Mishawaka Animal Care Center

10/23/2026

Day 4 : Today we are happy to recognizing our two veterinary technicians 💕

GRACE: Has been part of our team for one and a half years as a Veterinary Technician . She plays an essential role in supporting our medical and surgical teams. While she primarily works alongside our doctors on medical cases, she also lends her expertise to our surgical team each Friday, helping to ensure patients receive the highest level of care before, during, and after their procedures. Behind the scenes, Grace is responsible for managing the laboratory results we receive from our reference labs, helping our doctor stay informed and ensuring important information is reviewed and communicated efficiently. She also coordinates and maintains the medical teams work schedule helping to keep our hospital running smoothly. Her attention to detail and ability to balance multiple responsibilities makes her a valued member of our team. What truly stands out about Grace is her determination and dedication to her patience. She approaches every challenge with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn, never hesitating to step up when needed. Her compassion, reliability and strong work ethic make her an important part of our practice and someone we can count on.

SAMANTHA: Samantha just joined our team this week and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome her to the practice. As a Veterinary Technician , she brings 10 years of prior experience, enthusiasm and compassion to her role. Although she’s just getting started with us her positive attitude & dedication to animal care has made her fit right in from day one. When it comes to feline patients, Sam is another “cat whisperer“, as a proud cat owner herself she has a special appreciation for all things feline and a natural ability to help cats feel comfortable during their visits. Her skills and love for animals shine through each interaction. We are thrilled to have Sam as part of our team and look forward to all the ways she will contribute to our practice while building relationships with our patients and their families.

10/22/2026

We will be closing at 12:30pm today for an extended lunch hour for some staff appreciation week fun! We will reopen at 2pm.

10/22/2026

Day 3 shines a spot light on Diana & Chloe :

DIANA: As a veterinarian assistant, Diana is truly the definition of a jack-of-all-trades. No matter what needs to be done, she’s ready to step in and help! From maintaining equipment, caring for our boarding pets to assisting the doctors with patient care, she plays a vital role in keeping the hospital running smoothly. Her versatility, reliability and willingness to jump in wherever she is needed make her one of the cornerstones of our medical team. Diana also brings an energy to the clinic that is impossible to miss. Whether she’s sharing a joke, making her teammates laugh, or showing off her legendary dance moves, she has a special way of lifting spirits and keeping morale high, even on the busiest days. Her positive attitude and team first mindset is appreciated by all! Of course, Diana’s love for animals shines through in everything she does. She’s dedicated to ensuring every pet feels comfortable and cared for during their visit. And when it comes to corgis, she has one very important rule: no corgi gets past her without receiving at least one hug and a photo together💕📸🐾

CHLOE: Chloe is a newer member to our medical team. After spending the past year as one of our dedicated kennel attendance, she embraced the opportunity to expand her skills and is being cross trained to become a veterinary assistant. She’s a fast learner and has excelled in her new role to become a valuable part of our patient care team working alongside our doctors. Chloe approaches each day with enthusiasm, determination, and a genuine passion for helping animals. What sets Chloe apart is her dedication to continuous learning . She’s always looking for opportunities to deepen her knowledge and improve her skills so she can provide the highest level of care to our patient. Whether she’s assisting with treatsments , supporting her teammates or learning something new, Chloe brings energy, compassion, and a desire to make a difference in the lives of the pets and families we serve. 🐾💙🦮

10/21/2026

Day 2 of Vet Tech/ Assistant week:

💙Meet Sara: As our lead veterinary assistant, Sara is the driving force behind our medical and surgical teams, helping ensure that every patient receives exceptional care from the moment they arrived to the moment they head home. Her expertise, leadership, and dedication have made her an invaluable part of our practice and a trusted resource for both our team and our clients. Sara wears many hats throughout the clinic. In addition to overseeing medical and surgical cases, she serves as our vet assistant trainer , laboratory manager, resident “cat whisperer” and go to phlebotomist! Whether she’s mentoring new team members, managing complex cases, or helping an anxious feline feel more comfortable, she approaches every challenge with skill, compassion and confidence. Sara is always eager to learn and grow, she embraces new procedures and is passionate about continuous improvement. She is always looking for new ways to enhance patient care and elevate the standard of medicine we provide. She brings creativity, innovation and fear free handling techniques to our medical team helping make veterinary visits less stressful for pets and their families.
Thank you Sara for 2 1/2 years of dedication, compassion, and the heart you bring to this profession every day🐾🩺💙🦮🐈‍⬛

10/20/2026

🐾Today we kicked off celebrating Veterinary Technician/ Veterinary Assistant week! 🐾

We would like to shine a spot light today on Mailnda and Gina 💕For those of you who may not know they are sisters! Malinda has been a part of our practice for 36 years and Gina has been for 32 years . 🙀 Their long-standing loyalty, dedication and decades of service to the clinic has helped shape the caring, close-knit culture that our clients and patience have come to know and trust. They are an invaluable part of our family practice.
💙MALINDA: As a veterinary assistant and our boarding kennel manager, Malinda is dedicated to providing and overseeing the care for every patient entrusted to us while their families are away. She takes great pride in ensuring our boarding guests are comfortable, safe, and loved throughout their stay. She also plays an important role in supporting our medical team and helping to keep the day-to-day flow of appointments running smoothly and efficiently. Whether she’s caring for patients, assisting with appointments, running lab work or stepping in wherever is needed , she brings a steady dependable presence to the team. 
💙GINA: As a veterinary assistant and inventory manager, Gina plays a vital role in keeping both our medical and surgical teams equipped with everything they need to provide exceptional patient care. She manages the countless supplies, medication’s, and equipment that help our hospital run smoothly. Gina also assist with surgical patient preparation, appointment histories and appointments, lab work, and caring for boarding guests. Know affectionately as our “German Shepherd whisperer“ ,Gina has a special connection with dogs and a natural ability to make even the most nervous pets feel comfortable and at ease. She is always looking for ways to help and willing to step in wherever needed.

10/18/2026

🐾Walter had a great day with family and friends at his first college visit and tailgate! 🏈🦮

10/04/2026

🐈‍⬛🐾We would like to introduce Vinnie , our new clinic kitty! He has been with us since early summer getting use to clinic life. 🐈🐾

Vinnie’s owner was elderly with his own health concerns and could not properly care for Vinnie’s health issues. ☹️

Vinnie had a bladder condition called Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC). It is an inflammatory bladder condition that cats can develop for various reasons, but commonly associated with stress.

Depending on the underlying cause of this condition it is commonly treated with pain/anti-inflammatory meds, anti-anxiety medication, antibiotics, dietary changes, pheromone therapy (i.e. Feliway), and some environmental changes.

Vinnie is currently being maintained on prescription urinary diet and has been doing very well!

🐾💙 He is such a sweet boy, has adjusted well to clinic life, and loves all the attention . He mostly likes to hang out in the treatment room area of the clinic so far , but is starting to venture out to the lobby occasionally. We are very lucky to have him 💙🐾

09/27/2026

09/18/2026

🐾🐶 🦮Happy Friday !! Here’s to a great weekend with your furry friends 🐱🐈‍⬛🐾