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Dr. Jacqueline McCool
 Dr.
Jacqueline McCool grew up in south Florida. She realized at the age of
nine that she wanted to become a veterinarian to help as many animals
as possible after her first cat "Papillion" was hit by a car and killed.
She attended Auburn University in Alabama for both undergraduate
studies and vet school. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
degree in June 1991. She practiced in Florida for one year then moved
to California to be closer to her family.
She has practiced in Livermore, CA since August 1995 and purchased Del
Valle Pet Hospital in September 2000. She is a member of American
Animal Hospital Association, American Veterinary Medical Association,
California Veterinary Medical Association and American Association of
Feline Practitioners.
Her husband, Randy, and two children, Ryan and Caitlin are also animal
lovers. They share their home with a dog named Malawai and three cats: Sunshine, Squeaky, and Princess -- all of which are
rescues. When she is not
working, Dr. McCool enjoys working out and doing outdoor activities
with her family.
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Dr. Laura Rensink
 Dr.
Laura Rensink grew up in Sacramento, CA. As a child, she was always
surrounded by a menagerie of pets, including many dogs, cats, rabbits,
and hamsters. In her college years she also owned a snake and several
rats (as pets, not snake food!). Not surprisingly, she wanted to become
a veterinarian.
She attended Humboldt State where she met her husband Gary in the
marching band. They moved to San Diego where she earned her Bachelor of
Science degree in Biology while also working as a veterinary
technician. They next moved to Davis where Dr. Rensink received
her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from UC Davis in 1997. She is
a member of both the California Veterinary Medical Association and the
American Veterinary Medical Association and enjoys attending continuing
education conferences.
She shares her home with Nike (Maine Coon) & Samson (Himalayan)
both rescue cats; Tater Tot (a Pomchi), also a rescue, "Autumn" a guinea pig and three mice "Cupcake", "Milo" and "Cookie Dough". She has 3 lovely daughters, and in her spare time loves
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 Name: Shelley Gendusa
Title: Office Manager
Joined Team: August
2004
Pets: "Baja"
a Pomeranian, "Iggy" the Iguana, and two Russian Tortoises
Hobbies:
Exploring the Sierras in our 4X4's and riding my dual sport motorcycle
with my husband exploring the "back roads" of California.
Favorite thing
about your job: The Staff and puppy kisses.
Favorite
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 Name: Karen Derbyshire
Title: Receptionist
Joined Team: November 2004
Pets: "Wickett", a Lhasa and
wirehaired Jack Russell Terrier mix, and various rescue kitties
Hobbies: Music -Keely Smith fan, swimming, old
movies, thrift store shopping, and cats.
Favorite thing about your job: Being
able to love people and their pets.
Favorite hospital memory: The
day I was hired! To work with such exceptional doctors and such an
awesome staff is truly a blessing! |
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 Name:
Cathy Twesten
Title: Registered Veterinary
Technician
Joined Team: October 2005
Pets: "Satchmo" and "Angus" the cats
and "Fumar" a Shepherd/Husky mix.
Hobbies: Reading, hiking, and
exploring the Bay Area with my family.
Favorite thing about your job:
Taking dental radiographs
Favorite hospital memory: I have
lots of good memories! I love my job. Every pet I have helped to keep
healthy makes me happy! |
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left to right: Megan, Bethany, Christine, and Audrey
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Name: Christine
Cope
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Joined Team: August 1993
Pets: Two Dogs: "Dino" Dalmatian
and "Bell" Lab/Pit mix. Three cats: "Vinnie","Chocolat" and "Monty"
Hobbies: Reading, movies, music and
all types of crafts.
Favorite thing about your job:
Caring for the animals.
Favorite hospital memory: 6/20/96
Delivering a litter of puppies -- 11 Dalmatians including my "Dino".
Name: Audrey
Miller
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Joined Team: June 2002
Pets: Three Pit Bull dogs:
"Shelby", "Hennessey" and "Lucy"; and three cats: "Corkie", "Tipsy" and
"Toby".
Hobbies: Boating, Camping and
enjoying life!
Favorite thing about your job:
Working with and caring for the animals.
Favorite hospital memory: The day I
was hired! Everyday is a special memory here!
Name: Megan Donham
Title: Veterinary
Assistant
Joined Team:
February 2006
Pets:
"Star" a African Grey Parrot, a lizard, a frog, "Henry" a Tortoise,
"Borris" a Basset Hound, "Chance" a Queensland/Pit Mix, 2 cats "Mama's
P" and "Malasia".
Hobbies:
Hanging out with my family and animals, camping, going to the beach,
and playing tether ball with my daughter.
Favorite thing
about your job: Getting to work with animals and being around
them everyday.
Favorite
hospital memory: The day I got hired. I was so excited to have
the opportunity to learn about veterinary medicine.
Name: Natalie Murphy
Title: Veterinary Assistant
Joined Team: March 2006
Pets: "Bert" Rose Breasted
Cockatoo, "Crackers" Blue Front Amazon, "Nick" Border Collie, "Annie" Shepherd/Border Collie Mix.
Hobbies: Scuba diving, yoga,
spending time outdoors, and reading sci- fi and fantasy.
Favorite thing about your job: Snuggles
with Willie!
Favorite hospital memory: My favorite memories are anytime I see a once ill pet come back in for a healthy visit. Knowing a pet got better is great, seeing it is fantastic!
Name: Bethany
Gallagher
Title:
Veterinary Assistant
Joined Team:
September 2007
Pets:
"Athena" the cat, 3 dogs:"Koopa" a terrier,"Tobi"a Corgi,"Brewster" a
Chihuahua and "Michelle" the Turtle
Hobbies:
Playing Piano, Walking my dogs, Being with friends and family.
Favorite Thing
about my job: Meeting all the different cats and dogs that come
through the door!
Favorite
Hospital Memory: Having the opportunity to work with such
wonderful staff, clients and of course patients!
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Livermore, CA 94551
