Our Veterinarian Staff

Summer

Practice manager

Sharon

RECEPTIONIST

Melany

RECEPTIONIST

Valerie

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Jessie

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Namelle

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN​

Justin

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Rachel

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Nina

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Heather C.

VETERINARY ASSISTANT

Devin

Groomer

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Summer

Practice Manager

Summer O’Connor- Summer is a South Florida native who was born and raised in Boca Raton. She decided to pursue a career in Veterinary Medicine and received her AAS in Veterinary Technology followed by her BS in Microbiology. After working as a veterinary technician for over a decade, she went on to further her career through administrative roles in hospital upper management where she takes pride in leadership and team building. She has a special interest in veterinary dentistry and has taught at several of the Florida Veterinary Medical Association conferences in their dentistry wet labs. When she is not working, you can find her spending time with her three sons outdoors kayaking, playing sports, attending concerts, or taking her American Quarter horse out on the trails. She currently has two canine companions, Magnolia an Australian Shepherd, and Reese a Chihuahua/Papillon mix.  

Sharon

Receptionist

Originally from Pittsburgh, Sharon has called Naples home since 1978. With a background in banking and finance, she joined the front office at Town and Country Animal Hospital in 2009 before being appointed as the practice manager in 2016.In addition to her calm demeanor and “can do” attitude, she in known for her ability to remember the names of all our clients and their pets! In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their many rescue Dachshunds. Sharon has been an integral part of the practice through her endless contributions and has stepped down from her role as practice manager, but we are pleased that she will continue to remain as an asset to the practice while working part-time moving forward.

Melany

Receptionist

Bilingual in Spanish and English, Melany was born in Colombia and grew up in Miami, FL. She relocated to Naples in 2023. In addition to serving as Town & Country’s front-desk receptionist, Melany is studying radiation therapy. She grew up on a farm and has loved animals all her life – from donkeys to cats, dogs, and Macaw parrots; she’s excited to welcome you and your pets when you walk through the door at Town & Country. Melany offers experience in veterinary and human care – providing patient and client support for the past ten years in hospital and veterinary care settings. In her free time, Melany kayaks, watches movies, seeks the perfect comic books, and enjoys the company of her German Shepherd Dog, Keyl

Valerie

Veterinary Assistant

Valerie brings a little extra heart to Town and Country Animal Hospital. A SWFL native, she’s balancing her new career as Registered Nurse in open heart ICU with time as a Veterinary Technician. Her name may be familiar to some as Val worked with Town and Country pre-nursing school. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Biology at Slippery Rock University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, graduating as valedictorian from Keiser University. Val is a quick thinker and focuses on positive patient outcomes. She enjoys exploring the outdoors and off-roading with friends. A former gymnast and college cheerleader — Val, her husband, and their three dogs live in a fifth wheel, always ready for an adventure, traveling the states and exploring campgrounds.

Jessie

Veterinary Technician

Originally from Long Island, New York Jessie moved to SW Florida in 2014. Always dedicated to the well-being and care of pets, Jessie aspires to become a veterinarian. Since high school, she’s laid the groundwork to fulfill her dreams and gained experience to serve as a vital member at Town and Country Animal Hospital. Jessie earned her associate degree through Penn Foster College. She has met all the requirements to sit for the Veterinary Technician National Exam (VTNE) to become a licensed Certified Vet Tech (CVT). When you meet Jessie, you’ll notice her enthusiasm and the pep in her step. She enjoys singing, acting, reading, and crafting. Although they do not live up to their names, Jessie shares her life with three rescued cats, Kilala, Menace, and Evil.

Namelle

Veterinary Technician

Namelle is originally from Puerto Rico and is a bi-lingual, fluent in both Spanish and English. She has been a veterinary technician for over 20 years and joined Town and Country Animal Hospital in August of 2023 after relocating from Cutler Bay, Miami. She attended Palm Beach State College from 2014-2018 with a focus in Animal Science, Zoology, and Evolutionary Biology. In her spare time, she enjoys working on her garden with a special interest in growing and maintaining Orchids and Gardenias. She has been passionate about animals since childhood and looks forward to giving your four-legged family members the best care possible while at Town and Country Animal Hospital.  

Justin

Veterinary Technician

A Naples native, Justin joined Town & Country Animal Hospital as a veterinary technician in 2010 after spending 10 years in Phoenix, AZ. He brought with him ten years of experience in veterinary practices and a lifetime of experience as a pet owner. Justin has a firm, gentle way with animals and specializes in calming even the most anxious pets. In addition to being an avid outdoorsman and competitive cyclist, Justin is a husband and father to his daughter and rescue dog, Penny.

Rachel

Veterinary Technician

Rachel is officially the first Bulldog to join our Town and Country team as a tech, that is – a Georgia Bulldog. Born in Maryland, she received her Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management from University of Georgia. During and after college, Rachel first worked with non-human primates as a veterinary technician and behaviorist. Rachel started working in small animal medicine as a tech a few years ago. Her unique background, desire to learn, and love for all animals (wild and domesticated) make her a perfect fit for Town & Country Animal Hospital. Rachel loves the Florida warmth, she is a self-disclosed certified cat-lady. Like many of us, work is what she does when she’s not spending time with her menagerie of pets.

Nina

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

Nina originates from Ohio, and she established Southwest Florida as her home in 2009. Nina was inspired to pursue a career in veterinary medicine after taking care of her childhood Boxer, “Duke”, who was diagnosed with degenerative myopathy. Prior to joining the team at Town & Country Animal Hospital, she served as a veterinary patient coordinator at a fast-paced emergency and specialty practice. This decision allowed her to transform her passion for both people and animals into a rewarding profession where she continues to set goals for herself. She has a special interest in working with fearful or aggressive patients and focuses on giving them a positive experience while in the clinic.  She has two large breed dogs, Dixie and Gator, who constantly keep her entertained and smiling. During her free time, she enjoys being outdoors and taking long walks or going horseback riding.

Heather C.

Veterinary Assistant

Heather joined our Southwest Florida community from Baton Rouge, LA. A science lover at heart, she graduated from Louisiana State University, receiving both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Science. Heather’s interests vary from plants to sea life and, most importantly, animal care. Heather serves as a Veterinary Assistant. She ran track in college, and applies that same stamina on a daily basis here at Town and Country Animal Hospital. This LSU Tiger ran a 5.02 mile! Heather enjoys kayaking and spending time with her dog, Allie, and two guinea pigs, Elly and Morgan. Of course, we can’t forget her fish, Sophia and Bubbles.

Devin

Groomer

Born and raised in Naples, Devin has always had a strong passion for animals and wildlife. After adopting a Papillon puppy at a young age, grooming quickly became an exciting new endeavor. Now grooming professionally for over 12 years, her love for dogs grows every day and she’s always excited to work with her four legged friends. Building relationships and bonding with her clients is something she enjoys greatly. Her slowly growing family includes a Jack Russell mix, two cats and two dumbo rats. When she’s not pampering pups, she spends her time painting, crocheting and gardening.