Welcome
Belchertown Veterinary Hospital & Canterbury Tails Veterinary Clinic
Meet Our Belchertown Team
Jennifer- Practice Manager
Meet Jennifer! Jen joined our team in 2020. She oversees both our Belchertown and Ware offices. She is graduated of the University of Connecticut with a B.S in Animal Science and minor in Sociology. She comes to us with over 15+ years of experience as a Veterinary Technician and a Veterinary Technician Coordinator. Her interest included rabbit husbandry and guiding clients through end of life care. Jen is the proud owner of 3 rescue pets, Loki (Tortoiseshell Cat), Ophelia (Giant American Chinchilla rabbit), and Blitz (German Shepherd Mix). Jen is pictured with her 18lb rabbit Ophelia.
Kirstin - Medical Director
Meet Kirstin! Kirstin has been with our hospital since 2012! She is both an experienced veterinary technician and veterinary office manager. Kirstin is a jack of all trades and skilled in all aspects of veterinary care. Kirstin a proud military wife and mother, and owner of two Biewers (Forrest & Joey), and a German Shepherd (Orson).
Ally - Lead Veterinary Technician
Ally joined our team in 2023. Ally has worked in a wide variety of small animal environments including wellness, emergency, shelter, and surgery! She is excited to expand her already extensive knowledge to exotic and pocket pets. Ally was born and raised in Springfield, MA before attending college near Washington D.C. After college Ally lived in northern Virginia for a few years before eventually migrating back to Western Massachusetts. In her spare time Ally stays very busy keeping her two pittie mixes and human child busy. Ally also loves to go on adventures both near and far! We look forward to helping her grow within the veterinary field and prepare for whatever the future brings!!
Dani - Veterinary Assistant
Meet Dani! Dani joined our team as an experienced veterinary assistant in 2022, and has a bachelors in Animal Science from the University of Massachusetts. She is excited about learning hands on and developing her skills to become an outstanding veterinary technician. Dani enjoys traveling with her significant other, and relaxing with her friends and family. She is the proud owner of two papillions Finey and Piper.
Sue- Receptionist
Meet Sue! Sue joined our team in 2016. She previously worked in the human medical field but her love of animals drew her to work in the veterinary field. She is a Native Vermonter who now lives in Belchertown with her husband, three dogs, three cats, a chinchilla and several chickens. Susan's favorite animals are the down-trodden ones no one else wants. Her dream is to win the lottery and open a huge rescue! Besides her animals Susan loves to garden and restore furniture into pieces of art.
Jake - Receptionist
Meet Jake! Jake joined our team in 2022. He brings with him valuable experience as a customer advising supervisor for a large 24-hour veterinary emergency hospital in Texas. Jake is a lover of all animals, especially exotics and extra large dog breeds. He is also passionate about the arts. He enjoys reading, writing, and musical performance. He looks forward to meeting you and your pets.
Sam- Veterinary Assistant
Meet Sam! Sam joined our team in 2023. Sam has a particular interest in reptile husbandry and care. She is the proud owner of Moose the golden retriever, Zesty the bearded dragon, Pudge the blue-tongued skink, and Milo & Segway her cats.
