Staff

Reception

Erin Turner

Hello, My name is Erin and I have been working with Northwest Animal Hospital since the end of July 2022. I am a receptionist here and enjoy the fast paced aspect of my job as well as the diversity it brings. I have two dogs at home, a treeing walker hound named Ben who is 6 years young, and a Redbone hound mix named Ryker who is 1. In my free time I enjoy coloring, watching TV, and playing with my pups.

Technicians

Bobbi Stellman

Hi, My name is Bobbi Stellman and I started working at Northwest Animal Hospital in 2013 as a Veterinary Technician. I have 2 dogs, 3 cats, a crested gecko, and a turtle. In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my animals, doing projects around the house, traveling, and spending time with my daughter. The best part about my job is helping the patients before, during, and after the healing process.

Ericca Peinado

Hi! My name is Ericca Peinado and I started working for Northwest Animal Hospital in October of 2015 as a Veterinary Technician. I have 2 dogs, 3 cats, a gecko, and a tank full of fish. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, gaming, and hanging out at the park with my kiddo. The best part of my job is loving and caring for the patients.

Adriana Leiter

Hi I’m Adriana and I started at Northwest Animal Hospital in March of 2016 as a receptionist and kennel attendant. In August of 2019, I became a veterinary technician. I have 1 cat, 1 dog, and a bearded dragon. In my free time I like to hang out with my dog, go hiking, travel and I love trying new brunch places! The best part about my job are the patients and the constant learning. 

Heather Dennen

I’m Heather. I’ve been with Northwest Animal Hospital since April 2018. I’m a certified Veterinary Technician. I have two cats, Princess Graycie and Princess Luna. In my spare time I like to spend time with my kids and grandkids. The best part about my job is having the opportunity to help owners and their pets in good times and the bad.

Hannah Meszaros

I joined Northwest Animal Hospital back in August of 2015. I am a technician but have also been in kennel and reception. I have 2 dogs, 2 cats, and a bearded dragon. I like to spend time with my family and be outdoors in my free time. The best part about my job is getting to be a part of saving their lives, and watching our long time patients grow.

Amanda Skogen

I started at Northwest Animal Hospital in June of  2019 as a Kennel Tech and moved my way up into the position of Veterinary Technician shortly after. Previous to that, I spent time training dogs with behavioral issues and helping home shelter dogs that would’ve otherwise been euthanized. I have 1 dog and 2 cats with a lifetime history of being a pet owner. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, especially outdoors. We love camping and hiking and go whenever possible. The best part about my job is helping animals heal and recuperate.

Lexi

My name is Lexi, and I joined the team at Northwest Animal Hospital in September, 2020 as a technician assistant, and have since become a technician. I have one chunky cat named McCoy. When I’m not working, I’m playing outside with my daughter and husband! I love the team of technicians and doctors here at Northwest Animal Hospital, and how we are able to bond through our mutual love of animals. Our patients are also very cute, which is a huge plus!

Miranda Dyer

My name is Miranda and I am a Vet Technician at Northwest Animal Hospital. I’ve been working at Northwest since August 9, 2021 and had been in vet practice for 4 years prior. I have 3 fur babies, Delilah (5 year old Pitbull), Anarchy (3 year old Chihuahua), and No Face (1.5 year old cat). I enjoy reading at home, playing video games, and spending time with my daughter Anabella. The best part of my job is being able to protect a person’s best friend, no matter the animal or situation.

Amanda G.

Hi! I’m Amanda G. and I started working for Northwest Animal Hospital in April of 2018 as a Veterinary Technician. I have 4 cats – Jack, Joker, Salvator, and Sunny. In my free time, I enjoy being with my husband and kids camping and exploring the outdoors. The best part of my job is getting to care for sick and injured patients and see them go home with their families.

Sara Jewett

I joined Northwest Animal Hospital in October 2020 as a Kennel Attendant and moved to Veterinary Technician in May 2022. I have 1 cat of my own named Ryder, and 2 dogs and 2 cats with my family. In my free time, I enjoy reading, drawing, and hanging out with friends and my cat. I think the best part of the job is simply having the opportunity to work in the field because I have always loved animals since I was a little kid.

Santana Smith

Hi! I’m Santana and I joined Northwest Animal Hospital in December of 2022. I have 3 mini schnauzers, 1 cat, and a leopard gecko. I like to ride horses in my free time. The best part of my job is all of the animals I get to interact with!

Kennel Technicians

Kelsey Dicus

I have been working in the veterinary industry since October of 2015. I started out as a Kennel Tech at Northwest Animal Hospital. Due to unforeseen circumstances, I had to move to Texas where I am from, in 2018 where I continued working as a Kennel Tech for Belton Small Animal Clinic. There I met my Fiance Trenton. After 4 years, I was called back to my old job here to help the kennel become better, giving me the title of Kennel Manager. Between Trenton and I, we have 4 dogs, Ranger, Rooster, Delilah, and Chico. In my spare time, I’m either hanging out at home, with family and friends or going for walks. The best part of my job is seeing the clients and patients happy with the care that is provided by this clinic.

Jacqi Jenkauski

My name is Jacqi Jenkauski, I joined the Northwest Animal Hospital team as a Kennel Attendant in May of 2024. I have a lovable, 6 year old cat named Athena and she is a Cancer, just like me. In my free time, I like to roller skate, going at least 3 times a week! What I love most about my job is the connection I have with my coworkers.  

Abigail Barber

My name is Abigail Barber, and I have been a kennel attendant at Northwest Animal Hospital since June of 2024. I grew up on a farm raising cattle and have a year-old border collie named Enzo. When I am not at work I enjoy being outdoors doing anything from snowboarding to swimming. I have enjoyed every day I have been working at Northwest, I love working with all of the unique animals and can’t wait for the many years to come.