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Dr. Hill's Biography
Dr. Lori Hill was born and raised in Amarillo, Texas. After high school she attended college as a pre-med student. She soon decided that working with animals lined up more with who she was. She began her career as a mixed animal practitioner for the first 10 years of practice. After having children, she decided to work only on small animals and has never looked back.
Dr. Hill is married to Scott, Dove Creek’s very own Jack of All Trades. They have two children, Ryan who is attending Texas A&M University, and Karli who attends Texas A&M Blinn . They have a two pups, Snickerdoodle & Sally Sue and a perfect black cat named Grasshopper. Dr. Hill is an avid reader and enjoys spending time with her family the most.
Scott Hill's Biography
Scott was born and raised in Amarillo, Texas where he met the love of his life (Dr. Lori Hill) in the ninth grade. Scott launched his career in veterinary medicine by working at the A&M veterinary school while his wife was working on her veterinary degree. He became a veterinary technician full time in 2000 and continues to enjoy caring for the pets that come in every day, taking care of his staff and being the go to guy for all things Dove Creek related. In his spare time you can find him hunting and spending time in the great outdoors.
Dr. Morel's Biography
Dr. Stephanie Morel was born in Dallas and has lived in Texas her whole life. She graduated from Texas A&M University with a B.S. in Biomedical Sciences and a Minor in Philosophy. Dr. Morel then went on to the Texas A&M Veterinary School where she received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2021. Her interests include Cardiology, Neurology and Surgery (especially orhtopedics).
Dr. Morel has rescued two sweet senior Australian Shepherds, Xena and Dakota and in her free time, she enjoys crafting and rock climbing.
Dr. Pagano's Biography
Dr. Gabrielle Pagano was born and raised in Lewisville, Texas where she graduated as a Fighting Farmer. She joined the Dove Creek Family in 2019. She studied at the University of North Texas graduating with a B.A. in Biology. Her and husband then headed up north to the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine where she earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree in 2017.
She lives with her high school sweetheart, Tyler, their beautiful daughter, Luna, and their small herd of dachshunds (Maggie, Oscar, and Klaus). Her interests include Nutrition, Geriatric Care, Dermatology and Ophthalmology.
Traci's Biography
Traci was born in Waukegun, Illinios but grew up in Rockport, Texas. She currently resides north of Denton with her husband, two amazing children, a rescue pup named Fiona and two cats Knox & Binx.
Traci has always been interested in working with animals and would hang out at her local veterinary clinic as a child to learn everything she could. Her career began in 2010 as a kennel technician, she moved up to lead veterinary technician in 2018 and is currently our Hospital Manager here at Dove Creek. Traci loves hanging out with her family and telling “dad jokes”. For example: What kind of shorts do clouds wear? Thunderwear!
Allye's Biography
Allye was born and raised in Hurst, Texas. She has always loved animals and knew she wanted to find a place where she would be around them at all times. Allye has the biggest heart for every cat and kitten that comes through our doors.
She presently does not have any pets but every time a kitten pops in who needs adopting, we give it to her to love on, we are super close to getting one home with her! She is an avid reader, gamer, and an amazing artist. Even though Allye works in a small animal clinic where she hangs with dogs and cats all day her favorite animals are buffalos, alligators, and bats.
Heather's Biography
Heather is originally from Kansas but grew up in Denton with her 4 sisters. Heather’s journey to veterinary medicine is a surprising one. She worked 10+ years in Aviation before deciding she needed a change. That is when Dove Creek gained an amazing individual, Heather has become the face of the front and is well loved by longtime clients.
Over the years at Dove Creek, she has also become skilled in technical veterinary medicine as well. She currently lives with her husband Scott and their two little dogs, Sassy and Bella. Heather’s favorite pastimes are camping, boating, gardening, and spending time with her family. She has two children, Alexis and Justin, a sweet grandchild named Brodie and grandbaby number two is on its way!
Elin's Biography
Elin grew up in South Bend, IN but has lived in several states over the years. She has always had a love for animals and been passionate about their care. When she began her career in the veterinary field it just made sense! She lives with her husband Caleb and their two fur babies Momo, a beagle mix and Bowie a Sharpei mix. Elin loves reading, writing, playing music and the outdoors.
Lauren's Biography
Lauren was born in Sacramento, California. She spent her childhood moving around and has lived in four different states! Lauren has always had a soft spot for animals, but it wasn’t till March of 2019, that she really started to pursue that passion as a potential career; becoming a veterinary technician in 2020!
Lauren and her husband have a sweet dog named Charlie and a beautiful cat named Tinker Bell. When Lauren was in high school theatre, she learned that she had a knack for special effects makeup, which she still enjoys doing from time to time, although nothing brings her more joy than spending time with family and her fur babies!
Jessica's Biography
Jessica is a local who grew up in Plano, Texas but now lives in Corinth with her partner in life James and their two kiddos, Landon and Kinley. The family also has two sweet as pie goldendoodles named Shadow and Radar. In her spare time Jessica enjoys attending her son’s football games, watching her little girl cheer and letting the dogs romp around at the dog park.
Working at Dove Creek has been very rewarding for Jessica, being able to see so many animals on their wellness journeys. She is also currently studying to be a human labor and delivery nurse and dreams of having a herd of alpacas and goats someday.
Evelin's Biography
Evelin was born in Dallas, Texas but grew up right here in Denton. She started at Dove Creek as a high school student through a pre-veterinary class she was taking. When the class was over Evelin was hired on at the clinic!
Evelin is studying to be a translator in the human health sector to be a voice for those that otherwise may not be heard. She doesn’t have any pets at this time due to her rigorous school schedule which is why she considers each dog and cat that comes in to board as her own.
Cindy's Biography
Cindy was born in Bloomfield, Iowa and moved to Texas at the age of 4 years old. Cindy grew up always having animals. When she was 12, she began working around horses and eventually learned to ride and care for them on her own. Cindy then turned her passion for horses into a career where she trains, breaks, and shows them.
Through this work she also began helping a local veterinarian with vaccines and basic wound care of other animals which led to her first job in veterinary medicine. Cindy has been in a veterinary technician role ever since. She currently has 7 perfect cats and is known as our very own resident cat whisperer.
Sarah's Biography
Sarah was born and raised in the beautiful Northern California town of Humboldt County. She took an adventurous step moving to Texas where she met her husband, Jonathan, and began her veterinary technician career. Sarah has two sweet cats named Wall-E and Eva whom she spoils and adores. She loves exploring nature (Wall-E goes with her at times on his harness), painting and crafting. She has a heart for all animals, but dogs and cats are her wheel house!
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