Our Team

Staff of Stone Veterinary Hospital

In order to provide such a comprehensive approach to veterinary wellness for the benefit of your pet, we place great importance on hiring only the most highly trained and compassionate veterinary technicians and nurses. Each member of our medical team supports alternative veterinary medicine, which is an important part of our practice. Every staff member at Stone Veterinary Hospital undergoes continuing education and new employees participate in a structured training program.

Lisa Jackson, Practice Manager

Lisa joined Stone Veterinary Hospital in 2007. As the practice manager, her responsibilities include client service, insurance processing, scheduling, inventory, and accounts receivable. "Stone Veterinary Hospital is truly the most compassionate place for both our clients and their pets," she said.

She particularly loves working with clients and their pets and helping people find new pets through her involvement with local animal rescue groups.

Lisa has over 35 years of experience in the field and is a member of the Veterinary Hospital Manager Association.

Lisa's interests outside work include gardening, reading, animal rescue, and history. She has three Siamese mix cats, Eli, Esmirelda, and Peyton.

Gronk, Supervisor/Hospital Cat

Gronk is proud to say that he has been employed in animal-related fields his whole life, sharing his vast knowledge with our team since 2018. He’s particularly talented at providing the staff with someone to worship at work.

His daily responsibilities include overseeing the staff, comforting feline patients, and sitting on keyboards.

Gronk meows, “My humans love me as much as their pets at home. They take care of me, so I don’t have to deal with finding my own food or safe places to sleep.”

All the humans of Stone Vet are his pets and employees. Currently, he’s learning to give paw, sit, and speak in exchange for treats. During his 22-hour breaks, he loves napping, looking out windows, and soaking up sunshine.

Ashley, Lead Veterinary Technician

Ashley, our talented Lead Veterinarian Technicians, began working with Stone Veterinary Hospital in June of 2018. She has been working in the animal related field since childhood and loves her profession considerably. Her passions in veterinary care started by riding in competitions, working with horses, and providing equine care. Eventually this culminated into a desire to help a broader range of animals in need of medical attention.

Ashley assists our veterinarians with examination, surgery, phlebotomy, radiology, and much more. She is also is great with customer service and communicating with our clients to provide more information and comfort. As a graduate of the University of New Hampshire, Ashley majored in Equine Management. She also possesses a degree in Veterinary Technology from Cedar Valley College and has been working as a Veterinary Technician since 2014.

Some of Ashley’s hobbies include reading, traveling, and spending time with her dogs and husband, Caleb. She owns a black and tan Coonhound, named Mayzie, and a Red Heeler named Bentley.

Jessica W., Surgical Technician

As a surgical technician with Stone Veterinary Hospital since 1998, Jessica's responsibilities include surgical prep, anesthesia, and patient care. She especially appreciates "working with some of the best veterinarians in the area" and the new technologies that are available at the hospital.

Jessica earned her bachelor's degree in animal science and her associate's degree in veterinary science from the SUNY Delhi and SUNY Cobleskill. She has a horse named Argento.

Kate, Veterinary Technician

With over 10 years of experience in the veterinary industry, Kate has shown to be a valuable Veterinary Technician here at Stone Veterinary Hospital. As a graduate of Penn Foster, Kate has a degree in Veterinary Technology and is laser therapy certified. Kate helps to administer the highest standards of veterinary care imaginable and does so with a radiant smile.

Kate is responsible for helping with surgical preparations, assisting in surgeries, monitoring anesthesia, and assisting in examinations. She takes her talents one step further by running in house lab work, preparing prescriptions, and doing thorough dental cleanings. Kate finds a great deal of satisfaction in being an advocate for animals and comforting sick or injured pets. She owns one pet of her own, a domestic short hair cat named Dexter.

Sherry, Certified Veterinary Technician

Sherry is a lovely and talented Certified Veterinary Technician who has been working with Stone Veterinary Hospital since November of 2012. She brings with her a passion and wealth of experience, as she has been working in the animal related field for over 24 years! Prior to establishing herself as one of our phenomenal CVT’s Sherry worked in specialized care for small animals and in veterinary medicine. She is very knowledgeable in both pet nutrition and raising puppies.

Some of Sherry’s responsibilities here include preparing and monitoring anesthesia for surgery, taking dental x-rays and providing oral cleanings, record and history taking, and client education. She also is a great deal of help when it comes examinations and assisting her fellow team members and our veterinarians. One of her favorite aspects of working with us is getting to educate our clients on the best nutrition available, and seeing a patient improve from dental procedures.

“The doctors here are very caring and talented individuals,” Sherry says. “We are all very dedicated to our clients and their pets. We are like family.”

Many of Sherry’s weekends are spent at dog shows. She loves to show and breed French Bulldogs and has been doing so since 2001. Sherry is an active member of the French Bulldog Club of America and owns 2 French Bulldogs herself named Sham and Spiral. She also owns a Pitbull/Lab mix named Riley, 2 cats, 5 birds, 8 turtles, and a chameleon. In her down time, Sherry can be found spending quality time with her pets and fiancé. They enjoy being outside, playing in the yard, and going for the occasional hike.

Jessica D., Veterinary Technician

Jessica has been a positive full-time veterinary technician with our team since January of 2021. With four years of prior animal-related experience, she still loves learning something new every day because of the love she has for animals.

“Everyone here is very welcoming and loving to the animals and their families. I love my Stone Vet family. I feel right at home every day I go to work.”

Jessica has two dogs named Rory Lane and Malcolm. She also has three guinea pigs named Lady Marmalade, Linen, and Twinkie, and two rabbits named Mr. Fuzz Bunz and Sophie. During her free time, Jessica takes care of her animals and spends time with her kids.

Jessica R., Veterinary Technician

As a veterinary technician with our team, Jessica’s responsibilities include assisting with appointments, seeing technician appointments, assisting in surgery, laundry, wrapping surgery packs, and filling prescriptions. Her knowledge and experience with emergency medicine help her provide animals with the best care possible.

In her free time, Jessica loves spending time with her coworker and friend, Ashley.

Kaitlyn C., Certified Veterinary Technician

Kaitlyn has been a valued full-time veterinary technician with our team since June of 2020. She holds an Associate of Veterinary Technology from Northwestern Connecticut Community College and is a certified veterinary technician as of September of 2020. Willing to help any department, Kaitlyn’s responsibilities at our hospital include restraining, drawing blood, taking radiographs, monitoring patients in surgery, and assisting with ultrasounds.

“I love how everyone here is like family. I learn something new every day.”

Kaitlyn has a guinea pig named Maple and six cats named Ace, Whiskers, Remy, Calix, Gus, and Leo. When she’s not working, Kaitlyn loves reading, drawing, coloring, video games, photography, hiking, camping, fishing, baking, horseback riding, and painting.

Kaitlyn T., Veterinary Technician

Known for her optimism and eagerness to learn, Kaitlyn has been a part of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team since June of 2020. Her favorite part of the job is the ability to repeat skills so she can learn and improve. Her job responsibilities include restraining, getting histories from clients, filling medications, helping during surgery or ultrasounds, injections, blood draws, and SQ fluids.

“Stone Veterinary Hospital welcomed me with open arms; they taught me so much in a short amount of time. They explain anything I have questions about without judging.”

Kaitlyn has eight cats: Ash, Riley, Cheddar, Teddie, Reese, Callie, Snickey, and Magic. In her free time, Kaitlyn loves baking goodies at home, using her Cricut machine, camping, and spending time with her family.

Nicole, Licensed Veterinary Technician

Nicole has been a veterinary technician with the Stone Veterinary Hospital family since September of 2020 with 10 years of animal-related experience. She is also licensed in CT as a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) and has an Associate in Science degree. Her job responsibilities include assisting the veterinarian with appointments, surgery/anesthesia, filling prescriptions, and handling emergencies and hospitalized pets.

“Working at Stone Vet is like working with family. Everyone is welcoming and understanding, and there is this sense of companionship.”

Nicole has greyhounds named Ellie Mae, Oliver James, Maggie, Annie, Dad, Trudy, Nina, Nixa, and Macey. She also has two Nova Scotia Duck Tolling retrievers named Reeses and Butters.

Nicole is a member of the Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retrievers Club, American Poultry Association, and board member of We Adopt Greyhounds (WAG). In her spare time, Nicole loves working on her farm or volunteering for WAG. She’s also welcoming her first child in the spring of 2022! In the summer, Nicole enjoys dock diving with her dogs and attending poultry shows with her chickens.

Jessica S., Client Liaison/Veterinary Technician

Jessica has been a highly experienced and valuable member of our team at Stone Veterinary Hospital since September of 2015! With general practice and emergency hospital experience along with 17 years as a technician, she loves interacting with clients and helping as best she can. She has certifications in cold laser therapy and Fear Free Practice.

“Every clinic and hospital I have worked with has shown and taught me all different things. There is always more to know.”

She has six cats, though in the past Jessica and her fiancé owned cats, dogs, turtles, and ferrets, and cared for wildlife and feral cat colonies.

In her free time, Jessica loves spending time with family, cooking with her fiancé, and playing RPG video games.

Andrea G., Veterinary Technician

Andrea is a dedicated Veterinary Technician at Stone Veterinary Hospital, where she has been providing exceptional care since November 2024. With 37 years of experience in the animal care field, Andrea brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to every patient she works with. Her job responsibilities include phlebotomy, restraint, grooming, X-ray technology, and animal comfort support.

Andrea’s favorite part of her work is meeting new clients and their pets, especially because she has a deep love for working with scared and fearful animals. She takes great pride in making their visits as positive and comfortable as possible. Her unique ability to build trust with animals, especially those from shelters or difficult backgrounds, sets her apart in providing compassionate care.

Before joining Stone Veterinary Hospital, Andrea was a Veterinary Technician at Shelton Animal Hospital from 2019 to 2023, further honing her skills and expertise. In addition to her professional experience, Andrea is a passionate animal rescue advocate, often fostering pets including dogs, cats, pot-bellied pigs, and even snapping turtles. She currently has three cats, three pit bulls, 22 chickens, and a rooster named Steve at home, showcasing her lifelong commitment to animal welfare.

Andrea loves working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because of the wonderful, supportive team that feels like an extended family. The camaraderie with her coworkers helps her make every day enjoyable and efficient. Outside of work, Andrea enjoys hiking with her dogs, gardening, camping, skiing, kayaking, thrifting for hidden gems, and watching horror movies.

Her diverse experiences and love for all animals, big and small, make her a valuable member of the Stone Veterinary Hospital family.

Ashlie, Veterinary Technician Assistant

Ashlie is a dedicated Veterinary Technician Assistant at Stone Veterinary Hospital, where she has been a valued team member since September 2023. With five years of experience in the animal care field, she brings a strong work ethic, a passion for animals, and a team-oriented attitude to her role. Her responsibilities include gathering patient information from clients, assisting doctors with various tasks, and keeping the clinic clean and organized during downtime.

What Ashlie enjoys most about her job is seeing puppies and kittens come in and watching them grow healthy and strong. She finds great satisfaction in knowing she plays a part in helping pets feel better and supporting their owners through their pet’s care journey.

Ashlie has been working with animals since she was 13, particularly with horses, which sparked her love for animal care. She currently shares her home with three beloved pets—Moose, a 2-year-old Pit Bull; Reese, a 3-year-old Jack Russell; and Smokes, a 4-year-old Jack Russell.

She appreciates working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because of the supportive and knowledgeable team. She values how her coworkers take the time to teach her everything she needs to know to grow in the veterinary field. Their encouragement has helped her develop her skills and confidence as she continues her career in animal care.

In her free time, Ashlie enjoys riding horses, spending quality time with family and friends, and being outdoors as much as possible. Her dedication, love for animals, and hardworking nature make her a wonderful addition to the Stone Veterinary Hospital team.

Cassidy, Receptionist

Cassidy is the friendly and welcoming face you’ll see at the front desk of Stone Veterinary Hospital. As a receptionist, her responsibilities include scheduling appointments, handling phone calls, and ensuring every client and pet feel at ease from the moment they walk through the door. What she enjoys most about her role is building connections with clients and establishing strong relationships that allow her to better assist them in caring for their pets.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Southern New Hampshire University, Cassidy brings a deep understanding of communication and empathy to her work. Her upbeat and friendly personality helps both pets and their owners feel welcomed and supported. She has been working in the animal care field for over a decade, starting as a foster volunteer for the CT Humane Society (2012-2017), then as a kennel attendant (2018-2021), a veterinary assistant (2021-2023), and now as a receptionist since June 19, 2023.

Cassidy shares her home with Bobby, her beloved 4-year-old Boston Terrier. She loves working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because it allows her to form meaningful relationships with clients and provide compassionate support during both happy and challenging times.

Outside of work, Cassidy enjoys hiking, cooking, playing video games, crafting, and reading. She is also passionate about giving back to her community and volunteers with the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Her dedication, warm personality, and extensive experience in animal care make her an invaluable part of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team.

Jessica, Receptionist

Jessica is a friendly and welcoming presence at Stone Veterinary Hospital, helping clients schedule appointments, answering phone calls, and assisting with client communications. She enjoys speaking with pet owners and making sure they feel supported in caring for their pets.

With six years of experience in the animal field, Jessica previously worked at a dog daycare before joining Stone Veterinary Hospital on March 21, 2023. She completed the Tunxis Veterinary Assistant Course, which helped strengthen her knowledge and skills in animal care. Although she didn’t have previous veterinary hospital experience before starting, she is grateful for her kind and knowledgeable coworkers who have helped her learn and grow in her role.

At home, Jessica shares her life with Jasper, her 8-year-old German Shepherd, as well as three cats. She loves working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because of the supportive team environment and the opportunity to help clients and their pets every day.

In her free time, Jessica enjoys drawing, reading, and taking her dog on hikes to explore the outdoors. Her compassion, dedication, and warm personality make her a valued member of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team!

Kelsey, Receptionist

Kelsey is a dedicated and friendly receptionist at Stone Veterinary Hospital. Her responsibilities include answering phones, assisting clients, scheduling appointments, filing, organizing, submitting insurance claims, and even helping the veterinary team in the back when needed. She takes pride in greeting every pet with a smile and ensuring that clients feel welcomed and supported. No matter how busy or stressful the day gets, Kelsey remains positive and brings her best attitude to work every day.

Kelsey has been in the animal care field for six years and joined Stone Veterinary Hospital on September 29, 2022. She earned her Veterinary Assistant Certificate from Tunxis and has extensive experience in pet care and customer service. She previously worked at PAWS Pet Resort and Spa from February 2017 to March 2021, where she started as a Pet Care Technician and worked her way up to Assistant Manager. She then transitioned to Sandbank Veterinary Hospital, where she worked as a receptionist from March 2021 to March 2023.

At home, Kelsey has a six-year-old Jack Russell/Chihuahua mix named Rawley. She is also passionate about animal rescue and actively volunteers with All About The Dogs Rescue, where she helps organize events and fundraisers.

Kelsey loves working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because of her amazing coworkers. Even on the most hectic days, the team supports each other, shares laughter, and gets through challenges together.

In her free time, Kelsey enjoys spending quality time with her husband and son. She also loves reading, visiting coffee shops, and catching up with friends whenever possible. Her kindness, dedication, and cheerful personality make her a valued member of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team!

Chase H., Kennel Assistant

Chase is a dedicated and hardworking member of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team, helping to keep the hospital clean, organized, and running smoothly. As a kennel assistant, his responsibilities include cleaning and restocking supplies, doing laundry, and assisting with the restraint of dogs and cats when needed. His favorite part of the job is getting to work with animals every day.

Known for his strong work ethic and willingness to help others, Chase takes pride in being a team player. He joined Stone Veterinary Hospital on June 13, 2023, and works part-time while balancing other commitments. Before joining the team, he gained experience working on a horse ranch for a few months, which further fueled his love for animals.

At home, Chase has two beloved dogs—a Black Lab and a Mini Pinscher/Pit Bull mix, both 4 years old. He enjoys working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because of the friendly and supportive team. He appreciates the flexibility of his schedule and the fun, welcoming atmosphere that makes every workday enjoyable.

In his free time, Chase stays active by going to the gym, fishing, and playing football. He also has a creative side and enjoys baking, working on his Jeep, and snowboarding whenever he gets the chance. His dedication and positive attitude make him a valuable part of the Stone Veterinary Hospital family!

Joseph A., Kennel Assistant

Joseph is a dedicated and hardworking kennel assistant at Stone Veterinary Hospital. His responsibilities include keeping the hospital clean and organized while assisting wherever he is needed. His favorite part of the job is getting to work with a variety of animals, which makes every day exciting and rewarding.

Joseph has been a part of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team since June 1, 2022. As a high school student working part-time, he brings a positive attitude, flexibility, and enthusiasm to the hospital. His ability to adapt and his joyful personality help create a welcoming environment for both pets and staff.

At home, Joseph has a 5-year-old pit bull named Schneider and three guinea pigs—Chester (5), Tiki (4), and Reese (3). He loves working at Stone Veterinary Hospital because it’s close to home, and he enjoys seeing familiar faces, including friends and their pets.

In his free time, Joseph enjoys spending time outdoors, whether it’s hiking, biking, or working outside. He also loves playing with his dog and unwinding with video games. His dedication and upbeat nature make him a valued member of the Stone Veterinary Hospital team!