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Colorado (Multiple areas &  State-wide coverage) 


Dr. Michelle Peacock
Area Served: Colorado Springs, Monument, Parker, Buena Vista, Breckenridge, etc., and the surrounding areas.
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  719-684-3627
Email:   peacockmr@sbcglobal.net
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
None

In addition to small animals (dogs and cats) I am an equine practitioner. I graduated Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences in 1995.  I have owned my own mixed animal practice (small animal /equine) and have extensive private practice experience.  I am available on a daily to weekly basis depending on your need. I just need a two week notice for scheduling. I charge $55/hour for my services, and a percentage for emergencies. I am happy to speak with you concerning my qualifications and expertise. I look forward to hearing from you and thank you, Dr. Peacock

 


Dr. Angelina Piccoli
Area Served: Statewide
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  720-271-9823
Email:  kitty6toes@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Available on an individual basis

Experienced in small companion animal medicine and general soft tissue surgery. Have 3+ years experience in shelter medicine including high volume spay/neuter. Special interests include feline, small mammal and avian medicine.

  • DVM Colorado State, 1986

  • Available short or longterm

  • Starting rate $45/hr but may be negotiable


Dr. Lisa Warren
Area Served: less than 40 mile radius of Evergreen ideal
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:Y    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  303 564 0647
Email:    lisawarren01@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Available on an individual basis

University of Georgia 2001 grad. 3.5 yrs general practice and 2 yrs emergency practice experience.

 


RSVP: Relief Services for DVMs
Area Served: Colorado & Texas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:Y    Large Animal:Y
Contact_Phone:  972-434-3877
Email:   monica.hughes@4act.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Available on an individual basis

RSVP provides relief veterinarians and all animal medical support staff in Texas and Colorado. (Spring 2007)   Let RSVP help solve your staffing problems, no matter what they are! Temporary or permanent hire, RSVP offers premium doctors at fair rates.  All fees are negotiated.

 


Dr. Richard L. Goode
Area Served: Pueblo and surrounding areas, southern Colorado Springs, Rye, Walsenburg, Westcliff, Canon City.
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:Y    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone: 719-252-5152 or 254-595-0935 or 940-769-2045
Email:   loisgoracke@prodigy.net
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
I am not board certified but I special interest in SA diagnostics, SA/EQ dental and SA geriatric patients. MS in nutrition. BS Animal Science Special interest in practice management as well.

  • Texas A&M Graduate, owner of several practices that I started and then sold. All practices are currently viable. I have worked relief in several different practices through the years.
  • 33 years of experience
  • Graduated DVM in 1973/Texas A&M. Masters theasis on Equine Colic for MS in Animal Nutrition. Received awards while at A&M.
  • I will do relief work by the day, or the month or on a permanent part time basis.
  • $400/day, for 8 hr. day./$500.00 per day for 10 hr. day.

Dr. Jeff Piper
Area Served: Statewide
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  520-836-7684
Email:      
n/a
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

Current licensure in AZ, CA, ID, MT, CO, SD, and IA. Over 18 years experience in small animal medicine and surgery.1987 graduate of Iowa State University. Compensation negotiable.

 


Dr. Matthew Smith
Area Served: I live in Breckenridge and will serve approx. 30 mile radius
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  970-485-9605
Email:      msmithinco@comcast.net
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

Graduated from Kansas State University in 1997. Doing relief work since 2000. Licensed in four states including CO. Accredited in Colorado. Availability varies and is flexible. Rate is $45/hour.

 


Dr. Jinny Lin
Area Served: Denver Metro and surrounding areas, Colorado Springs
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:    720-335-9495
Email:      jinny_ann@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

Relief_DVM_Summary:

Live in Denver, but will work within 30 mile radius of Denver and Colorado Springs.  Adjust easily to any practice  Skilled in medicine, surgery, and spay/neuter clinics.  2004 Univ of Pennsylvania grad.  Licensed and accredited.  Available anytime including weekends and holidays.

 


Dr. Rance D. Hampton
Area Served: All Colorado
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:   (858) 922-2876 or (303 )646-4592
Email:      rancehampton@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Experienced in emergency medicine.

I am located in Denver, but I am willing to work anywhere in Colorado depending on the the duration of relief needed.

3 years of experience in a progressive, 24hr, small animal, referral hospital with 8 doctors including a board certified surgeon. I was responsible for the start-up and management of the after-hour, emergency/critical care facility in this hospital. Prior to this I was responsible for a full appointment schedule as well as all walk-ins. I am used to being very busy and feel multi-tasking is one of my strengths.

*Graduated from CSU in 2002
*Available days, nights, and weekends
*Long-term or short-term relief
*Rates negotiable

 


Dr. Paul M. Gibbons
Area Served: Colorado
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  507-254-4665
Email:       pgibbons@email.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
1) ABVP Certified in Avian Practice
                                                  2) Residency training in Avian, Reptile, Exotic mammal medicine & surgery

DVM University of Illinois 1994. Private practice 1994-2000. Residency in avian/reptile/exotic mammal medicine & surgery University of California, Davis 2000-2002. Graduate academic teaching basic sciences to veterinary students and studying wildlife disease 2002-2003. Companion animal/exotics relief in Minnesota, California, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Colorado 2003-present. Independent contract veterinarian in wildlife research 2004-present. Exotics referral practice preferred. Billing rate $50/hr with 6-hour minimum per day. Prefer at least 5 sequential days. Travel arrangements negotiable. 

Paul M. Gibbons, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Avian)  Madison WI 53711    Voicemail: (775) 278-8196   Fax: (775) 371-6065

 


Dr. Kristen K. Mitchell
Area Served: North Denver, Golden, Arvada, Broomfield, Boulder, etc.
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  303-362-1143
Email:        kkm_dvm@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

I am a 2004 Michigan State University grad with ~1 year of experience as a small animal associate veterinarian. My areas of experience include medicine and soft tissue surgery. I have a strong work ethic and am very detail-oriented. I am also easy going and have effective communication skills. My availability is flexible, rates are negotiable. Resume available upon request.

 


Dr. Monet Martin
Area Served: Metro Denver and surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  303-513-1071
Email:        zalabha@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

Skilled at surgery and medicine. Ultrasound and have emergency experience. 2002 Graduate Texas A&M. Available anytime including weekends and holidays.

 


Dr. Jamie Arvizo
Area Served: Boulder and Denver Metro Area
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  303.746.3527
Email:        tswan5@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

2003 CSU graduate. Extensive experience in emergency medicine. Experience also in daytime practice as relief veterinarian. I have seen exotic and avian patients on an emergency basis.

 


Dr. Tina Swan
Area Served:  Denver and surrounding areas including Boulder, Fort Collins, Colorado Springs
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:   303-886-2259
Email:        tswan5@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

Graduated from the University of Florida in 2000. Internship trained in emergency and critical care. I have been practicing emergency medicine in referral hospitals since graduation. Interested in General Practice relief work as well.  Available anytime, weekdays and weekends.  Billing rate $40/hr.

 


Dr. Monica Overman
Area Served:  Metro Denver, Fort Collins, Boulder, Colorado Springs
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  (480) 220-1383
Email:        birdlady2486@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

Experience in critical care (2 years full time) and avian/exotics. Also interested in soft tissue surgery. Graduated CSU in 2002, internship in Mesa, AZ. Available for day and night shifts. $40/hr.

 


Dr. Joy Turner
Area Served:  Boulder, Longmont,Ft. Collins,Loveland, Denver
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  303-494-2103
Email:        grtjrr@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

I have 15 years plus experience in small animal medicine and ER work. I enjoy working with your clients and I am easy to get along with your staff. CSU grad 1989.$40-45/hr. and negotiable for ER shifts. Available this fall and winter.


Dr. Lori Jones
Area Served: Will travel anywhere in CO
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone: 202 276 4441
Email:         ljjones41@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
general practitioner

I have no problems with overnight stays. I have been a relief vet for 10 years. I graduated 1992 from KSU.  I love client communication best and medicine. I charge $50.00 per hour.

 


Dr. Danielle Huval
Area Served:  Longmont, Denver, Boulder, Fort Collins and surrounding areas.
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:   (720) 939-7065
Email:        dhuval8@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

I am a 2001 graduate of CSU and have recently relocated to the Denver area from New Mexico. I have experience with small, exotic and large animals. Areas of interest include surgery, pain management, and client education. I have well-developed client skills and a great work ethic. Please call to discuss fees and availability.

 


Dr. Ramy Moudy
Area Served:  All Colorado & Texas
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:Y    Large Animal:Y
Contact_Phone:  214.533.9965
Email:        r_moudy@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

1997 Texas A&M graduate. Experience in mixed and small animal practices. Most large animal experience is in equine, but comfortable handling basic food animal needs. Well received by staff and clients. On call services considered. Travel negotiable with accomodations. References available upon request.

 


Dr. Thomas J. Morrison
Area Served:  Fort Collins, Greeley, Loveland, Longmont, Denver, Boulder, Morrison, Leadville, Aspen
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  h:(970) 482-6381 or c:(410) 499-9484
Email:         tj_morrison@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Experience and high interest in Emergency, Surgery and Cardiology.

Two years of day and emergency small animal practice, great client communication skills. Graduated from Ross University in 2002, certified in veterinary acupuncture 2003. Available days, nights and weekends. Compensation for travel (from Fort Collins) and $300-400/day expected. Thank you.

 


Dr. Teresa Dye
Area Served:  Denver,Boulder, Front Range
Small Animal:Y
    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone:  (303) 424-3627
Email:         ruby2d39@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Board Certified in Surgery--ACVS, 2002

Eight years experience in 24 hour/specialty practice. Primary interests include emergency medicine & surgery. Will work all shifts--day or night. $35/hour for daytime and $45/hour overnight.

 


Dr. James T. Akers
Area Served: Front Range & Denver Metro & Wyoming Statewide
Small Animal:Y 
   Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone: 303-237-1855
Email:         dwolf1955@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
N/A

Colorado State University 1987
Over 10 years experience in small animal relief service.
Billing rate-negotiable

 


Dr. Michele L. Wagner
Area Served: All of Colorado
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact_Phone: 303 263-1851
Email:         ervet17@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Starting Acupuncture School in January, will be certified by March

Two plus years in 24 hour emergency, referral and general practice. Started relief practice in October,2002. Extensive emergency and internal medicine experience. Interested in day practice and emergency shifts. $38.00/hour for first eight hours, then $45/hour. Willing to work all shifts. Graduated CSU 2000

 


Dr. Cathy Just
Area Served: Ft. Collins, Loveland, Longmont, Boulder, Denver, Golden, Highlands Ranch, Arvada
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Phone:
(303) 579-0648
Email: 
justdogsncats@msn.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
N/A

1999 graduate from Purdue University with 4 plus years of experience at high-volume, high-quality, AAHA accredited practices.  General soft-tissue surgery, medicine, and emergency services available.  Local, Colorado references available upon request.

 


Dr. Samuel M. Fassig
Area Served: Denver, Front Range, Statewide Denver, Front Range, Statewide (within 150-200 miles from Denver)
(303) 644-4433 or mobile  (303) 898-9184
Email: 
drsfassig@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
Certified OD consultant (skilled in organizational development-practice management, practice building, development of profit centers in practice.)

Previous owner of 3 practices as one business unit for 13 yrs. Experienced clinician, practice administrator, flexible and seasoned. Looking for a part-time, relief or management opportunity. Will consider work as a contract employee. Am incorporated for that purpose (PCMR Consulting Services PC). Resume available on request.  Equine and small animal oriented. National reputation and experience with animal athletes.  Looking for a good fit.  Let's visit and see if I can help you with your needs

 


Dr. Paula Gibson
Area Served: Colorado Springs, all of Colorado
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
(719) 687-5582 or 641-2385
Email: 
PaulaVet@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: 
n/a

WSU grad 1987.  Available for small animal practice, emergency practice, and spay and neuter clinics. Excellent references available.

 


Dr. Leandro Gutierrez
Area Served: All of Colorado, including Denver, Boulder, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Western Slope
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:Y    Large Animal:Y
Contact Phone: 888-386-2416
Email: dvmsearch@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

Small, Mixed, Equine, Emergency and Large Animal Career relief veterinarian since 95.  Adjust easily to any practice style or type.  Good reviews with client communications as well as medical/surgical expertise.  Graduated CSU 92. Rate $350/day on-call included. Travel/board expenses to be paid. Prefer 4 day minimum scheduling.  Have managed practices, also associate experience. Career relief practitioner since 95'

 


Dr. Enita Larson
Area Served: Front Range
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 402-894-5000
Email: 

My experience includes 4 years at a busy 24-hour, 7 doctor, general practice and 1 year of emergency/critical care at a referral center with a boarded surgeon and internist. I began my own relief business in 2000.  I am looking for relief positions or an associate position with the option to buy in the Colorado front range. I currently charge $35.00/hour for the first 8 hours and $52.50 for each additional hour. There is a 4 hour minimum requirement. Intended services can be negotiated on an individual basis. I will see all small animals and pocket pets, but prefer not to see reptiles or birds. Hours and shift times are not important. Call for my availability.

* 1995 graduate Kansas State
* 4 years at 24 hour, 7 doctor, general practice; 1 year at emergency/critical referral facility
* Available for days or weeks, day or night shifts
* Billing rate $35/hour with 4 our minimum or negotiable by weekly rates.
* Would consider full time position at the right hospital

 


Dr. Steven C. Moore
Area Served: All of Colorado, prefer Southern Colorado
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 505-865-9283
Email:  scmdvmlsu@mciworld.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

11 years experience as associate in variety of practices including large, mixed, and small animals (some exotics). Experience in major metropolitan practices as well as small town practices.  Also experience in managing the medical aspects of a practice for 2 years.  Highly skilled in internal medicine as well as surgery. One year experience as a relief veterinarian.  LSU '88 Graduate.  Prefer weekly intervals of work.  Daily rate-$300.00/day plus emergency fees (negotiable). Travel and lodging expenses reimbursed. References available

 


Dr. Dave Nelson
Area Served: Statewide Colorado, Front Range, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Western Slope, Denver, Boulder, Eastern Colorado, Wyoming all areas considered.
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:Y    Large Animal:Y
Contact Phone: 720 560 4165
Email: doctordave86@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

 

20 years experience in small animal medicine and surgery, all night emergency medicine and surgery, some equine, bovine, ovine, dairy, feedlot. CSU 1986. Available days , nights, weekends. Will travel to most areas in Colorado, Wyoming. Fees variable, discussed, depending on area, travel and expenses.

 


Dr.  Ross
Area Served: Denver & Boulder
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 305-465-0394
Email:  n/a 
Board Certifications / Specialties:  n/a

UC Davis '92 graduate.  Five years of relief experience in the Washington D.C. Metro area.  Well received by clients and staff alike.  Rates:  $40/hour weekdays, $45/hour weekends.  Sorry, no emergency shifts.

 


CVT Rebecca Rose 
Area Served: All of Colorado, including Denver, Boulder, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Western Slope
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:Y
Contact Phone: 970-275-0221
Email:  Rosemomcvt@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

Veterinary Technician Services throughout the state.  Offering technician support, receptionist or office management relief.

* Small and Large Animals, Exotic & ER
* Independent Contractor
* Over 10 years of experience
* Graduated from CMC 1987
* Please schedule for 3-5 days, at least month in advance.
* $16.50 per hour with mileage and private housing accommodations provided


Dr. Steve Sheldon
Area Served: Vail Valley, Summit County and
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 305-259-2093
Email: drdoginit@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: special interests include: oncology, dermatology, internal medicine, soft tissue surgery

Practice owner (4 year AAHA, average gross 850k, 1986 UF grad etc) doing 15 month sabbatical in Vail area, possibly relocating family.  available June 2001.  interested in possible long-term relationship, per diem work or relief services.  Wanna work my practice in Miami while I'm out in Colorado?  many possibilities!


Dr.
Area Served: Mountains Colorado & Wyoming
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:Y    Large Animal:Y
Contact Phone: (970) 734-4636 or (307) 742-5965
Email:  merseyboo@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:  Past member of two different State Board of Examiners for Veterinary Medicine.  Past President of Theriogenology, 1985.  Member of AVMA, AABP, AAEP, and Society for Theriogenology.

I am an experienced vet with 38 years in mixed animal practice, no exotics, and a graduate of CSU, 1963.  I have extensive experience in canine, feline and bovine, as well as routine horse work. I have started my own two practices, the last developed in 23 years from $83k to $900k/per year. I am available on an as-needed basis at a rate of $400 per day plus mileage. Licensed to work in Colorado and Wyoming.

 

Denver


Dr. Michelle Lorenzen
Area Served:
Denver Metro Area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y   Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-667-1368
Email:
maedvm@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 n/a

3 years general practice with full soft tissue surgical skills; 1 year emergency and critical care; 2003 Texas A&M Graduate; $40/hr


Dr. Jason W. Soukup
Area Served:
Denver Metro Area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y   Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
720-280-9173
Email:
wjsoukup@msn.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 Internship trained

2002 Texas A&M Graduate. Internship trained. Experience in small animal, exotics, medicine, surgery, and emergency med. Special interest in dentistry and feline medicine.


Dr. Brian J. Boyle
Area Served:
Denver Metro Area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N   Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-972-9171
Email:
aboboyle74@msn.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 n/a

1988 VaTech graduate; extensive small animal medical and surgical experience.


Dr. CeeCee Mullen
Area Served:
Serving western metro Denver including Golden, Idaho Springs, Evergreen and Bailey.
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N   Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-910-7089
Email:
catdogdr@lycos.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 n/a

Relief Vet- 1998 Tufts graduate with 5+ years relief experience in Boston area and Central NY is available for western Denver areas including Evergreen and Idaho Springs. Comfortable with both small animal medicine and surgery. Experienced in shelter medicine and laser with excellent staff and client skills. Please call for rates and availability.


Dr. Kerry Muhovich
Area Served:
Denver Metro
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N   Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-399-3998
Email:
kerrymuhovich@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 n/a

I am a 2001 Colorado State graduate. I have extensive experience in managing behavior cases. I am an assistant professor in the Veterinary Technology program at Community College of Denver. I am currently available most evenings as well as Friday through Sunday. Rates negotiable.


Dr. Lenny Laraio
Area Served:
Denver Metro and surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y   Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
  303-931-7389 (cell)
Email:
laraio@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
Currently in 2nd year of residency at the Denver Zoo

Graduated from Univ. of Florida in 2003. Worked for 1 year in small animal/exotic pet practice before starting residency. Due to residency schedule only available on limited weekend days, no overnight shifts. Rate: $40/hour.


Dr. Paul Klaus
Area Served:
Denver and surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N   Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
720-212-0541
Email:
paul_klaus@comcast.net
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 Completed small animal internship at local Denver small animal hospital, 2001-2002.

Areas of experience and interest include small animal general practice, surgery, dentistry, emergency and critical care medicine.  Rates begin at $40/hour, but are negotiable with extended hours.  Please call/leave message for details.


Dr. Kristin Messenbaugh
Area Served:
Denver and surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
(303) 332-8181
Email:
messenbaughdvm@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 specialty training in behavioral medicine

I have 1.5 years of comprehensive veterinary experience as an associate veterinarian. I am extremely thorough and diligent, with lots of enthusiasm and a desire to work hard. I also communicate well with clients.  I graduated in May 2003 from CSU.  My availability is very flexible and my rate is somewhat negotiable. My resume is available upon request.


Dr. Shea Cox
Area Served:
Foothills and Denver metro
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-596-2048
Email:
shealcox@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 N/A

  • I have practiced exclusively in an Emergency/Critical Care/Referral setting since graduation; I do not perform general surgery, but am proficient with emergency procedures (abscess, laceration, etc.)
  • Michigan State University, 2001
  • Available days, some nights and some weekends
  • Billing rate $40.00/hr (overnight emergency shifts based on hourly rate)
  • Excellent medical skills, multi-tasker, easy going, and a good sense of humor

Dr. Keri Jones
Area Served:
West Denver metro (West of Monaco)
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-981-4663
Email:
KLJONESDVM@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 N/A

1995 Graduate of Oklahoma State Univ. with 4 years Emergency experience (St. Louis, Boulder, Denver). Owner of Homeward Bound Mobile Vet Clinic past 5 yrs. Available 1-2 days/week, some weekends. Daytime or weekend night shifts, regular or ER. $38/hr day, $45/hr night


Dr. Kelliaine Puccio
Area Served:
Denver metro, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Parker, Lone Tree, Castle Rock, Monument, Westminster, etc.
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
334-660-1200 (cell); 303-660-8826 (home)
Email:
kpuccio777@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 N/A

  • Experience/background: Completed an intensive one year internship at Alameda East Veterinary Hospital. Handled 10-25 emergencies per day/night as well as experience with routine appointments. Some experience with exotics. No avian experience.
  • Years of experience: one year
  • Date of graduation/school: May 11, 2003 from Tuskegee University School of Veterinary Medicine
  • Durations of time available (days, weeks, months): Mon. - Fri. (July - Sept)
  • Billing rate (e.g., $250/day, negotiable, etc.): negotiable ($300/day)

Dr. Jena Questen
Area Served: Southwest Denver & surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
(303) 816-6006
Email:
questen@earthlink.net
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 CSU-certified veterinary acupuncturist

A 2001 graduate of CSU, I have been in mixed practice since then.  - I own my own small equine practice in Bailey, CO. People say that I am fun and easy to get along with!  Salary requirements = $40/hour


Dr. Cathy Just
Area Served: Denver Front Range within 50 miles of Denver
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
(303) 579-0648
Email: NA
Board Certifications / Specialties:
 Small animal medicine and surgery. High-volume, high-quality medicine.

1999 graduate from Purdue University with 4 1/2 years experience in high-quality, high-volume AAHA practices. Experience in medicine, surgery, dentistry, and emergency services.


Dr. Cindy Melroy
Area Served: Entire Denver Area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
303-428-4510
Email: NA
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

2001 Florida Graduate.  Over 1year experience in small animal practice.  Availability and rate negotiable


Dr. Heather Becker
Area Served: Entire Denver Metro
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
(303) 947-8157
Email: NA
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

2000 Graduate of Kansas State University.  Previous experience in small animal and exotics community practice and surgery. Some emergency work. Billing rate negotiable.


Dr. David Ennis
Area Served: Entire Denver Metro
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 303-452-7095
Email: NA
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

28 years experience as solo practitioner of a small animal practice. U of Minnesota grad 1970.  Recently sold practice and available for relief work.  Single days, single weeks, or multiple weeks are fine.  Rate negotiable. 


Dr. Karin Madson
Area Served: North Denver Metro, Broomfield, Brighton, etc.
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: (720) 872-6570
Email:  n/a
Board Certifications / Specialties:  N/A

1988 Cornell graduate.  14 years experience in a variety of veterinary settings, including emergency practice.  Good general internal medicine doctor.  $35/hr on weekdays.  $50/hr on weekends.

Colorado Springs


Dr. Carin Ramsel
Area Served:
within 50 miles of Colorado Springs
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:Y   Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
719-650-7717
Email:
carin2@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
Residency training in clinical pathology, cytologist for Alameda East Veteriary Hospital for ten years.

2003 graduate of Kansas State University. I completed a small animal medicine and surgery internship at Michigan Veterinary Specialists. Recently moved to the Colorado Springs area and looking for FT/PT employment or relief work. Rates are negotiable.


Dr. Debra Van Houten
Area Served:
Colorado Springs, Black Forest, Monument
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
719 494 8246
Email:
drdsvh@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
Residency training in clinical pathology, cytologist for Alameda East Veteriary Hospital for ten years.

DVM, 1988, Oklahoma State University. Residency training 1988-1990 CSU. Small animal medicine, dentistry, and soft tissue surgery fourteen years in Aurora and Denver (twelve years at last clinic). Taught hematology and anesthesiology four years at Bel-Rea Institute. I would like a permanent part time or regular relief position.


Dr. Nicole Stahl
Area Served: Greater Colorado Springs Area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
719-477-1852
Email:
Stahlvets@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

I am a 1998 graduate of the Univ. of Illinois CVM.  I have 3+ years of experience in small animal/exotic medicine and surgery.  I have relocated to Colorado Springs and am looking for relief or part-time employment.  Licensed in CO and IL.  Rates are negotiable on an hourly or per day basis.  Resume and references available on request.


Dr. Mona Vlasak
Area Served: Greater Colorado Springs Area (within 20-30 mile radius)
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 719-200-7302
Email:
monavet@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

I am a 2000 graduate of TX A&M University CVM.  I have relocated to the Colorado Springs area and I am looking for either relief work or part-time employment in a progressive, client-oriented small animal practice.  I am licensed in Colorado and Texas.  My fees are typically $325/day and $40/hr on Sat.  I am available M-Sat with few exceptions.  Please visit my web site for more information including my resume: WWW.VetRelief.Net.  Thank you.

 

Boulder, Longmont, Ft. Collins


Dr. Lesley Leach
Area Served: 
Fort Collins and surrounding areas--60 mile radius of Fort Collins
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
970-219-0923
Email:
  l.leach@hotmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
n/a

I am a recent CSU graduate--2006. I have been working for the past 3 months in a day practice. I have been handling the majority of complex internal medicine cases, I have performed numerous spays and neuters (very comfortable w/ these), I have performed an eye enucleation and c-section successfully on my own. I am comfortable using a laser for declaws, mass removals, and routine elective surgeries. My daily rate is $350-400, however, this is negotiable.


Dr. Brooke Freeman
Area Served: 
Greeley, Loveland, Ft. Collins and surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
970-352-3575
Email:
dockoeller@msn.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
n/a

I have recently relocated to northern Colorado and I am interested in relief work and possibly a permanent part-time position. I am a 1997 graduate from Texas A&M and completed a small animal internship at the University of Illinois. I spent several years as an associate vet in an AAHA-accreditated practice, until my husband relocated out of state. I have several years experience as a relief vet and as an emergency clinician. I would be happy to provide a resume and references upon request.


Dr. Katie Portacci
Area Served: 
Fort Collins and surrounding areas
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
970-232-8833
Email:
  lizarddoc@gmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
na/

  • 2003 LSU graduate
  • 1 year small/exotic animal practice
  • 2 years small animal emergency
  • + relief work

Dr. Shanna Dean
Area Served: 
Boulder, Ft Collins, Longmont, Greeley area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
 720 353 1371
Email:
shannadean@gmail.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
na/

  • 1999 Graduate Western College Veterinary Medicine *Small animal medical and surgical internship.
  • 6 years emergency practice in a large veterinary specialty hospital in the Denver area. Managed many complicated diseases in this setting.
  • exceptional client communications skills
  •  Available starting in July
  • Rate to be discussed in person

Dr. Leisa Carson
Area Served: 
Ft. Collins, Loveland
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
970-581-8558
Email:
LAZYRQUARTERHORS@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:

CSU grad 1992. Extensive experience in small animal medicine, surgery, dentistry, and emergency medicine. Nine years experience in large, busy, high quality 24-hour hospital. Equine and mixed animal experience as well. Practice management experience, and works well with staff members. Excellent client skills as well. Special interest in surgery and dentistry. Prefer day shifts. Call for rates.


Dr. Patricia Miller
Area Served: 
Berthoud, Loveland, Ft. Collins, Longmont, Boulder, North Denver, and surrounding areas.
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
 970-532-0134 or 970-420-4840
Email:
ratmiller4819@netzero.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:

Graduated 1990 from the Ohio State Univ. Practiced for 9+ years in a small animal practice in Broomfield. Available most days, some Sats. No overnites. Rate negotiable.


Dr. Tammie Pearce
Area Served: 
Fort Collins, Lovland, Greeley, Burthoud, Longmont and anything in between. ***Sundays Only****
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
 970-988-9945 cell please leave mess.
Email:
capri@myexcel.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
Special interest in birds and small rodents. Also experience with reproduction in canine and avian species.

Certified veterinarian graduated from CSU in 1995. Extensive experience in small animal practices that also saw exotics in both Arizona and Colorado. Comfortable working with heavy case loads. Work Sundays only during the day. Fee $300.00/day. I work as an independent contractor using your equipment facilities and staff.


Dr. Nicole Trevethick
Area Served: 
Ft. Collins, Loveland, Longmont, Boulder area
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
 970-535-4320
Email:
nickitrev@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

I graduated from the University of Missouri in 2000. I have practiced in an exclusive small animal practice for 4 years. I have interest in surgery, ultrasonagraphy (2 years experience), dermatology and oncology.


Dr. Ken Bixel
Area Served: 
Boulder, surrounding areas, and route 36 corridor
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
970-389-3353
Email:
kenbixel@yahoo.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

Small animal veterinarian with excellent interpersonal skills and love of veterinary medicine/surgery, relocated to Colorado (10/2000) from busy, full service New York City "Practice of Excellence".  Rates negotiable and available anytime.  1999 University of Pennsylvania graduate.


Dr. Jan Jensen
Area Served: 
Northern Colorado front range from Fort Collins area to Boulder
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
970-226-5384
Email:
VetJan@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:  Special interest in dentistry.

I graduated in 2000 from CSU.  I have been working in a SA practice in Boulder
since graduation.  I am available on most Saturdays and on some days during the week.

 

Pueblo

Dr. Kristin G. Ballotti
Area Served: Pueblo, Colorado Springs, and Eastern Colorado
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:Y    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone:
719-749-2496
Email:
aquiladr1@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:
n/a - special interest in surgery

I am a '92 grad from CSU.  I have extensive experience in small animal private practice and emergency medicine.  I have also worked closely with psittacines, raptors, small mammals and reptiles. I have a love for surgery.  I cannot do ferrets due to allergies.  My rate is $350/normal day plus mileage if out of CSprings area.


Dr. David Burnett
Area Served: 100 mile radius of Pueblo CO
Small Animal:Y 
   Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 719-406-3190
Email: cofacuppee@msn.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: extensive experience in emergency medicine

1994 graduate of Texas A&M Univ.

 

 

Western Slope


Dr. Richard L. Goode
Area Served: 60 mile radius of Westcliff, CO
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 719-687-9202 to 8/15/04 or 719-660-7296
Email:  loisgoracke@prodigy.net
Board Certifications / Specialties: B.S., in Animal Science; M.S. in Animal Nutrition; diagnostics, geriatrics, nutritional counseling; consultation available in practice management.

Texas A&M graduate. Extensive experience in practice development and ownership/management, all aspects of small animal and mixed practice. Excellent people skills with clients and staff. Reasonable fees with high regard for your profitability.


Dr. Leandro Gutierrez
Area Served: All of Colorado, including Denver, Boulder, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Western Slope
Small Animal:Y    Avian:Y    Exotics:Y    Equine:Y    Large Animal:Y
Contact Phone: 888-386-2416
Email: dvmsearch@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties: NA

Small, Mixed, Equine, Emergency and Large Animal Career relief veterinarian since 95.  Adjust easily to any practice style or type.  Good reviews with client communications as well as medical/surgical expertise.  Graduated CSU 92. Rate $350/day on-call included. Travel/board expenses to be paid. Prefer 4 day minimum scheduling.  Have managed practices, also associate experience. Career relief practitioner since 95'

 


Dr. John C. Greenlee
Area Served: Colorado Springs, Western Slope
Small Animal:Y    Avian:N    Exotics:N    Equine:N    Large Animal:N
Contact Phone: 970-856-2149       562-547-3873
Email: jcgvca@aol.com
Board Certifications / Specialties:  Special interest in dermatology. Capable surgeon and internist.

Graduated 1968 from CSU.  Last 30 years in own practice.  Myself and two partners grew this practice to $1.7 million annually before selling in 1993.  I have been working back in this practice since selling.  Rates $300 day.