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VETERINARY TECHNICIANS

The medical care of an animal can be a complicated and time consuming process, and veterinarians cannot provide their clients’ pets with all of the assistance that they need on their own. Veterinary technicians are extremely helpful to the veterinarians in that they help diagnose, treat, medicate and monitor the pets.  The veterinary technicians at Jarrettsville Vet are some of the most compassionate and well-trained individuals around. Your pets are in good hands!

Lisa King, BS, RVT, is a Registered Veterinary Technician who has worked at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center for 10 years. In the veterinary field since 1995, Lisa has significant experience in small animal medicine. She has many responsibilities at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center including surgical technician, staff training, and purchasing. Lisa earned her Associate of Applied Science Degree in Veterinary Technology from CCBC in 2000 and her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Towson University in 2008. She lives with two dogs, three cats, two goats, a horse, and a donkey. Lisa enjoys spending time with her husband and 3 children and likes camping, cooking, hiking, biking, and photography. Some of her photography can be found on our website.

Kristina Robinson, BS, RVT, is a registered veterinary technician who has worked at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center for 4 years. Kristina has 2 years prior experience in emergency medicine and is an integral part of our surgical team. She is responsible for maintaining our in house diagnostic laboratory and keeps our medical equipment organized and running at peak efficiency. Kristina earned her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Towson University in 2003 and became a Registered Technician in 2008. She hosts a rescued mixed breed dog, enjoys hiking, biking, and baking.

Jessica Meadows, RVT

Kate McKelvie has been a veterinary technician at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center for 13 years. She works mostly in the evenings in the areas of exam, treatment, and kennel. Kate also has 8 years experience volunteering and working at Animal Rescue, Inc. She has a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography. During non-work hours, she is usually very busy on her farm caring for horses, llamas, alpacas, chickens, five dogs, and many cats. Most of her farm work is comprised of breeding and showing alpacas. Kate is known for her endless compassion and often rescues a variety of animals including orphaned kittens. In her free time, Kate enjoys hiking, knitting, and reading. She lives with her husband and is looking forward to taking classes in reiki.

Melissa Yandow has worked at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center as a veterinary technician since 2007. In addition to her responsibilities as a technician, Melissa assists in ordering and maintaining our inventory of prescription diets.  Before joining the Jarrettsville Veterinary Center staff, Melissa worked on horse farms for 15 years in positions such as breeding assistant, farm manager, and race horse groomer. Melissa thoroughly enjoys her small horse farm, while not at work. She shares her home with 2 dogs, Shorty and Dexter, a quarter horse named Sox, and 3 barn cats, Barney, Elvis and Binks. 

Laura Kyle is a veterinary technician and behavior consultant who has worked at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center for 3 years. Laura has worked in the veterinary field for 8 years and has been a shelter manager and animal care supervisor for Harford County. In addition to her technical duties, she oversees the care of Mid Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue dogs in our hospital and helps our clients understand and solve their pets’ behavior issues. Laura lives with her husband and is the pack leader of two American Pit Bull Terriers, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and a Chihuahua. Laura is working toward Veterinary School and enjoys hiking and rollerblading.

Colleen Soyk has worked as a veterinary technician at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center for 3 years. In addition to her duties assisting the veterinarians and caring for the animals, Colleen shares responsibility for ordering and maintaining our inventory of prescription diets. She can sometimes be found at the front desk working as a receptionist. Colleen grew up on a local horse farm and enjoys riding and caring for horses. Colleen shares her home with an energetic and adorable Rat Terrier and two cats.

Lindsay Delaney has worked as a veterinary technician at Jarrettsville Veterinary Center since September 2009. Lindsay has 11years prior experience in the veterinary field as well as experience living on a farm. She has an Associate of Arts Degree from Harford Community College and would like to work toward becoming a registered veterinary technician. Lindsay is responsible for many aspects of animal care. She lives with her husband, two children, two pugs, and one cat. In addition to spending time with her family, Lindsay enjoys Ravens football and NASCAR races.

Tyler Anderson is the BEST kennel assistant ever !