Our Team at Richland Hills Animal Clinic
Melanie
- Richland Hills Clinic Manager
What I do at Penny Paws: Provide leadership and guidance to our great Reception team at the Richland Hills clinic
Hometown: Cawood, North Yorkshire, England
First Pet: Tiny, a mixed breed dog who went from house to house getting fed by all the neighbors!
Current Pets: Bella, 3-year-old Maltipoo with attitude and Bailey, 1-year-old Poodle mix with a pea size brain!
What I like best about helping animals: The joy I see on our clients’ faces when we have helped their pets to start to feel better, and of course all the puppy kisses that I receive on a daily basis!
Chelsea
- Technician Team Lead
What I do at Penny Paws: Help the doctors take care of the animals, prep & monitor patients for surgery, dental cleanings, and pet all the dogs.
Hometown: Weatherford, Texas
First Pet: A cat named Grimmie.
Current Pets: a mutt butt named Peavey
What I like best about helping animals: You feel at home and can be yourself. Everyone is genuine and compassionate about every pet that comes in.
Lanie
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: I assist the vet with all services and give the pets tons of love.
Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas
First Pet: A dog named Benji
Current Pets: Pancake, Jack Russell mix & Keoki, Siamese mix.
What I like best about helping animals: I love that I am advocating for the animals, they can't express themselves like we do. It makes my heart happy to know when I come to work that I truly do what I love. Pets are not just pets, they are family!
Delilia
- Licensed Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: Assist the doctors to provide the best possible care for our clients and patients.
Hometown: Arlington, TX
First Pet: Cali, a stray Calico kitty
Current Pets: 3 Chihuahuas: Chloe, Shadow & Q
What I like best about helping animals: Knowing that, whether it's a preventative vaccine or a life-saving treatment, that I've made a difference in an animal's life.
Loralea
- Technician Shift Lead
What I do at Penny Paws: Assist the doctors in rooms and surgery and provide a loving hand or shoulder to cry on whilst loving on all the pets even if they use me as a chew toy!
Hometown: Haltom City, Texas
First Pet: Reba - Blue Heeler
Current Pets: Bear - Mastiff, Ragnar - Pit/Husky mix, Lexi - Kitty, 2 human kids!
What I like best about helping animals: Being a voice for the pets when they can't. "You have not lived today until you have done something for someone who can never repay you" - John Bunyan
Maddie
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: Assist the doctors in surgery and in rooms, placing catheters, drawing blood, monitoring the sleeping babies.
Hometown: Colleyville, Texas
First Pet: Bella - Golden Retriever
Current Pets: Lucy - kitty cat
What I like best about helping animals: If they're sick they can't tell you what's wrong so it's like solving a puzzle and it is so rewarding when you are able to put the pieces of the puzzle together and solve the problem
Karina
- Customer Support Representative
What I do at Penny Paws: Answer phones, schedule appointments and provide great customer service.
Hometown: Arlington, TX
First Pet: Fluffy, a Japanese Bobtail
Current Pets: Buddy, a Pomapoo (fluff ball), Squirtle, a Painted Turtle
What I like best about helping animals: I love being a part of helping the fur babies owners/parents with any questions or concerns they might have.  Also being able to love on all the fur babies.
Kristen
- Certified Veterinary Assistant
What I do at Penny Paws: I assist the technicians and ensure the animals are as comfortable as possible. I help run tests, assist in surgery, shots and much much more!
Hometown: Eastland, Texas
First Pet: Suki, a blue heeler mix
Current Pets: 3 dogs, 2 cats, 12 hens, 1 rooster and 2 20 gallon fish tanks!
What I like best about helping animals: I love helping animals because they love so unconditionally, no matter what. They have no voice and I push to be that voice for them.
Randi
- Lead Receptionist
What I do at Penny Paws: Greet clients, answer phones and ensure our clients are treated well while waiting for their appointments. Provide leadership and training to the Front Desk team. I also help out the technicians when needed.
Hometown: Indianapolis
First Pet: Baby (Doberman)
Current Pets: Stevie (Pit Terrier), named after Stevie Nicks
What I like best about helping animals: It just makes me feel good to know that every fur baby gets the best treatment from our clinic and the owner knows we are here for them no matter the circumstance. Our fur babies are our family and they deserve the very best in life.
Kayla Holsopple
- Receptionist
What I do at Penny Paws: Greet clients, answer phones, schedule appointments, provide great customer service and much much more.
Hometown: Mansfield, TX
First Pet: A dog named Shadow
Current Pets: Echo (Pembroke Welsh Corgi), Rosco (Rottweiler), Mamma Cat (Maine Coon), Zorro (Maine Coon), Lobo (Maine Coon) and Lil’ Bit (Axolotl)
What I like best about helping animals: Being able to help people help their pets fills my heart and soul with joy
Alexandra Byrd
- Veterinary Assistant
What I do at Penny Paws: Assist Technicians by bringing patients to rooms or treatment area, getting weights, giving tummy rubs and yummy treats!
Hometown: Sacramento, CA
First Pet: A cat - Nayra
Current Pets: Nayra (cat), Tobias (cat), Hermes (cat), Sora (dog), Invi (dog), Rena (dog), Koopa (turtle), Seras (snake), Aura (snake), Rynji (snake), Gohma (tarantula)
What I like best about helping animals: All the cuddles and kisses and the knowledge that I help their day be just a little bit brighter!
Niki Matthews
- Receptionist
What I do at Penny Paws: I meet and greet our wonderful customers and their fur babies
Hometown: Denton, TX
First Pet: A Dachshund named Itchy
Current Pets: 3 dogs, a kitty cat and 3 guinea pigs
What I like best about helping animals: I've worked in Vet Med for over 10 years in various roles, the takeaway thus far is my pure love for animals. I look forward to meeting yours.
Our Team at Arlington / Mansfield Animal Clinic
Alyssa
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Allison
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Damika
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Alicia
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Tamara
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Brandi
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: Along with the Veterinarian, I help provide the care and support the client needs for their pet's health.
Hometown: Arlington, Texas
First Pet: Labrador retriever mix named Jack
Current Pets: A chiweenie named Ginger that is known for her radar ears
What I like best about helping animals: I love to see the relief clients have when they receive the health care they need for their pet and of course giving the fur babies scratches and rubs! Giving back to the animals means the most to me.
Morgan
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: Help keep the clinic running smoothly by helping my coworkers and helping give vaccines or cleaning up!
Hometown: Mansfield, TX
First Pet: A Pomeranian named Cocopuff
Current Pets: 2 dogs and 2 cats! Hunter- a great Pyrenees mix, Mickey- a chihuahua mix, princess- a calico cat, and peanut- a tan tabby
What I like best about helping animals: I love being able to love on the animals and make them comfortable. I love checking up on them by seeing them get better and grow up!!
Matilyn (Mattie)
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: As a veterinary technician, i assist our amazing doctors with anything they may need. I do everything from monitoring pets under anesthesia, to cleaning up after them when they get too excited. I love talking to clients and bonding with their sweet pets.
Hometown: My dad was in the Navy and we moved all of the time, so I don't really have a hometown.....but I graduated high school in Whitney, TX and still live near there, so let's go with that.
First Pet: An orange tabby named Huey that I found in an abandoned barn near my house when I was 7.
Current Pets: Â I currently have 36 pets -- 13 dogs (yes, they all live inside), 8 cats, 6 goats, 4 donkeys, and 2 horses.
What I like best about helping animals: I like that I can be a voice for those who typically go unheard.Â
James
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: As a kennel tech, I oversee your pet’s safety, health and happiness as they board in our facilities. I keep their area, along with the entire clinic, clean and tidy and form relationships with your amazing pets! As a receptionist, I answer calls, schedule appointments and ensure customer satisfaction by offering excellent customer service!
Hometown: Ft Worth, TX
First Pet: cat
Current Pets: Greta- dog, Nel Tu/ Neliel- bearded dragon , assorted tropical fish
What I like best about helping animals: seeing a happy animal live to its potential.
Jessica
- Veterinary Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: Help pets stay healthy and live their best life.
Hometown: Dallas, Tx
First Pet: A German Shepard named OsoÂ
Current Pets: A husky named Lobo and a Pomeranian named Lucky.
What I like best about helping animals: Having the opportunity to watch them get better after being sick.Â
Naylie
- Kennel Tech/Assistant
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Angela
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Meagan
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Lara
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Hannah
- Receptionist
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Gunner
- Resident Doctor
What I do at Penny Paws: I help my mom take care of your babies. I also offer emotional support to our surgery and hospitalized patients so that they know they are going to be okay!
Jolie
- Resident Doctor
What I do at Penny Paws: I help my mom take care of your babies. I also offer emotional support to our surgery and hospitalized patients so that they know they are going to be okay!
Our Team at Grand Prairie Animal Clinic
Alyssa
- Practice Manager-Grand Prairie Clinic
What I do at Penny Paws: Manage and operate our full service animal clinic
Hometown: Born & raised in Grand Prairie, Texas
First Pet: A Border Collie named Nikki that my parents got me for Christmas when I was 7
Current Pets: An 11 year old Pittbull named Jackson & a 9 year old Pittbull named Major
What I like best about helping animals: Animals are so resilient and they love unconditionally. Being able to help give care that provides them a full happy life is amazing
Dakota
- Kennel Technician
What I do at Penny Paws: Kennel Technician, AKA Professional Doggy Play-time Provider. While most of my day is taken up with keeping the kennels clean and assisting the doctors and staff, my favorite thing that I do is taking the dogs outside for play time. I also dish out dinner ( and maybe a few snacks) and do my best to keep all of our pets (and even the humans) happy and ensure they enjoy their time at Penny Paws.
Hometown: Grand Prairie
First Pet: Maggie a Rottweiler
Current Pets: Riley the chihuahua
What I like best about helping animals: Animals are so full of love and they are purehearted but they can’t speak for themselves. I love coming into work and being the voice of our pets and helping nurse animals back to health. I like to make sure happy pets STAY happy and healthy. Your pets are our family and I love that.
Mikayela
- Veterinary Assistant
What I do at Penny Paws: Veterinary Assistant
First Pet: Dachshund named Alex
Current Pets: Izzy, an Australian Cattle Dog mix and Sadie, a catahoula mix
Nancy
- Veterinary Assistant
What I do at Penny Paws: I am a veterinary assistant completing her co-op for tech school
Hometown: Duncanville
First Pet: Max, a bird
Current Pets: Luna- tortie cat; Snicky Doodle- Chihuahua; Chloe - Westie X; Peanut & Bubba- Chihuahuas
What I like best about helping animals: Knowing that, at the end of the day, I have helped at least one animal live a healthier life.
Brisa
What I do at Penny Paws: Everything! Except manager/doctor duties
Hometown: Dallas, TX
First Pet: Thomas the turtle
Current Pets: Sir, a mean, 2 year old cocker spaniel; Nala, a rude, 1 year old grey tabby
What I like best about helping animals: Animals help you back by teaching you to love, care and to be patient without saying a word. Even though they may not be feeling their best, they still always try to perk you up.
Megan
- Tech Assistant
What I do at Penny Paws: Tech assistant, receptionist and mobile clinic super star
Hometown: Arlington
Current Pets: Jim Halpert - Grey Tabbey; Pam Beesly - Calico
What I like best about helping animals: Making a difference for both the pets and their families. My work helps me see the value of giving without expecting anything in return.
Selina
- Customer Care
What I do at Penny Paws: I work on the customer care team.
Hometown: Grand Prairie, TX
First Pet: Chihuahua named princess Leah and a Siamese named FeFe
Current Pets: Genkidama (Pitbull), Scooter ( Schnauzer), Nala ( pitbull), Spike (pitbull), Shadow (rabbit)
Our Team at Desoto Animal Clinic
Zuleima
- Practice Manager
What I do at Penny Paws: Manage and operate our full service animal clinic
Hometown: Desoto, TX
First Pet: Bella
Current Pets: Bella, Rambo, Shiba, Nin, Sir Boots, Peluche
What I like best about helping animals: Being able to educate clients. I also love helping animals because if veterinarians didn’t exist there would be no one else to speak for him. I love being in this field and helping animals live longer.
Lauren
- Reception Team Lead
What I do at Penny Paws: Ensure all clients and patients have all of their needs met as well as schedule appointments and check patients in for their appointments
Hometown: Clovis, NM
First Pet: A red heeler named Chipper
Current Pets: Three cats named Gerard, Mooney, and Cleo
What I like best about helping animals: How rewarding it is to know that you made a difference in the pet and/or owners life
OUR TEAM AT SAN ANTONIO ANIMAL CLINIC
Brandy
- Veterinary Technician- Team Lead
With over 5 years in veterinary medicine, Brandy cherishes the constant learning from diverse cases. Outside work, Brandy's life is filled with joy from her six dogs, ranging from Great Dane/Cane Corso mix to Chihuahua, six cats (including a sphynx!), a bearded dragon, and a hairless fancy rat. She finds relaxation in reading, movies, and Pokemon GO adventures with her wife and dogs.
Olivia Miller
- D.V.M., Chief of Staff
Olivia Miller grew up in the upstate of South Carolina where she received her BS in Animal and Veterinary Science from Clemson University. She then continued on to Auburn University's College of Veterinary medicine where she met her husband Jarrod and they both graduated in 2015.
Dr. Miller has practiced small animal medicine in Texas, Alabama and Florida as her husband traveled with his career in the Army. She greatly enjoys senior pet care, preventive medicine and dermatology. In her spare time she enjoys gardening, reading, embroidery and anything related to Harry Potter. She and her husband love to travel, explore the outdoors, and spend time with Wash and Rory, their two dogs.
Elizabeth
- Clinic Manager
Liz has been in the veterinary field for 20 years. She started right out of high school working in the kennels but eventually transitioned to the front desk due to her passion for client care. Her favorite part of the job is building relationships with the clients and their pets and helping educate them in preventive care. She loves reading fantasy and sci-fi books and spending time with her family and two dogs.
Anyssa
- Client Care Specialist
Anyssa Guerra is 30 years old and has been working in the veterinary field for almost 6 years. She's a receptionist here at Penny Paws Animal Clinic in San Antonio. She has two dogs, a pit mix named Hercules, who is 6 years old, and a cavapoo named Wednesday, who is a year old. She also has a cat named Miss Waddles, she is 4 years old. She loves animals and helping them. She has always taken care of many different kinds of animals growing up on a ranch, this is where her love for animals began.
Jenee
- Client Care Specialist
Jenee helps maintain the front desk by answering the phones and scheduling appointments while providing great customer service. Her favorite part of vet medicine is the care given to the patients when they’re at their most vulnerable. She has a Pitbull/Boxer mix named Harley and a Boston Terrier named Simba. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking with her dogs and playing volleyball with her daughter. She also enjoys just spending time with her family and her fur-babies.