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Kelly Meier-Client Relations Representative
Kelly is one of our newest additions here at Alpine View Veterinary Hospital. She and her family have been long term clients at Alpine View, so beginning her employment as a Client Relations Representative in Oct of 2007 was an easy transition for her. Kelly grew up in the Monroe area and currently lives in Snohomish with her boyfriend Chris, their cat Finley, numerous fish, and a hamster named Piper. In her spare time Kelly thoroughly enjoys cooking, baking, spending time with friends, making people laugh, and watching reality TV shows. Kelly sincerely adores her families three Pomeranians Tyson, Bella, and Lucy who live with her parents here in Monroe. Kelly states that she “feels honored to work for Alpine View! Everyday is a new experience and I am learning so much from all my amazing co-workers. They will never know how much I appreciate their acceptance and friendship. Although, working with animals is a new experience for me it is something that I have always wanted to do and an opportunity that I am truly grateful for.”
Taunia McDonald, CVA
Practice Manager
Taunia is originally from
In-Patient Nurse
Becky is a Certified veterinary Assistant here at Alpine View and has been with us 2003. She attended PIMA Medical Institute for her veterinary certification. Becky is interested in all aspects of veterinary care but has a particular interest in veterinary dentistry, clinical pathology, and has a big soft spot for kittens and cats. Becky frequently rescues, rehabilitated, and fosters abandoned kittens or cats in need. In her spare time she enjoys creating art with clay, and spending time with her adorable cats “Napoleon, Otis, Domino, and Sweet Pea” as well as her little Pomeranian “Eddy.” Alicia Hartley, Lead LVT, MCL
Alicia is a Licensed Veterinary Technician and has over 8 years experience in the veterinary field. Alicia loves all aspects of veterinary medicine but her passion lies in emergency medicine, hematology and orthopedics. Alicia started working at Alpine View in December of 2005 after relocating to Monroe from Blaine, WA with her husband John and her 3 1/2 year old son Gage Hudson. Alicia started her career in the veterinary field working with wildlife and specializes in Bald Eagles and Barn Owls. Alicia shares her home with Norman and Trudy her two cats and a Welsh Corgi with an attitude named Max.
Lainey Olson, Out-Patient Nurse
Lainey started working here at Alpine View as a Kennel Assistant in 2003. Due to her effort and ability to work well with animals Lainey was quickly promoted to a Veterinary Assistant. Lainey finds working here to be rewarding and states that “at the end of the day it’s nice to know that I have helped to make a difference in the lives of our patients.” She also mentioned that she feels “fortunate to work with such a fun, competent, and caring group of people.” Lainey has several pets of her own, including two dogs and three horses. Lainey is currently training her horse “Aiden” to compete in the sport of three-day eventing and volunteers at her moms “Courage Reigns Farm,” where kids with cancer go spend time with horses.
Eileen Istvan,
Veterinary Assistant
Eileen started working with us here at Alpine View in May 2005 as a Client Relations Representative. Her bubbly, positive, and friendly personality made it easy for Eileen to fit in with the rest of the Alpine View team. In 2006 Eileen transitioned from the front desk to working in the back lab with the animals as a veterinary assistant. Eileen and her husband Joey live in Sultan. They both enjoy extremely active lifestyles, participating in activities such as surfing, snowboarding, hiking, traveling and windsurfing.
Jenny Magruder, LVT
In-Patient Nurse
Jenny came to Alpine View with over ten years of experience in the Veterinary field. She attended Pierce college in 1999 to become a Licensed Veterinary technician. In addition to her hands on knowledge, Jenny has a sweet personality with a kind heart. Jenny started here during the summer 2006 due to relocation and we’re fortunate to have her here. Jenny enjoys caring for her husband and their two children. She currently only works Saturdays, however, she is an important part of our overall operation of the back lab and we are happy to have her as part of our team.
Catherine Cameron
Boarding facilitator, CRR
Catherine came to Alpine View with her Bachelor of Science in Primate Behavior and Ecology, Anthropology. Due to Catherine's educational background and obvious interest in all animals she has been employed at the Woodland Park Zoo since 2005. We couldn’t be more excited that she has decided to transition into the veterinary field and has decided to become a part of our team. Catherine currently fills a few roles at Alpine View; she is the boarding facilitator, a veterinary assistant, and a Client Relations Representative. Due to her interest in the veterinary field she may also attend school in the future in order to become a licensed veterinary technician.
Sarah Litzenberger
Client Relations Representative
Sarah is our newest addition here at Alpine View. She started working with us on July 10th 2007. Sarah grew up in the Snohomish area but relocated to Coeur d'Alene Idaho with her husband Brian years ago. Fortunately, for Alpine View her husband Brian (a pilot) was recently transferred back to Washington. Sarah has two dogs “Howard and Daisy” a and “Clio” the cat. Their dogs are their children and they sincerely enjoy spending time with them in the outdoors. Together, they enjoy hiking, camping, mountain biking and kayaking (and yes their dogs do ride with them in their Kayaks).Kyrsten Lauckhart
Animal Caregiver
Kyrsten fills an important role here at Alpine View, she is currently responsible for all our boarded pets care, attention, and exercise, as well as general hospital organization and maintenance. Kyrsten grew up in Snohomish and has many pets of her own. She has participated in 4-H with both her horse and her cat for the past 8 years. Kyrsten enjoys working and being with animals and loves making the pets stay as comfortable as possible. She is extremely dedicated to her new position here at Alpine View and eventually would like to go to school to become a licensed veterinary technician. Kyrsten has a warm smile and a sincere love for animals. She has become and essential part of our Alpine View animal health care team!
Jennifer Wootten-Client Relations Representative 
Jennifer is our newest addition to Alpine View Veterinary Hospital; she began working with us back in February 2008 as a Client Relations Representative. Jennifer comes to us with a background in customer service. Her employment history includes working for the Marriott and winning “Top employee of the year and quarter” based on her great customer service skills, as well as working as a receptionists for top medical clinics in the UK. Although, Jennifer grew up locally here in Monroe she has recently been living in the London for the past few years enjoying a bit of the city life internationally. While living in London Jennifer adopted her beloved (one eyed kitty) Poppy who made the trip back to the US with her back in January 2008. Jennifer says that “I truly enjoy working at Alpine View because I love animals and being able to work with them is something I truly cherish.” In Jennifer’s spare time she enjoys riding her bike, traveling, shopping, and just spending time with her adorable cat Poppy.
Peggy Faranda-CVA, Boarding Facilitator
Peggy is a Certified Veterinary technician & our boarding facilitator. She originally began working for Alpine View in 1999 after 17 years providing customer service in the grocery industry. In 2002 Peggy explored her interests in wildlife & started working for Paws as a wildlife rehabilitator. There she cared for orphaned & injured animals ranging from flying squirrels & songbirds to seals & bears. Peggy is now back working with us fulltime as she wanted to be able to offer our boarded pets special love, affection, and attention during their stay at Alpine View. Peggy & her husband Aaron have three dogs & six cats. In her free time Peggy enjoys photography & playing softball..
