Staff

She worked as a dental hygienist for 10 years, then changed direction and went back to school to pursue her first love, Veterinary Medicine. After completing a B.S. in Zoology from the University of Washington, a B.S. in Animal Science and a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University, she looked for the perfect place to live, work and play. With an eye on family and friends in both Washington and California, the beauty of Southern Oregon and the myriad of wildlife, Klamath Falls was a natural landing.

With experience, confidence and community backing, Everett Veterinary Hospital opened its doors in 1992. She began her own practice with one full-time Veterinary Technician and a part-time Receptionist, in a very comfortable, 1800 square foot, turn of the century remodel. Hospital construction was a labor or love and she saw her first patient as the paint was drying.

Sheree has continued her education and maintains a high degree of professionalism. She continues to pursue her training in small animal, avian, exotic and wildlife health care and has received accreditation in orthopedic surgery techniques. Her dream has come true in a practice that strives to provide for all your pet's needs throughout their lives.

In January 2000, the building next door was purchased and plans to create a boarding facility began immediately. The Boarding House is a great addition, capable of boarding dogs, cats, birds and exotics. It continues to provide great services, from day boarding to extended stays and can focus on the special needs patients, such as geriatrics, diabetics and epileptics. With a goal of hiring another veterinarian, the next project was to again remodel the hospital. The two year expansion ended by tripling the total square footage and adding state off the art equipment, therefore expanding our capabilities. By hiring Dr. Tawnia Shaw and other essential, trained employees, we further expanded our knowledge base and expertise .

Dr. Everett is trained and authorized by both Oregon and California Fish and Wildlife Departments to provide veterinary services to wild animals and is very active in raptor (eagles, hawks and owls) and mammal rehabilitation.

Starting as a Kennel Attendant, she quickly worked her way up through just about every position in the hospital while attending Oregon Institute of Technology. Although she was an excellent Assistant, her goals and dreams were always to earn her doctorate and return to us. She was accepted to Oregon State University's four-year Veterinarian program, but still returned to work with us during summers and holidays to further her experience. In June 2006 she graduated with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from both Oregon and Washington State Universities and re-joined her family here in the basin as well as our team, this time as Dr. Tawnia Shaw. Dr. Shaw also holds a BS from Oregon Institute of Technology, loves medicine in general and brings a fresh perspective to the hospital.

She loves the Klamath Basin and the people and animals that live here. Her life goal has always been to provide excellent care to the animals in the area; not just dogs and cats, but exotic pets such as birds and reptiles as well. Additionally, Dr. Shaw cares for local wildlife and holds a State Rehabilitation permit from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. She is also working with the Natural Resources Systems at Klamath Community College to improve and expand the locally available education opportunities in the veterinary field.

In her spare time Dr. Shaw enjoys spending time with her fiancé John, their dog, cats and horses, and with her other human family members. She also enjoys hiking, camping, horseback riding, gaming, reading science-fiction/fantasy novels and holds a black belt in American Kenpo Karate.

As a Boarding Specialist, he ensures that all guests in our boarding house receive top-notch care and attention, with special treats many times a day! He knows all the regulars by name and understands their individual personalities, likes and dislikes. Cody is also passionate about keeping the boarding areas immaculate and inviting for you and your pet. Drop by anytime for a tour of the boarding facility.

When not pampering your pets, Cody enjoys spending time with his wife, dogs and cats, and enjoys hiking, rock climbing or any time outdoors.

As a former restaurant owner, her experience with the public and love for working with people is evident. Denise joined our team in June 2004 and has proven that she can do it all. As Lead Receptionist, she ensures that all of our clients , patients and guests receive exceptional service. She also oversees the boarding staff and makes sure that our boarding guests needs are all met. Denise also excels at the extremely difficult task of procurement and organization of all our hospital supplies, medications, food and equipment.

At home, she enjoys reading, traveling with her husband and daughter, and they share their home with dogs, cats, and exotics.

She does much of our initial check-in procedures for both medical and surgical patients, wraps & sterilizes surgical packs, maintains all the lab equipment, monitors patients, assists with after hour emergencies, backs up our receptionists and assists with boarding reservations and checkout. She puts the "multi" in multitasking, and does it exceptionally well. She received a B.S. in Forestry from Humboldt State University before joining us in 2004. Heather has also received her radiology and nutritional counseling certifications. Wanting more, she is currently studying and training to take the test to become a Certified Veterinary Technician.

At home, she spends her free time with her husband, two daughters and their dogs. Her hobbies include reading, sewing and gardening and she is very active in her church.

After attending Oregon State University, she returned to us in 2007 and assisted in all areas of the hospital and boarding. Recently, she found her niche as a full-time Receptionist. The next time you and your pet come in, it will probably be her smiling face you see behind the check-in desk. Her experience, attention to detail, great personality, goal of perfection and especially, her love of our patients, make her an invaluable part of our team.

Holly spends her time off playing with her Quaker Parakeet, Buttons and and her two cats, and enjoys reading , working with wildlife, and spending time with family and friends.

Whether she's assisting the Doctors in surgery, running lab tests, or obtaining vital signs on a patient, Kassie has an unbridled passion and dedication to her work. She is constantly striving to learn more, expanding her talents and duties here at the hospital and has received her Radiology Certification. She also attends Klamath Community College, in the Animal Science program.

Kassie is very close to her family - Mom, Dad and three brothers, and is a self-proclaimed "people person." When not at the hospital, she enjoys sports, camping, traveling, reading and photography.

Her responsibilities include patient evaluation, lab work, radiology, anesthesia and surgical monitoring. She also manages our daily DEA log entries and helps to schedule, monitor and train our Hospital Assistants.

Lori came to us in 2004, with formal training and a wealth of experience. Her knowledge and her passion for quality nursing should make all of our clients feel more at ease about their pets' medical and surgical care.

Lori's husband runs a farm in Bonanza, which they share with their dogs, cats and cattle. Free time will always find Lori outdoors; fishing, hunting, camping or riding her four-wheeler.

Previously trained as a Certified Nursing Assistant, she realized that her love of animals was drawing her to veterinary work instead. Luckily, she found us in the spring of 2008 and joined our team as a Hospital Assistant. Her background in medicine, her intelligence and her desire to learn, have quickly made her a valuable team member. You may find Sarah in an exam room, obtaining vital signs on your pet, or assisting in surgery, or in the laboratory, running blood tests. Wherever she is, she's doing a great job!

Sarah lives with her husband, son, daughter, and a dachshund. All enjoy backpacking, fishing, and sunset picnics at the park.

A part of our team since 2006, she is in charge of facility maintenance and makes sure that our clients are always entering a hospital and boarding facility that we are proud of. From dusting to painting, remodeling to appliance repair, computer maintenance to gardening, no task is too big or small for Sheri to tackle. And, with her love of animals, she's always ready to pitch in and assist anywhere, anytime, or to comfort a patient just coming out of anesthesia.

At home, she & her husband are owned by 2 cats and a yorkie and enjoy camping, fishing & genealogy.