Our Staff

                           
     

Judy, Practice Manager
Judy joined the Bridgton Veterinary Hospital team in November, 2004. Her prior experience was in the field of human healthcare.  She is a member of a practice managers group, meeting with peers on a bimonthly basis.
Judy enjoys outdoor activities, gardening, and reading. She lives in Bridgton with her husband John.

Sandy, VDT (Veterinary Dental Technician)
Sandy's love for animals prompted her to become a kennel assistant at BVH in June of 2004. She now works as a technician. Through the American Society of Veterinary Dental Technicians she is one of the few certified veterinary dental assistants in the state of Maine.  Sandy has assisted Dr. Gary Wheeler in teaching the fall semester of the dental course at UMA in Bangor for the past two years. Along with her interest in veterinary dentistry Sandy has a special interest in feline behavior. Sandy is a member of Cumberland County Animal Response Team (CCART).    Sandy is an avid hiker and enjoys spending time with her two cats Molly and Penny.

Leah, Veterinary Assistant and Community Outreach
Leah was destined for a career in the pet care industry. When she was a young teen, she became the local pet sitter. She came to work at BVH in early 2005 as a Kennel Attendant. Leah's favorite aspect of her job is planning the hospitals community outreach programs.  She started our "Pet Community Event" in 2009 and has continued it annually always expanding and raising awareness of animal welfare organizations in our area. Showing her complete dedication to her four legged friends, Leah has 3 dogs and 3 horses of her own at home!

Erin, Veterinary Assistant
Erin started at BVH in May of 2005, she always had an interest in working with animals, but never pursued it. At least not until she moved to Maine from Connecticut and found an opportunity. She started as one of the receptionists but as time went on she expanded her horizons by becoming a veterinary assistant working towards being a technician. She also takes care of working on and making sure the website is up to date. 
Erin enjoys hiking with her husband and 3 dogs, canoeing, other outdoor activities, and spending time with friends and family.


Donna, Veterinary Technician
Donna is a true "local".  she was born in Bridgton and raised in Lovell.  She graduated from Becker College in 1984 and has worked as a licensed Veterinary Technician in the Lakes Region area for the past 27 years.  She enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her 4-legged critters:  Mo, Mishu, Keeper and Maude.

 

Zara, Veterinary Assistant

Zara was a certified Nursing Assistant for four years.  This year she decided to work more with animals.  When Zara was younger she held various positions on her childhood farm in Massachusetts, her favorite was tending to animals.  Zara now has two boxers, two leopard geckos, and a Kitty Kat.  Besides working at Bridgton Veterinary Hospital, Zara enjoys camping, traveling, landscaping, music, friends and family.

 

Meredith,   Receptionist
Meredith started at BVH in November of 2006.  After having worked in the corporate world for several years, she feels that finding Bridgton Veterinary Hospital was the best thing that ever happened to her. ( Except for her wonderful family.)  Meredith has found her forever place with BVH.  Meredith's family consists of her husband John, two sons Sean and Duncan, her daughter-in-law Heather and Chloe her grandaughter, 2 dogs, 3 cats, a leopard gecko, mustang horse, a burro and eight chickens.  Aside from working and caring for her family Meredith enjoys creating stained glass art, needlepoint and sudoku puzzles.

Nicki,   Receptionist
Nicki has been with BVH since its beginning.  She has worked in several capacities over the years, but most clients recognize her as one of our receptionists. Nicki has a special interest in pet behavior and training and attends numerous classes and seminars in these fields. She runs our Puppy Socialization & Training Classes and actively trains her own dog.  Nicki is a member of Saccarappa Obedience Club and Dog Tracking Club of Maine.  In addition to dog training, Nicki also enjoys gardening and photography..  During her spare time, you might find her tending our perennial gardens.

Pat,   Receptionist
Pat's love of animals and people prompted her to become a member of the staff at BVH in June of 2008.  Previously, she had a career as a Professional Baker and Pastry Chef.  She and her family (husband, 2 children, cat, dog, and fish) moved to Bridgton from Newport, RI.   Besides loving her job here at BVH and her family, she enjoys gardening, hiking, camping, cooking, and jigsaw puzzles.


Skits(House Cat),  Front Desk Manager and Greeter

Peggy(House Cat),  Behind-The-Scenes Coordinator