Meet our Team

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 has been a Vet technician since 2000. She is a CVT – Certified Veterinary Technician and has her Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Northern Arizona University. Go Lumberjacks! She loves her team at TLC and is proud to work here! 

He and her husband have a daughter and two four-legged daughters as well. They love football, especially The Green Bay Packers.

Medical Interests:
Internal Medicine & Dentistry

Shannon found her place here at TLC Pet Hospital in 2008 and couldn’t imagine working anywhere else!  She and her fiancé  have 5 dogs and 3 cats. In her spare time she enjoys console gaming and thanks to her fiancé, she’s an automotive enthusiast.

Medical Interests:
Geriatric care and Surgery

Sarah has been with TLC since 2014. She has two beautiful children and two poodles.  Sarah enjoys reading, being outdoors and spending time with her family.

Medical Interests:

Surgeries. General care.

Cassie grew up here in Albuquerque, NM and has been with TLC since 2012. In her free time she enjoys traveling and hanging out with her adorable dog, Blanca, and her cat, Patrick.

Medical Interests

Surgery and wound care.

Carrie graduated from PIMA Medical Institute in 2013. When not working, she enjoys spending time with her family.

Medical Interests:

Diet and Nutrition

Registered Vet Technician

Chris has been with TLC since 2014. He started as a kennel tech and has worked his way up to Veterinary Assistant. Animals have always been his passion and he’s thankful for the opportunity to do what he loves. He enjoys hiking and walking with his dog, Lando, hanging out with friends and playing video games and pretty much anything Star Wars related.

Medical Interests:
Surgery. Lab work. Dentistry. Radiology.

Sam graduated from Pima medical Institute. Sam and her fiancé, Aaron, have two dogs: Mr. Wilson and Lilly. They are like their children. Animals have always been a passion of hers and she is thrilled to be surrounded by them.

Medical Interests:

Emergency and critical care
Surgery

Camille started as a student in May 2018 and was hired by TLC in July, 2018. Since then, she has been able to enjoy the fun environment and loving animals as well as a kind clientele.

Medical Interests
Animal Behaviors / nutrition.

Patricio graduated from CNM in 2011 with his RVT. He then graduated from UNM in 2016 with a degree in Biochemistry. In Patricio’s spare time he plays music, videogames and cosplay for charity with his wife.

Medical Interests

Exotic animals and surgery.

Currently a biology student at UNM, Shaefer has been working towards a career as a veterinarian for most of his academic life. He grew up on a small farm with horses and cattle in northern New Mexico, and is passionate about animals, protecting the environment, and anything that he can do outdoors!

Alex graduated from Brown Mackie College in 2017. He has 2 dogs, Peter and Thumper. He’s interested in video games and the outdoors.

Medical Interests:
Radiology, General Practice

Gladys graduated from PIMA Medical Institute in the spring of 2019. Caring for animals has always been her passion. She hopes to become a doctor some day. In Glady’s spare time she enjoys traveling, going on adventurous hikes and we can’t forget…hanging out with her fur baby, Candie.

Medical Interests: Surgery, General practice

Ja’Mia was born on a military base in Bethesda, MD. She moved to New Mexico in the 4th grade and has lived here ever since. She has a passion for animals and plans on continuing her education in veterinary medicine. Ja’Mia has 1 fur baby named Titus. Ja’Mia is interested in video games, reading and medicine.

Medical Interests:
surgery, nutrition and general practice

Jesse has been in the veterinary field for over 10 years. He enjoys spending his free time running, hiking, and camping. Jesse has 2 4-legged kids: An Australian Shepherd Mix and a fiery orange tabby.

Medical Interests:
Emergency Medicine

Oliver worked in human medicine for eight years before he found his true home in veterinary medicine in 2018. He loves all sports, especially soccer, wrestling and basketball which he plays to this day. Creative projects and yoga are his favorite recreations. His love of teaching and learning will always allow him the patience for a few extra minutes to connect with a client, co-worker or four-legged friend.

Medical Interests:

Behavior, dentistry, nutrition

Dawn has a husky/wolf, a husky, chiweenie and 2 cats. She loves reading and hearing about new things everyday.

Medical Interests:
Emergency and Internal Medicine

Born and raised in the Land of Enchantment, Katelyn has always had a deep love for animals and an interest in medicine. Katelyn has one fur baby, a cat named Pouncer. In Katelyn’s time she likes to hang out with her family, bake, create special effects and prosthetics, and 4 Wheel.

Medical Interests:
Surgery, emergency services, physical therapy and nutrition.

Shane is a certified Veterinary Assistant. He earned his certificate with PIMA Medical Institute in Phoenix Arizona. He has two dogs, Coco and Snoopy, who are spoiled by their father.

Medical Interests
Quality of life for pets and owners