Clarissa joined SVA in 2017 after getting a BSC in Biology for the University of Victoria and her technician training from Pima Medical Institute. Her veterinary interests include surgery, dentistry, wildlife, and conservation. When she’s not spending time at work Clarissa can be found doing crossfit, playing volley ball, eating pastries, drinking coffee, and hiking like a good Seattlite. She lives with two dogs, Umlaut the American Terrier mix and Babaganoush an Australian Shepherd mix.
Lisa joined SVA in 2008, as a Veterinary Assistant. Lisa earned her Veterinary Technology degree from Penn Foster University and became a Licensed Veterinary Technician in 2013. Lisa also holds a B.S. degree from Rochester Institute of Technology. In 2017 Lisa was the first staff member of SVA to earn her Fear Free Certification and is using that training to improve the lives of pets. Lisa shares her home with her husband and two beautiful German Shepherd Dogs Ryder and Senta who are, together, 150 pounds of energy and love.
McKenze joined SVA in 2005 shortly after she graduated from North Dakota State University with a Bachelors in Veterinary Technology. In 2008 she became a certified dog trainer though ABC Behavioral College. She enjoys the challenges of veterinary medicine and is currently pursuing specialization in behavior. Other interests include: hiking, swimming, boating, kayaking, and exploring local parks. She is often seen performing tricks with her sidekick dog, Paige, who comes to work with her every day. She also lives with a beautiful domestic medium hair tabby named Walter who moved in, fell in love, and never left.
Michele joined SVA in June of 2019 after receiving a veterinary assisting degree from Penn Foster college. She’s currently in their veterinary technician program. Her long term plan is to start a rescue for abandoned and unwanted animals. When she’s not working or studying, Michele loves to hike, rock hound, camp, fish, cook, and read. She takes particular joy in spending time with her family and teaching her children about animals and compassion toward all living creatures. Michele currently takes care of a former race horse named Dallas and a cat named Ben who lives with her grandmother.
Larisa joined SVA in March of 2013. She holds an AA in Early Childhood Education from Edmonds Community College. Larisa grew up on a small farm with goats, rabbits, chickens, geese, cats and miniature horses where she enjoyed caring for stray and injured wildlife including possums, birds, cats, dogs, raccoons, and squirrels. In her spare time Larisa enjoys listening to music, writing songs, singing with her band and spending time with family. She loves children, pets, warm weather and swimming. Larisa lives with the princess Wilhelmina (Mina for short) a Chiweenie, Hadlee (affectionately known as Chad) the Border collie, and Turt Russell the red eared slider.
Miranda joined Northwest Veterinary Hospital in 2016. She earned a BS in History from Eastern Washington University. Her veterinary interests include meeting new pets and doing her part to make their visits to the vet as stress-free as possible. When she’s not making fuzzy friends, Miranda can be found spending time doing whatever gets her out in the sun– reading or adventuring with her husband. At home she has a box-loving kitty named Joey.
Nikki joined SVA in 2014. Nikki has worked in the animal field since she was 18. She has a passion for taking care of animals and their people. Most of her off time is spent with her husband and two kids, Kaysie and Rylan, as well as her pets. She has 2 dogs; Cami and Ruckus as well as 5 cats; Baby Cat, Bubbles, Izzybella Noche, Jack, Lilo, and Stitch.
Shelby joined SVA in 2015, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Film and Digital Media from Baylor University. Shelby is passionate about veterinary medicine with a particular interest in emergency care. He has a special place in his heart for Great Danes and Scottish folds and looks forward to the day he can share his home with a Great Dane whose name will be Alexander. He also enjoys reading and listening to music.
