Dr. Mike Van Horn received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Oklahoma State University​ in 1993​ and a Bachelor of Science (majoring in Biology) from Union College. While in school, Dr. Mike enjoyed working in Alaska and experiencing companion animal veterinary practice in New Zealand. After practicing on the east coast for several years, Dr. Mike and family relocated to the Greater Puget Sound area in 1996, where he has been engaged in small animal practice exclusively ever since. Dr. Mike Van Horn’s professional interests include orthopedic and soft tissue surgery, dentistry, and medicine for all life stages. Dr. Mike is a Seahawks fan and enjoys old time radio shows, reading, boating, and playing with his children. Dr. Mike and his family enjoy a myriad of pets, including 5 cats, 3 dogs, and a herd of Arabian horses.

Dr. Kristina (“Keena”) Van Horn received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University in 1993 and her Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Cook College/Rutgers University in 1989. Her practice career led her from mixed animal practice to exclusive companion animal practice in referral and critical care settings as well as primary care. Her professional interests include feline medicine, pain control, Fear-Free practice, ophthalmology, acupuncture, and behavioral medicine. While Dr. Keena is not available for appointments at Woodside Animal Hospital at this time, her many years at Woodside helped shape the culture of patient care and resulted in many permanent improvements addressing feline specific needs to alleviate stress at veterinarian visits. Her contributions at this time include continued collaboration about the practice’s vision and growth as well as helping the staff disseminate important medical and behavioral information via the many client support handouts she has produced over the years.

Kerry has worked at Woodside Animal Hospital since graduating from Pierce College in 1992. She ​has ​worked many years as a Licensed Veterinary Technician, ​before being promoted in 2007 to her primary job is as our Practice Manager.​ ​Kerry remembers many milestones in her life she has gone through while working here at Woodside, from turning 21 to getting married and having children. She feels Woodside has been a part of her life for such a long time and it will always be her home. Kerry and her husband Chuck have two boys, Trevor and Jared. They enjoy camping, quad riding, and playing outside.​ Furthermore, Kerry​ enjoys scrapbooking and gardening. Almost every pet Kerry has owned has been one she adopted through working at Woodside. She currently has a Doberman named Roxy, a mix-breed dog named Buddy, and three cats named by her son: Cookie Monster, Abby Cadabby, and Plywood. Kerry’s job as practice manager includes several things; among them are helping to ensure the best customer service possible with extensive training and follow up training with employees, helping to ensure quality patient care, inventory management, and trying to maintain a healthy and happy working environment for our staff. It is Kerry’s goal to maintain a high quality, efficient animal hospital that cares for our community’s pets as if they were our own.

Melissa was raised in Allyn, Washington. Her love for animals started ​at an early age and led her to join 4-H. She graduated from Pierce College with a degree in Veterinary Technology in 2000. Since then, she has worked with animal rescues, shelters, and private practices. Melissa has dogs, cats, and parrots; with a preference for cats. Melissa is a great technician with a big heart. She has become a very valuable part of our team and is unofficially known as “the organizer”. Her efforts in organizing help keep us in top shape, ensuring that we are always in order and ready for the next patient. When Melissa is not working at Woodside Animal Hospital, she is working at her husband’s nursery or volunteering with botanical groups like Rare Care Plant Conservation or Washington Native Orchid Society. ​Additionally​, she enjoys petroglyph photography and hiking.

Growing up in a military family, Janessa was born in California but moved to Guam where her father was stationed. After 12 years in Guam, Janessa moved back to Washington State with her family. With her work in shelters, Janessa knew she wanted to pursue a career that aided animals’ health. Janessa graduated from PIMA Medical Institute with a degree in Veterinary Technology. From school, Janessa was hired as a licensed veterinary technician where she worked at an emergency veterinary hospital for three years before joining our team. We value the positivity that Janessa brings to the team and our clients. Her ability to make any client feel valued and heard is another reason why we appreciate her. Outside of her time at the clinic, Janessa enjoys being outdoors on hikes, spending time at the beach, adventuring with her Jeep, and spending time with her boyfriend, Jake, her Lab mix, Jack, and cat, Maya.

Nancy was born in California and raised in Renton, Washington. Nancy​ has had a lifelong passion for animals.​ While she was in high school, Nancy volunteered at the Humane Society and worked as a Kennel Attendant.​ After high school,​ Nancy attended Brigham Young University and graduated with degrees in Veterinary Technology and a Bachelors of Science. We value Nancy’s eagerness to help whenever and wherever needed! Nancy has a strong passion for pain management and creating low-stress visits for clients and patients. When Nancy is not with us at Woodside, she is spending time with her husband and two sons.​ In addition, Nancy shares her home with her cat, Grimm.

Jordan was born in Virginia and has lived in multiple states, including Minnesota, Florida, and Hawaii, throughout her childhood. When Jordan was a young adult, she moved to Washington State. Jordan has a well-versed background in the veterinary industry and experience with a variety of animals. Since she was 14 years old, Jordan was competing in horse shows regularly and was involved with animals whenever possible. Before joining our team, Jordan has previous experience as a Receptionist and Veterinary Assistant. The knowledge and experience that Jordan brings to our staff have been a terrific asset. Jordan’s ability to recognize animal’s cues and provide what they need to be healthy and feel comfortable is something place a lot of value in here. Jordan lives with her two dogs, Kinleigh, a Blue Heeler and Tucker, Chihuahua, her horse, VooDoo, and her three cats, O’Malley, Eli, and Rebel. Jordan loves to do activities that involve the great outdoors such as, kayaking, horseback riding, and hiking.

A native to the area, Kyra was born and raised in Port Orchard. Kyra has always had a passion for veterinary medicine and the drive to work with animals. Her interest in the industry and her love for animals has made her a great addition to help us accomplish our vision for high-quality patient care. She has a talent of exhibiting the proper balance of tenderness and confidence that our patients appreciate. Kyra strives to provide each client and patient she encounters, with a warm, positive experience. Kyra’s companions include her cat, Doise, and her rat, Marley. Kyra enjoys spending time with her friends, traveling in her car, and listening to music. One fun fact about Kyra is that she only likes to drive a manual transmission!

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Anna was born in El Paso, Texas and had the great fortune to travel the world with her family while her dad was in the military. He retired in 1995 here in Washington, where they then settled down in Port Orchard. Anna is a mother of 3 boys (Damien, Seth, and Isaac), 2 cats (Dinah and Mimzy) and one crazy dog (Niv). She has been married to her husband Adam for 13 years. Anna started working as a receptionist at Woodside Animal Hospital in 2006. Her greatest strengths are her attention to detail, drive, and leadership, which has advanced her into the role of front office manager. As a child, she always dreamed of working with animals. Through her life experiences, she realized that she loved working with people just as much. She feels that, as front office manager at Woodside Animal Hospital, she gets the best of both worlds. Anna states, “I am truly blessed to work with the people here. We take pride in what we do and our love for animals shines through in the quality of care we give to each and every one of our patients.”

Ashlee was born in Beaverton, Oregon and moved to Washington when she was a young adult. Ashlee strives to make each experience for every client a positive experience and strives to meet everyone’s needs. Before Ashlee came to Woodside, she worked closely with elderly patients in a memory care ward. She was even awarded a Peacock Pin, an award given to individuals who go above and beyond to serve their memory care patients. Her experience at a memory care ward makes her an ideal candidate for providing the best care for our clients and patients. Ashlee is known for her passion for Harry Potter. ​Together, Ashlee and her fiancé, Jay, have a young daughter named Lily and two dogs, Mila and Holly.

Originally from Indiana, Carol moved to Washington State in 2011 with her husband, Chris. Carol’s passion for animals drove her desire to work with animals. Her career at Woodside Animal Hospital began as a Veterinary Assistant back in 2015, and she loved every moment of it! In 2018, Carol moved to a position as a Receptionist and has been a great addition to our team of receptionists. Amongst all her responsibilities, Carol is also our Kennel Manager and fills in as a Veterinary Assistant when needed. Carol has a fun loving personality and provides dedication and organization to our team. Carol has a passion for feline care in particular. Outside of the Woodside family, Carol and her husband have two children. Included in her family are her four cats: Badger, Pergo, Brayleigh, and Tyrion Cattister and two dogs: Sky and Cisco. In Carol’s free time, she enjoys bowling, karaoke, and a variety of outdoor activities.

Nora was born in New Hampshire and grew up in Rochester until her and her family moved to Port Orchard when she was 12 years old. Nora has been in the medical field for a number of years, but she did not start out in the veterinary industry, rather entered the field as a human caregiver. Nora’s takes her experience in working with human patients and is able to translate that care to our four-legged patients with a genuine and tender heart. She has a great understanding of how a patient feels, how to meet their needs, and how to best communicate with family members. Known best for her passion for cats and Harry Potter, Nora also enjoys beachcombing, reading, crocheting, painting, and photography. Together Nora and her husband, Jesse, have a son, Glenn, and several furry companions. Nora’s pets include two pit bulls, Luna and Angus, and three cats, Gary, Crowley, and Benedict Cumbercat.