EAST SIDE ANIMAL HOSPITAL - Key Persons
Ashley grew up in State College, Pennsylvania, where she received her Associate Degree as an Administrative Assistant. She moved to Owensboro in 2015 with her Pit Bull, Rocco, and added (foster-failed) Zora to the family in 2019. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, drawing, and cuddling on the couch with her dogs.
Ashlynn graduated from Owensboro Community and Technical College in 2020 with an Associate in Science. She has background experience assisting in animal care and veterinary assistance and began working at East Side Animal Hospital in February 2023. She lives with her family's five dogs Sam (toy poodle), Baylee (standard poodle), Mitzi (chihuahua/Yorkshire terrier mix), Gracie (toy poodle/Yorkshire terrier mix), and Sienna (miniature poodle) and her two birds Kipper and Mariposa. When she is not working Ashlynn enjoys cross stitching and spending time with her family.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Emilee graduated from OCTC's Veterinary Technician Program in May of 2023 with an associate in applied science. In July of 2023, she passed her VTNE and became a licensed technician. She is now continuing her education as a biology major in the pre-veterinary program at KWC. Emilee has two Australian shepherds, Marley and Maggie, and Bean, a leopard gecko. In her spare time, she enjoys hanging out with friends and family, going to the gym, and playing with her pups.
Job Titles:
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
Patricia is a graduate of Owensboro Community and Technical College with an Associates of Applied Science degree in Veterinary Technology. Patricia began working at East Side Animal Hospital in June of 2023 shortly after graduating. She became Fear Free certified as of May 2021. Her professional interests are in exotic pets, fear free treatment, and is looking forward to specializing in zoo medicine. Patricia was born in Mendoza, Argentina and moved to Miami Beach, Florida at the age of two. She currently lives in Owensboro with her husband, Jason, and daughter, Angeli. She is the proud parent to a turtle, Waldo, a dog, Cocoa, and a cat, Smoky. In her spare time, she enjoys yoga, hiking, rollerblading and traveling with her family.
Robin joined ESAH as a Kennel Assistant in July 2022 after 30 years in the medical field/nursing.
Robin is a proud "fur momma" to Delilah (Shepard/Rott mix) and Leti (Shepard/Husky mix). Delilah and Leti have been a part of Robin's family since their adoptions in 2015-16.
Outside of work Robin spends most of her time with husband Zach and their three children: Jade, Harper, and Cortland. Robin also enjoys being outdoors, especially working in her flower gardens.
Tiffany graduated from Murray State University in December of 2013 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. She majored in Pre-veterinary Medicine and Animal Heath Technology with a minor in Equine Science. Tiffany has been a valued member of the East Side Animal Hospital team since September of 2014. She has four fur-babies: Wolf (husky/lab), Scooby (Chihuahua mix), Estella (pit mix), and Ki-Ki (domestic short hair cat). When she's not playing with her critters, Tiffany hangs out with her husband, reads, and kayaks.
Job Titles:
- Practice Manager
- Hospital Manager
Tracy Dant has been our Practice Manager since joining us in January 2020. Tracy has an extensive background in veterinary medicine and for 37 years has served in various roles from kennel assistant to veterinary hospital management. She enjoys working with the talented, caring, and dedicated team at East Side Animal Hospital where she can get to know our wonderful clients who are extremely committed to their pets. Tracy believes it is a privilege to be involved in the care of those pets, recognizing the joy and love each one brings to our clients, their families, and our community.
Tracy is the proud "Mamma" of two wonderful daughters, Katelyn, and Emily. She shares her home in East Daviess Co. with Fatty Patty (Calico Cat) and Little Joe (Standard Poodle). When away from her day job, Tracy enjoys various outdoor activities such as, hiking, kayaking, gardening, live music, good food and spending time with friends and family.