Liz: Receptionist

Liz began her work with animals as a middle schooler and continued through high school as a volunteer at the Humane Society. She later served as a volunteer and Board member with SNAP (Spay Neuter Assistance Program). In 2010 she took a position at the SAAF spay neuter clinic turning her volunteer work and love of animals into a career. Liz is a lover of all things nature, loves plants, grows a salsa garden every summer and makes and cans her own salsa. She also water cultures Orchids, her favorite flowers. You might see one from time to time at the front desk. When she's not honing her green thumb she likes to spend her time reading in her backyard oasis with her spouse and their 3 dogs and 2 cats.

Emily: Technician

Emily has been working with animals since she was 15. In 2011, she received an AAS in Surgical Technology. In her spare time, Emily and her husband enjoy the lakes and rivers, hiking, and camping. In 2018, they welcomed the addition of twins! Her family's new dog, Coconut Chicken (named by the kids), loves to camp with the family, and tries to eat all the kids' socks. 

Grace: Technician

Grace has wanted to work with animals since she was a little girl. She chose to be a technician after learning how hands-on the role was. She graduated with her Bachelor's of Science with an emphasis in Biomedical Science from Southwest Baptist University in 2019 and started at NAH shortly after. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband, two dogs, and two cats, reading, and watching movies.

Jaymee: Technician

Jaymee was raised in southwest Missouri and has been working with animals since she graduated high school. In 2009, she got her first job at a veterinary hospital and never looked back. When she isn’t at the clinic, Jaymee also grooms dogs. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her son, Jack, and her dog, Dally, and showing horses.

Hannah: Registered Veterinary Technician

Hannah has always loved animals, since she was a child her favorite place in the world was the zoo. She grew up in Colorado where she attended Bel-Rea Institute of Veterinary Technology and graduated with her Associate of Applied Science degree in 2013. She has worked in general practice since her graduation and only recently moved to Missouri. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her family and playing with her 2 children. She also enjoys cozying up with a good book and some tea when she can.

Nixie: Clinic Boss Cat (2011-2024)

Nixie was adopted from Taney County Animal Control when the clinic opened, and lived at the clinic full time, supervising patients and staff alike. Her greatest joys included being brushed by her staff, snuggling in warm towels, playing in boxes, and hiding in open cabinets. She was adored by clinic staff and clients alike for 13 years and will be dearly missed.