Meet the Veterinarians of Bayshore Veterinary Hospital

My passion for animals and education has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. It wasn’t a surprise, when in 6 th grade, I made the decision to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine, and I never waivered!

We are fortunate to live and practice in proximity to state-of-the-art Emergency Hospitals, Veterinary practitioners skilled across various specialty protocols, and the most current advances in diagnostics. I want my clients to have access to all of this for their pets. My strongest advice to clients is that they obtain pet insurance immediately, preemptively preparing for any major medical event that might occur.

To have your pet in need of specialty care and be limited by financial constraints is a heartbreak no pet owner should face. Pet insurance makes access possible! The most rewarding part of my career is the opportunity to be part of a pet’s journey with their family. To be entrusted with their care is an honor that I respect and treasure. When I’m not working, I revel in spending time with and caring for my horse Ichabod, who is now 35 years old!

I also love to combine my continuing education with my passion for travel, and as time permits, I enjoy yoga, dancing, walks in the park, bike riding, reading, and experiencing life by learning new things!

What is your favorite comfort food?
Anything involving raw fish and rice (sushi, poke…) with macarons (one “o” not two) being a close second!

If you weren’t a vet, what career could you see yourself in?
I had a difficult time choosing between art school and vet school! If I weren’t a vet, I’d be a nature photographer.

What do you do in your spare time?
Favorite pastime activities include playing in dirt (aka gardening), hiking, and anything “foodie” related.

If you could give only one piece of advice to pet owners, what would it be?
Never take a single moment for granted. Hug your pet(s) every day. And remember to laugh, even when they do something naughty. For example, what does it taste like when you mix chicken stock with vanilla soy milk? I don’t know, but you can ask my cats who decided to puncture (slaughter?) unopened cartons of each and knock them off the counter, resulting in a lovely tributary of savory and sweet.

What is your favorite quote about animals?
It’s actually my favorite quote in general.

“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.” – Winnie the Pooh

If you weren’t a vet, what career could you see yourself in?
If I wasn’t a vet, I would love to be a teacher and track coach like my husband, because I see how rewarding it is for him. I love to run and share my enthusiasm for it with others!

What do you do in your spare time?
In my spare time, I love to spend time with my children, and spend time doing things outside. I especially love to run and bike in the woods, swim in the ocean, and work in my garden. I also enjoy fostering and bottle feeding a litter of kittens from the shelter every spring.

What is your favorite comfort food?
I don’t really have a comfort food, but I can never say no to chocolate or a good cup of coffee!

What is your favorite vacation spot?
My favorite vacation spot is the Jersey Shore. I’m lucky enough to be able to live there, too!

What is your favorite quote about animals?
“Saving one dog will not change the world, but surely, for that one dog, the world will change forever.”

What Made You Choose This Career: My first pet was a kitten named Fuzzy. I adopted her when I was 5 years old. From that point on, I wanted to be a Veterinarian!

If Not A Vet, What Would You Have Been: A Foreign Diplomat…I also love learning other languages.

Favorite Pastime: Ultra Marathons and Horseback Riding/Ride n’ Tic

Do You Have Any Pets: Parsley, a 2-year-old Husky Mix, who loves to run with me. And Pika, a 15-year-old Jack Russell Terrier who loves hiking. Additionally, I have 2 cats named Fezeywig and Yosee, plus my retired pony Poppy!

My Favorite Book: The Unbearable Lightness of Being by Milan Kundera, and My Favorite Movie is Casablanca.

Favorite Vacation Spot: The Alps

1 Piece of Advice I Share With My Clients: Enjoy every moment you have with your pets…

Favorite Quote About Animals: “Humanity’s true moral test, its fundamental test…consists of its attitude towards those who are at its mercy: animals.” Milan Kundera. Also, “No hour of life is lost that is spent in the saddle.” Winston Churchill

What Has Been The Most Rewarding Part of Your Career: I worked in Shelter Medicine, and in addition to treating countless strays for heartworm disease, I was fortunate to be able to actively participate in the incredibly rewarding process of helping at-risk animals find new homes.

Since joining Bayshore, I consider myself extremely lucky to be able to work with a wonderful staff that shares the common goal of providing the best possible care and compassion to our clients, and the pets they love!

Why Did You Choose This Career: In early Elementary School, we were asked what we wanted to be when we grew up. Veterinarian was my answer, and I never waivered!

If Not A Vet, What Would You Be: A Pediatrician

Family Info: I have 4 children, 2 sons and twin daughters!

Do You Have Any Pets? Kipp, a 1 ½ year old Golden Retriever male neuter. Indy, a 5-year-old Golden Retriever male neuter. Otto, a 13-year-old Doberman male neuter.

Does Anything make any of your pets unique? Kipp is a big, handsome Golden who was born with no tail! His different appearance, coupled with his warm and beautiful personality, made him a natural choice to become a certified Therapy Dog with Bright & Beautiful.

Things I Enjoy Doing In My Free Time: Running, Reading, Travel…My favorite trip was to a wildlife orphan rescue in Africa! And now that Kipp has completed his training, I truly love volunteering with him in Senior Homes, Hospitals, and Schools!

My Favorite (book, movie, song, etc): My favorite book is All Things Bright and Beautiful by James Herriott. My favorite song is by Lewis Capaldi…Wish You The Best.

Anything Else You’d Like To Share? One of my daughters is in school studying to be a Veterinarian… She attends the University of Pennsylvania …truly “following in my footsteps!”