  Sara can usually be found working in the inpatient areas of the hospital.  In addition, she also monitors and coordinates our on-line pharmacy "VetStoreRX."  Her two cats, Aries (a 6 year old orange tiger short hair) and Siren (a 3 year old orange and white long hair), are described as being the most handsome, devilish felines around.
Joan L., Assistant Hospital Manager
Joan started her career with BVH in December 1984.  In over twenty years, Joan has worked in almost every area of the hospital and she is now Assistant Manager.  Joan says it feels like she and BVH have grown up together and that it is a place of great integrity.  Joan loves working with people who feel like family and who all care about the work they do together.  Her first family consists of her very supportive husband, daughter Jessica, five cats, and one dog.  All of her pets have been rescued.  Joan says her dog "Lady" adopted her when this clever canine escaped from the local pound and found her way to their backyard.  Joan's special projects at BVH include The Pet Adoption Program and The Allan Leventhal Memorial Fund.  In 2005, Joan spearheaded the first "Adopt-a-Pet Fun Day" which was a huge success.  She also enjoys the beach, working with stained glass, gardening, and reading.  Joan says she is always in the middle of a book!
Andrea M., CVT
Andrea joined us in June 2000, citing as her reasons the availability of 24-hour services as well as the excellent quality of our staff and medical care. Her special interests at BVH are emergency care and surgery. Andrea is a member of VMAT1, the Veterinary Medical Assistance Team, which operates under the Office of Homeland Security to provide veterinary care during disasters and other emergency situations. In her spare time, Andrea enjoys traveling, swimming with her Labrador Retriever, George, and spending time with her family. 

Eileen M., CVT
Eileen started working with us in the summer of 2005.  In 1992, she received the highest score in the state on her CVT exam. She works in our radiology, exam, and inpatient departments. What she likes best is "the variety of daily tasks which results in opportunities to learn new things every day. The quality of patient care is, without a doubt, as good as in any human hospital."  Eileen is especially interested in canine geriatrics and her hobbies include reading and trail riding on her horse. She has three keeshonds (providing lots of fur!), one cat, two goats, and her horse.

Delilah M.
Delilah's love of animals brought her to BVH as a veterinary technician in September of 2002.  She is currently attending school for physical therapy. In her spare time, she enjoys reading and photography.  Delilah provides a loving home for three cats, Cloud, Mrs. Kitty, and Jake.


Chelsea M., CVT
Chelsea began working for Bolton Vet in May 2003.  She possesses an Associate's in Veterinary Technology and a Bachelor's in Veterinary Science.  She chose BVH because of the large variety in cases and animals, as well as for the high level of care that we provide.  Chelsea currently works in our inpatient area as an anesthetist and Team Leader.  She has five cats, Onyx, Gabby, Sierra, Frappe, and Mickey, and two chinchillas, Minus and Squeaker.  Chelsea also fosters a Fidelco pup named Onka.  In her spare time, Chelsea plays and coaches volleyball.  
Lori P., Supervisor
Lori joined us in August 1991 because, as she says, "all the best pets come here."  She came to us with three years experience as a technician-in-training at a one-doctor practice. Along with Carol Ferrari, Lori handles our purchasing and inventory. She enjoys gardening, hiking, and music, and can answer any pop culture trivia question. Lori has one dog, a Cairn terrier named Amy, who is almost as cute as her sister, Jackie R.'s dog, Meg.
Carol P., CVT
Carol has been with us since November of 1996. She has a degree in visual fine arts but her passion is veterinary medical nursing.  "I like BVH because of its progressive attitude towards veterinary medicine and the diversity of its inpatient population."  Her interests within the field are emergency medicine and surgery.  Carol currently works mainly in our inpatient area as an anesthetist and Team Leader.  In her spare time, you will find her playing with her grandchildren, gardening, doing pottery and oil painting, and cooking.  Carol's family of furry friends includes two Shih Tzus, Daisy and Popeye, a boxer mix named Yogi, and an 18-pound cat named Floyd!
Corey P.
Corey began volunteering at BVH in January 2002 and became a permanent employee in August of that same year.  She works within many areas of our hospital including inpatient, exam, and emergency clinic. She is currently a student at UCONN in the pre-vet program.  Corey has a special interest in cows and in her spare time, she works on a dairy farm and shows cows at various fairs.  An Airedale Terrier, Toby, and Semmintal steer are part of her animal family.

Taryn Q., CVT
Taryn received her Associates Dergree in Animal Science and joined our team in September 2002.  Working within a big hospital and with a variety of patients attracted her to this position. Emergency medicine, treatments, and providing a high standard of care are all part of her daily routine.  She works in all areas of the hospital and assists the doctors as an anesthetist.  Taryn enjoys reading and creating beautiful quilts. She has a very sweet dog named Myah Mae and a chinchilla called Petunia.
Faith R.
Faith joined our staff in November of 2006 as a technician, having already worked at other small and large animal practices in the area.  She is currently a student majoring in veterinary technology.  She chose to work at BVH because of the fast-paced diversity of a large practice and loves the fact that the staff is like one big family.  Faith works in the reception, exam, and discharge areas, and also helps to maintain the website.  In her spare hours she spends time with her lab/pointer cross, Pepper, and her Standardbred endurance horse, Jonsey, and has recently added a kitten and a reptile to the family.

Jackie R., CVT
Jackie joined our staff in April 1989. She had worked as a technician-in-training at two smaller practices but sought to expand her skills. She chose BVH because of its reputation for quality medicine and stayed because of that and the family atmosphere.  She took the Veterinary Technician National Exam and earned one of the top three scores for Connecticut.  After completing the Medical Laboratory Technician course work at Manchester Community College, she became one of our laboratory technicians.  Jackie is especially interested in cytology and hematology, and outside of the lab, avian medicine and behavior.  She is an avid sea kayaker and enjoys folk and Irish music, reading, drawing, wilderness adventures, nature study, and making pottery and jewelry. Jackie has two dogs, a quirky Bull Terrier named Martha, and a Cairn Terrier, Meg, who is almost as cute as Lori's Amy; three cats, Barley, Miss Kitty, and Junebug; one ferret; and one parrots, Bonnie.
Stephanie R.
Stephanie started working at Bolton Vet in May 2006 because of the great experience that she can gain here and because of the friendly staff.  She is currently a student at the University of Connecticut.  Steph works in the exam and animal care areas of the hospital.  In her spare time, she enjoys horseback riding, and she loves all kinds of art including movies, music, painting, and drawing.  Steph's menagerie includes a lab mix named Roxy, Minnie the Boston Terrier, a parakeet called Sky, a horse named Carter, and four cats, Tootsie, Gracie, Big Man, and Marshmellow.
Jackie S., Shadow and Volunteer Program Coordinator 
Jackie came to work at BVH in June 2003.  Jackie is a skilled receptionist who primarily works the phones and discharge.  She possesses a B.S. in Business Administration from Bryant University and uses her business savvy to coordinate our Shadow and Volunteer Program and to assist Ruth with bookkeeping.  Jackie says she loves working at BVH because we are able to provide care to even the most critical of patients anytime of the day or night.  She likes to work the emergency clinic because she can help people and their pets when they are in need.  Jackie is also a busy wife and mom and spends a lot of time at her childrens' sporting events.  She travels with her daughter's softball and basketball teams and loves watching her son play hockey with the "Northeast Icedogs".  Jackie has a Golden Retriver named Molly and her family often fosters puppies for the Northstar Foundation.  To round out this clan, Jackie also has a cat named Snickers and two guinea pigs, Daphne and Scooby.
Danielle S.
Danielle began working at our practice in September 2005.  She chose Bolton Veterinary Hospital because of our large size and she has stayed because of her great coworkers.  Danielle can generally be found working in the exam area or at discharge.  At home, she has one dog called Amber, a horse named Hobson, and a rabbit called Bailey.  In her free time, Danielle enjoys horseback riding and attending horse shows. 
Joyce S., CVT, Supervisor 
Joyce has a B.S. in Animal Science and joined our team at BVH in May 1997.  She likes that the veterinarians are truly devoted to the patients' care and that the staff shows the same type of devotion.  She works in all areas of the hospital and her main interests are radiology and pathology.  In acknowledgement for all of her hard work, Joyce has recently received the title of supervisor here at BVH.  Joyce's outside interests are reading, scuba diving, yoga, and daydreaming about Hawaii.  She has twelve cats, not including the new stray that comes to visit.
Sarah S., CVT
Sarah is a graduate of Eastern Connecticut State University who has been with us since July 1999. She has a Bachelor's in Sociology and Social Relations.  She had previously worked at another veterinary clinic, but chose BVH because "it is a large hospital with many doctors and technicians who have a variety of experiences and backgrounds."  Sarah very much enjoys the nursing care aspect of our practice and can be found working in the inpatient area of our hospital.  She has four cats, two Siamese named Hocus Pocus and Abra Cadabra, and two Domestic Shorthairs named Emma and Max. Sarah also has a dog named Quinn and a hairless rat named Little. When home, Sarah enjoys reading and watching movies.
Kristin S.
Kristin came to Bolton Vet in September 2000.  She has a B.A. in Studio Art and a B.S. in Business Administration from Eastern Connecticut State University.  She was recruited while waiting tables at a Mexican restaurant and received on-the-job training from the many wonderful technicians and doctors here.  Kristin is trained in all areas of the hospital and also assists with the adoption committee, bookkeeping, coupon redemption, and building and maintaining this website.  In her spare time, Kristin enjoys spending time with her husband and family, doting upon her four wonderful cats, and devouring romance novels. 
Marchelle S.
Marchelle began working at Bolton Veterinary Hospital in November 2005.  She chose our facility for its excellent doctors and staff and because we offer 24 hour emergency services.  Marchelle can usually be found working with our clients at reception, discharge, and on phones.  She also enjoys working the emergency clinic on a regular basis.  Marchelle spends much of her spare time gardening, cooking, and doting upon her pet - a Corgi named Bailey. 
Rachel S.
Rachel started working at BVH in June 2002.  She works within our discharge, animal care, inpatient and exam areas.  Her love of animals is what brought her to BVH.  Well, that and "it's an awesome place to work!"  In her free time, she enjoys horseback riding.  Rachel has two dogs named Dutchess and Rhynn, one cat, Keiga, and one lizard named Draco.
Erin S., CVT, Supervisor 
Erin is a UCONN graduate with a B.S. in Animal Science.  She joined us in 2000 upon the recommendation of a friend and has since been promoted to the position of supervisor.  She chose BVH because "she enjoys working with animals in our educational and fun environment."  Erin is an avid hockey fan, enjoys horseback riding, and is currently competing and training in dressage.  She has two horses, Count Thyme and Chilmark; four cats, Frankie, Cooper, Ollie, and Lana; and one chinchilla named Stanley. 
Andrew T., Hospital Manager
Andy has been with Bolton Veterinary Hospital since September 1973 and is our hospital manager.  What he likes best is that "everyday is different and each day, something amazing happens at BVH."  He is a proud supporter of the Allan's Angels Therapy Dog Program, as his dog, Cedar is one of the therapy dogs.  Andy's hobbies include hiking, woodworking, and fine furniture making.  He is also a co-owner of Woodcraft Supply and the Connecticut Valley School of Woodworking in Manchester.  Andy has an Irish Setter, a black Lab, a Greyhound, and two cats.
Kate V.
Kate joined our team in July 2006 after shadowing our doctors while in high school.  She always knew that she wanted to work here as she feels that we are "the best vet around!"  Kate can be found working as an Animal Care Technician in our inpatient area.  When she is not caring for our patients, she is doting on her own three dogs - Daisy, Foxy Lady, and Zack.  Kate enjoys spending her free time with her son (the most beautiful baby boy in the world!) as well as playing billiards, camping, and having fun, any way she can.
Jillian V.
Jillian came to BVH in March 2007.  She is currently attending UCONN as a full-time Animal Science, Pre-Vet student.  She shadowed here once before she joined our staff and loved the atmosphere.  Jillian chose our practice because her own pets come here and she is impressed with the care that BVH provides.  When she is not working or studying, Jillian enjoys working with the Special Olympics, caring for the animals at UCONN, running and exercising, and spending quality time with her two dogs, Kayla and Jesse.
Sharlene B. W.
Shar is a 1997 graduate of Central Connecticut State University with a degree in Psychology. She trained as a technician at another practice, but came to us due to our  fast-paced practice with the availability of 24-hour and large animal care.  She enjoys the fact that our staff is a big family!  Shar and Vaughn have two dogs, a Bernese Mountain Dog named Mystery and a Labrador named Porter; four cats, Willow, Gavin, Isabelle, and Gabriel; a Sun Conure, Bodhi; and two chinchillas, and an iguana. Shar and Vaughn enjoy hiking, biking, snowboarding, and camping.
Vaughn W.
Vaughn, a graduate of Plattsburgh State University, joined us in June 1997 as a newcomer to the veterinary field. Aside from his love of animals, a necessary quality that we all share, Vaughn enjoys working with people. Vaughn is a competitive Freeride and Downhill mountain bike racer and usually bears a splint, bandage, or cast.
Heather W., CVT 
Heather joined our team in January 2007.  She has a B.S. in Animal Science and has a special interest in both parisitology and radiology. She chose our clinic because of our diverse staff and because we offer the opportunity for personal and professional growth.  Heather can generally be found working in the inpatient, exam and discharge areas of the hospital.  At home, she has a coonhound named Bella and two rats called Ralph and Ernie. She enjoys spending her free time with her husband and their crazy dog. 
Devon Y., CVT 
Devon began volunteering at our hospital in January 2004 and became an official staff member in September of that same year. Devon has a B.A. in music from Ithaca College and a B.S. in Pathobiology and Veterinary Science from UCONN.  She chose BVH because of our large size and because of the wide variet of cases that we see here.  Devon works in all areas of the hospital and often works on emergency clinic.  She has three cats, Panera, Atlanta, and Hobbes, a bunny named Winter and lots of fish.  In her free time, Devon enjoys hiking and reading and takes a special interest in anything having to do with pirates, zombies and music.