ANIMAL CARE HOSPITAL OF MORRIS - Key Persons
Christina Graduated from the veterinary technician program at Fox College in 2013 and worked in general practice for 10 years after graduating. She joined the team at Animal Care Hospital of Morris in November of 2023. She shares her home with her husband and two daughters as well as her senior dog Chance, a Border Collie/Beagle mix. She loves helping patients and in her spare time enjoys activities such as trail walks, fishing, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.
Job Titles:
- Veterinary Technician
- Veterinary Technician Program at Fox College in 2013 and.
Christina Graduated from the veterinary technician program at Fox College in 2013 and...
Daniel came to Animal Care Hospital in June of 2022 with 13 years of experience in both general and emergency practice.
Danielle came to Animal Care Hospital in June of 2022 with 13 years of experience in both general and emergency practice. She started her veterinary career at age sixteen working in the kennels of a veterinary practice.
Danielle previously studied Zoology and at home cares for two geriatric Chihuahua mixes. The reason she loves working in the veterinary fields is that "It never really feels like work because she loves what she does."
Job Titles:
- Customer Service Representative
Deb Joined Animal Care Hospital of Morris in November 2021. Her lifelong involvement with animals has included horses, hunting dogs, therapy dogs, many family pets including a duckling her daughter brought home one day. She is the mother of 3 beautiful daughters and the grandmother to 8 amazing and talented grandchildren. Deb and her daughters spend a lot of time together; vacationing, playing cards, and attending their sporting events.
Deb is a graduate of MCHS and worked as a VP Executive Administrative Assistant for 38 years at Exelon Nuclear. After her retirement she also spent 5 years at Morris Hospital as a human resources assistant. She joined the ACH team on a part-time basis and looks forward to getting to know our wonderful clients and their amazing pets.
In her free time, she loves flower gardening, vacationing, and fishing. She holds many fond memories of spending time with her parents in the north woods of Wisconsin and Michigan.
Dr. Bauer holds a Bachelor or Animal Science from Western Illinois University and a...
Dr. Sarah Blair joined Animal Care Hospital July 2022. She completed her undergraduate work at Aurora University in health science and Graduated from the University of Illinois, College of Veterinary Medicine as a DVM in 2013.
Julie and her husband share their home with their beautiful daughter and several dogs.
Growing up, dogs were always considered a part of our family and they have always held a special place in my heart. I loved helping out on the farm: feeding the goats, horses, and chickens and I guess you could say I have always had a caring and nurturing soul especially with my animal friends. As I grew older, I thought I wanted to go into the human nursing field. I took classes in high school for nursing and worked in nursing homes for several years, but always felt something was missing. In 2001, I began working as an assistant at Animal Care Hospital and knew I had finally found my calling. In 2007 I enrolled in the vet tech program at Joliet Junior College and achieved my dream of working in the veterinary field as a "nurse" for pets. I can truly say I love my job and the joys it has brought to me over the years have far exceeded anything I could have imagined. Every day I am challenged to continue learning in order to provide for all the patients under my care.
My husband, daughter and I share our home with 1 very loving and demanding dog & 3 cats, I can honestly say they are my world! In my free time my family and I enjoy spending time outdoors. We do a lot of boating, water skiing, fishing, hiking, and bike riding. My daughter is my pride and joy. I love spending time with my family and friends.
I have learned to cherish the small things in life, because in a blink of an eye everything can change.
Katie joined the team at Animal Care Hospital of Morris in June of 2023. Working here is her first job in the veterinary field, however, she is a CNA. She is currently enrolled at Joliet Junior College majoring in Biology. Her goal is to attend medical school and become a doctor of neurology. Her hobbies include studying languages and playing the piano. She shares her home with a German Shepherd and 2 Persian cats. She loves working here because she sees how every staff member always works the hardest to do their best for the pets we care for.
Kendra joined the staff at Animal Care Hospital in 2011. Kendra is the proud parent of 2…
Job Titles:
- Customer Service Supervisor
I have always been an animal lover. My greatest childhood memory is being with my cat...
Kerri joined the ACH team in 2016 in Customer Service. She considers the wonderful teammates she works with an extension of her own family and cares for them all so very much. In addition to working with a great team of people, she considers it a bonus to be able to see and greet all the dogs and cats who come through the front door. She escpecially loves the hello kisses from puppies!
When Kerri is not at the office, she enjoys reading, watching movies and spending time with her son.
Job Titles:
- Customer Service Representative
- Member of the Animal Care Hospital
Laurie has been a member of the Animal Care Hospital team since September 2004. She and…
Having worked in customer service at Animal Care Hospital since 2004, its' been my privilege to meet some of the most amazing pet owners in the area. Working with them, along-side some of the most knowledgeable and compassionate animal health care professionals I know, is extremely rewarding! As a team, we are always striving to keep our furry family members healthy and happy. Many of our clients have been with us for years . . . if not generations. Together, we have celebrated the ups and downs along the way . . . new arrivals, another healthy annual exam result, those sometimes-elusive weight goals, illness or injury recoveries and also those lives well-loved and lived. Each time the phone rings, or the door opens, it's another chance to make a difference . . . and that's exciting!
When not at work, I'm a country girl at heart. I live with my husband Lee on the family farm where we raised our two daughters. We have a Jack Russell terrier, "Lacey", who keeps us on our toes, and is our primary source of entertainment! We have a feline friend named Ari, who is Queen of her barn domain, and we currently have three horses. . . Gigi, Lily, and AJ (the horse). If you know me at all, you know I'm a horse nut . . . and have been since I bought my first horse with my paper route money at age 14. Happiness can be found on the back of a horse! And to be honest, I'd much rather spend time in the barn doing chores, than in the house doing house work. . . any day of the week!
The other great loves of my life are our grandsons, Adian James (AJ the boy) and Dalton Lee. I can often be found conspiring ways for "Mimi and Papaw" to sneak in a visit whenever we can! In short . . .life is good and I try to live each day to its fullest!
Job Titles:
- Customer Service Representative
Mandie Joined Animal Care Hospital of Morris in July 2023. She has a background working as a CNA and a pharmacy technician. She grew up with three dogs, a pet bird, and a fish tank in her home. She currently lives with her parents and her boyfriend, her new puppy Willie a miniature daschhund.
Mandie loves the team here at the hospital, greeting the patients, and has expressed an interest in expanding her career in veterinary medicine in the future, maybe even studying to become a certified veterinary technician.
In her personal time, she enjoys reading, doing puzzles, and spending time with family and friends. She especially enjoys motorcycle trips with her dad. Her favorite animal is the highland cow and Halloween is her favorite holiday!
Matt began working with Animal Care Hospital in 2002 as a Veterinary Assistant and has…
Job Titles:
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
Stephanie joined Animal Care Hospital of Morris in June of 2023 on a part time basis. Her passion to work with animals came to her at a young age. She recalls vivid memories of helping her grandparents rescue cats and play with a menagerie of animals they cared for on their farm. She has previously worked as a CNA, before enrolling in the Joliet Junior College Veterinary Assistant program. She shares her life with a dog and a cat at home.
Her future goals are to eventually pursue a veterinary medical technology degree. At animal care hospital she enjoys learning about animal healthcare and of course seeing the many puppies and kittens that come through the door.
Sydney joined the team at Animal Care Hospital of Morris in April of 2022. Previously, she had spent several years shadowing veterinary technicians at various practices. She has stated she really enjoys seeing all of the dogs and cats.
Sydney is currently enrolled in college pursuing her degree and certification in Veterinary Medical Technology. At home, Sydney helps care for a dog, three cats, and one bunny.
In her spare time she enjoys puzzles, video games, and Legos. Sydney is also musically talented and plays the piano, clarinet, guitar, ukulele, and flute.