Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Speciality: DVM
Education: Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Dr. Jessica Friedland grew up in Baltimore County, Maryland in a home that was always shared with animals. She graduated from Mount Holyoke College with a B.A. in neuroscience and animal behavior with the plan to pursue a career in marine biology. During an internship working with beluga whales and bottlenosed dolphins, Dr. Friedland realized her desire to be a veterinarian. After many years of working as a veterinary technician and completing the required coursework, she attended Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine (located at Virginia Tech).
Since graduating from veterinary school, Dr. Friedland has worked at a large practice in Westminster and several years at Central Carroll Animal Emergency. She has always wanted to have her own practice where she could share her knowledge and compassion with her patients and their owners.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Speciality: DVM
Education: Delaware Valley University & Western University of Health Sciences
Work Days: friday
I am a Pennsylvania native, growing up in the northeastern corner in the town of Honesdale. I spent my childhood on a dairy farm, where I was able to have and care for animals of all different species. I knew from a young age that I was destined to be a veterinarian, always wanting to care for any animals that were sick on the farm. I attended Delaware Valley University, and obtained a B.S. in both Large Animal Science and Dairy Science. In May of 2012 I received my Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, CA.
I have practiced mixed animal medicine since graduating. Always striving to improve myself and my medicine, I decided to obtain my certification in both Veterinary Chiropractic and Veterinary Acupuncture. These methods allow me to have an integrative approach to the patients that are entrusted in my care. I have seen remarkable improvements in many animals that received these alternative approaches. I am constantly trying to advance my knowledge and help my patients with new treatments.
I currently reside in Fayetteville, PA. I live with my significant other (Dan), 2 dogs (Dink and Rhiannon) and a cat (Mr. Biscuits). I also have a horse (Leo) and cows. In my free time I enjoy horseback riding, running and kayaking.
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Speciality: DVM
Education: Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine
Work Days: Monday - Thursday
Dr. Mike Fontano grew up in Bergen County, New Jersey and had always felt a deeply rooted compassion towards animals. He graduated from Rutgers University with a B.S. in Animal Science Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Research with his mind set on becoming a Veterinarian. In 2017 he graduated Summa Cum Laude from Virginia-Maryland Regional College for Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech. Shortly after getting his doctorate he moved to Pannsylvania to begin his veterinary career with a focus on small animal medicine. He feels great empathy for his patients and their owners and aspires to share his knowledge to improve as many lives as possible. In his free time he enjoys hiking, traveling and learning more about the world around him.
Veterinary Technician
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Jessi has been part of the Paws Animal Hospitals team since 2012. She has been working in the Veterinary field since she was 16 where she started in the kennels at a Veterinary hospital. Animals have always been a part of her life since her Step Father is a Veterinarian and her Mother is a Veterinary Technician. You will find Jessi all over the place in the hospital whether it be in surgery monitoring patients, in a room restraining for exam or up front at the reception desk helping make appts or check clients out after their visit. When she is not at work she enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Veterinary Technician
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Abby started working at Paws in 2015. She graduated from Vet Tech institute in 2014. She has always had a passion for animals which started at a young age. You can find her helping wherever is needed in the hospital. In her free time you can find her spending time with her dog, Angus, spending time outdoors, baking or spending time with her family and friends.
Veterinary Technician
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Lauren joined the Paws Animal Hospitals team in February of 2022. She went to Penn Foster online for her Veterinary Technician Associate Degree and graduated in 2018, she has worked in and out of the field since 2016. She has always been a huge lover of animals, especially horses and loves to barrel race on her horse Austin in her free time. Laurens favorite part of being a technician is all the interesting cases she gets to see to constantly expand her knowledge to be able to help as many animals as possible. When Lauren is not at work she is spending time with her son Roman and her daughter Winter doing as many fun new things as possible.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Natalies joined the Paws team in September of 2023, but has been working with animals since 2019. She is a Veterinary Technician student with York Technical Institute. When she is not at work she enjoys spending time with her dog Archer.
Veterinary Technician Assistant
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Alyvia joined the Paws team at the end of January 2024. She has always loved animals from a young age and she has always wanted to work with animals. When she is not at work you will find her spending time with her animals Ember and Diesel or out hunting.
Receptionist
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Taylor joined the Paws team in September of 2022 and has been working in the field since 2020. She is continuing her education at Penn Foster to become a Veterinary Technician. You will find her up front answering phones and checking patients in and out. When Taylor is not working she is spending time with her dog Oliver.
Receptionist
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Christina joined the Paws team at the end of May in 2019. Animals have always held a special place in Christina's heart, she has worked in animal rescue since 2012. When she is not at work you find her spending time with her husband and children.
Receptionist
Work Days: Monday - Friday
Madison Joined the Paws team in early February 2024. Since she was very young her love for animals shined. Starting at 16 Madison worked on many horse farms and worked as a kennel technician at a dog boarding facility where she worked her way up to a receptionist. From an early age she has shown dogs and horses and continues to show and train her personal dogs. You can find Madison at the front desk answering phones and checking patients in and out. If Madison is not working you can find her spending time with her family or training her dogs new tricks.
