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Dr. Clark attended BYU Idaho (Rick's College) and later received a Bachelor of Sciences in Microbiology from the University of Idaho. He received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Washington State University. He has a special interest in advanced dentistry and is a member of the American Veterinary Dental Society. His dad, Chad Clark, DVM was his role model. It was working with his Veterinarian father that he learned to serve others and care for animals. After graduation he worked with his father doing mixed animals (large and small) for 8 years. Veterinary medicine was advancing so quickly that he decided to limit his focus to strictly companion animals (cats and dogs). This has given him the opportunity to provide the level of care he knows is available. His primary objective is to add years to your pet's life and life to your pet's years. He truly believes in keeping healthy pets healthy. He is very active in the community and is currently a Board of Director for Central Valley School District. The Spokane Valley has the rural values he grew up with along with a progressive outlook. He is very proud to be a member of this community.

Dr. Jessica Sanders

Dr. Jessica Sanders graduated from Oregon State University College of Veterinary medicine in 2002 after which she spent 5 years at a very busy small animal practice on the coast of Oregon. There she gained experience in general surgery and emergency medicine. She has called Spokane her home now for 3 years and is committed to providing excellent wellness care for this community’s Pets. She has two dogs, a French bulldog and a Boston terrier and enjoys illustrative art as an active hobby.

Receptionist

"Hello, Pet Vet Hospital and Wellness Center, this is Rochelle how may I help you?" This is how our caring, friendly receptionist will greet you everyday. Rochelle joined our team in 2008 and brought with her a wealth of customer service experience. She and her family moved from Montana where Rochelle had worked with other professionals as well as emergency services. Already she has become the victim of puppy love by adopting an english setter puppy. Rochelle instinctively knows how to share her compassionate nature. Being a pet guardian herself she really understands the needs of our pet parents. She can help answer any concerns you may have, whether it be financing, wellness issues or other pet related anxieties. She will treat you as though you were her own family because she actually feels that way.

Licensed VeterinaryTechnician

Ragan is a Licensed Veterinary Technician. She graduated from WSU with a Bachelor of Animal Science degree. She attended Freeman High School and is very familiar with many of the original Spokane Valley families. She grew up in a rural setting and has vast experience with animals. Working with animals is second nature to Ragan as she has always been surrounded by pets both large and small. Pictured here with her own dog, Josie, Ragan has been part of our team since 2001. She also worked with ADM (Archer Daniels Midland) specializing in animal nutritional needs. She can answer your questions regarding pet nutrion and a whole array of pet related issues. Her education, experience and expertise allows her to provide the highest quality of competent care for your pet. Ragan is conscience, calm and caring. Our clients love her gentleness and understand that she will treat their pets as if they were her own.

Veterinary Assistant

Montana's loss is our gain. Janet moved here from Montana where she was the Assistant Manager of the Bitterroot Humane Association (private non-profit animal shelter) in charge of Veterinary Services. There she was licensed to perform euthanasias which helped solidify her committment to wellness issues. She is also certified through the HSUS (Humane Society - United States) to work with animal emergency preparedness. Janet has had the benefit of  many continuing education opportunities. She has experience with behavioral issues and is certified to teach clicker training. Janet, shown here with Tank, is currently training him to be a bird dog and both are involved with local agility clubs. Janet is very dedicated to helping you add years to your pet's life and life to your pet's years.

    Animal Care Providers

Mark and Scott Crossen are Senior's and both Honor Students at Central Valley High School. They are in all of the advanced placement classes and have special interest in advanced math and science. Their extracurricular activities include; BSA Eagle Scouts, Members of the Knowledge Bowl and award winning marksmen. If you have children that play youth soccer you may have met Mark or Scott. They have referred local soccer leagues for the past 3 years. They keep our hospital meticulously clean and assist in taking care of the boarding pets on the weekends.

Practice Manager Shelly has worked with her husband, Dr. Keith Clark, in the Veterinary Profession for over 20 years. Prior to that she worked with other professionals such as dentist, physical therapist, orthodontist, etc. She was raised with a menagerie of pets including; squirrel monkeys, pigeons, horses, cows, chickens, rabbits, goats, snakes, mice, hamsters and of course cats and dogs. It was natural to marry a man who loved animals too. The Clark's purchased Central Valley Animal Clinic in 1995 from Dr. Trish Hoffman and Dr. Dale George. We changed the name, remodeled, computerized and haven't stopped making changes since that first day here. The original clinic was built in the 1970's. Many of you may remember the Old Red Barn that use to be next door. We have seen the original pictures when Sullivan was still a dirt road. A lot has changed over the years but not the quality of the individuals and the families in this area. It has been a pleasure to live and work here. We are so proud to call this home. As you can see this is a family business. We hope that you and your pet will always feel welcome and part of our Veterinary family too.