Carrie Quirk
Hospital Manager
Carrie has been working at both hospitals since November 1993. She has been receptionist, technician, and now our Practice Manager. She has been in the veterinary field for over 25 years.
“I started out as a kennel assistant and worked very hard to be in the position I am today. I love my job and wouldn’t change it for the world. I love challenges and every day presents us new ones. ”
Carrie is a member of VHMA. She is married and has two daughters. In her spare time she likes to play with her children, go camping, and go 4-wheeling.
- Tel: 505.275.3647
- Location: 1300 Wyoming NE
Ashley Richards
Practice Manager
Ashley is a CVT. She rejoined our practice last month because she missed working as a technician! She is married and they have a 4 year old daughter. They also have a dog named Putter. Ashley is a huge Packers fan & loves football!
Medical Interests:
Internal Medicine & Dentistry
Shannon Housman
Operations Manager
Shannon has been a part of our TLC family for over 10 years! She and her fiancé have 6 dogs and 3 cats. In her spare time, she likes to play video games and spend time with family.
Medical Interests:
Geriatric care. Surgeries.
Sarah Ellis
Office Manager
Sarah has been with TLC for 3 1/2 years. She enjoys reading and spending time with her husband and daughter. She has two dogs, Emma & Sheldon and a little hedgehog.
Medical Interests:
Surgeries. General care.
Robert Mathieson
Operations / Kennel Manager
Born and raised right here in Albuquerque, Robert enjoys hiking, camping, painting and drawing, as well as volunteering with the Animal Welfare Department. Father of two fur babies, Doobie and Dakota. Loves any and all animals. Hopes to become a Doctor one day.
Medical Interests:
Emergency Medicine, Surgeries
Cassie Baker
Vet Assistant
Cassie recently received her veterinary assistant certificate through PIMA. She lives at home with her four adorable rottweilers. In her spare time, Cassie enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with family.
Medical Interests:
Surgery and Medical emergencies.
Carrie
Vet Assistant
Carrie is a graduate of PIMA Medical Institute. When not working at TLC she enjoys spending her time with family at home.
Medical Interests:
Diet and Nutrition
Liz
Receptionist / Tech Assistant
Liz has been with us for over a year. Liz is an active foster for one of the rescue groups. She has had a passion for taking care of animals for a very long time. She & her husband, Jay, love the outdoors. They like to hike, go camping, etc. They also have a daughter and a son. Liz and her family are also avid Packers fans!!
Chris C.
Registered Vet Technician
“Sam” – Samantha
Vet Assistant
My name is Sam. I graduated from Pima medical Institute. My fiancé, Aaron, and I have two dogs: Mr. Wilson and Lilly. They are our children. Animals have always been a passion of mine and I am thrilled to be surrounded by them.
Medical Interests:
Emergency and critical care
Surgery
Chris
Vet Assistant
Chris has been with TLC since 2011. He started as a kennel tech and has worked his way up to Veterinary Assistant. A few things Chris enjoys are going on hikes and walks with his dog Lando, hanging out with friends and playing video games.
Medical Interests:
Surgery. Lab work. Dentistry. Radiology.
Michelle
Vet Assistant
My name is Michelle. I have been in the veterinary field for 13 year. I graduated from PIMA’s first VA class in 2002. I have two wonderful children and 4 four-legged babies. When I’m not at work, I enjoy spending time with my family, camping, gardening and lots of BBQing!
Medical Interests:
Emergency medicine and surgical procedures.
Eric
Vet Assistant
My medical interests are radiology, surgery preparation and animal health.
Kerri N.
RVT
Kerri is an RVT. She graduated from Brown Mackie College. In her spare time she likes to spend time with her family, 3 cats and a dog named Edgar.
Medical Interests:
Dentistry
Nicole
Veterinary Assistant
Nicole has worked in the veterinary field for 3 years. She was previously a livestock inspector and is excited to be back in the veterinary field again. Nicole grew up showing horses, goats, chickens, ducks, pigs. She also competed in rodeo events. Nicole and her boyfriend have 2 horses, 5 dogs and a small Nigerian Dwarf goat herd that they love. They enjoy family gatherings, hunting, rodeo and playing with their dogs and goats.
Medical Interests
Puppy Wellness, Lab Work and Surgery
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