Dr. Meghan Finley grew up in Medinah, Illinois and relocated to Southwest Florida with her family in 2009. She received a Bachelor of Arts from Florida Gulf Coast University in chemistry with minors in biology, music, and interdisciplinary studies. While at FGCU, she was a cheerleader during the 2010-2013 seasons, including the year the men’s basketball team went to the Sweet Sixteen in the NCAA March Madness tournament.

Dr. Finley received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Ross University in St. Kitts, West Indies, in December of 2016 after finishing her clinical year at Texas A&M University. She is certified in medical veterinary acupuncture (CVMA) from Curacore in Fort Collins, Colorado and is currently pursuing her certification as a canine rehab veterinarian (CCRV) from Chi University in Reddick, Florida. She is also a Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner (CVMMP). 

In 2019, Dr. Finley received a Soaring Eagle award from The Florida Gulf Coast University Alumni Association and the College of Arts and Sciences in recognition of professional success and service to the community. Dr. Finley is passionate about pain management, quality of life, and strengthening the bond between animals and their owners. Dr. Finley lives locally with her husband Garrett and their two children, Marlee and Scott. In their free time they can be found enjoying family time with their 3 dogs, or on the boat fishing. 

A proud Florida native from North Fort Myers, Dr. Richards has always had a love for science and the outdoors. She earned her biology degree from Florida Gulf Coast University and graduated from the Honors Program before completing her master’s degree in environmental science, where she dove into wildlife biology and behavioral ecology. During her studies, she examined the social interactions of giraffes and the effects of urbanization on Florida’s native Southern Ringneck Snake.  Her journey then took her to the University of Florida, where she graduated with honors as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Go Gators!
 
Dr. Richards is passionate about personalized, preventive medicine and loves building long-term relationships with her clients and their pets. She also holds a certification in Aquatic Animal Medicine, focusing on wildlife medicine. During her free time, she enjoys helping local universities with student research projects such as, implanting transmitters into rattlesnakes and Nile monitors. When she’s not in the clinic, you can usually find Dr. Richards exploring the outdoors and trail running with her husband Evan. 

Dr. Lea Clem is a veterinarian who truly enjoys building lasting relationships with pets and their families. She is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care tailored to each individual patient. With advanced training in veterinary dentistry, Dr. Clem is passionate about improving pets’ comfort, health, and quality of life through excellent oral care. She also has a strong interest in surgery and enjoys the hands-on, problem-solving aspects of surgical medicine.
Client education is at the heart of Dr. Clem’s approach to care. She believes pet owners feel more confident and empowered when they understand their pet’s health and treatment options. By practicing medicine based on the most current research and proven medical standards, she ensures pets receive care that is both safe, effective, and thoughtfully tailored to their needs.
Dr. Clem is a fellow alum of Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and completed her clinical year at the University of Florida, Gainesville. She is originally from a small town in Maine, but has called Florida home for the past 15 years. When she’s not at the clinic, she loves spending time with her wonderful husband, two dogs, and three cats who keep her smiling and remind her daily why she chose a career in veterinary medicine.

Don was born and raised in New York, but found his calling in the sunny southwest of Florida. With over 15 years of experience in both veterinary medicine and resort management, caring for both furry friends and vacationing guests. In his free time Don is exploring the great outdoors with his family and best dog ever Dixon who is a 5-year-old Pitbull. 

Haley is a Florida native with experience in both the veterinary and hospitality industries. Her love for animals and interests in education have driven her to pursue a career in veterinary medicine. Being Fear Free certified, Haley has experience working with a variety of animals and providing compassionate care to ensure their well-being. Haley is a Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) and she is in school for her bachelors in Veterinary Hospital Management with a minor in Marketing. 

In her free time, Haley can be found reading or spending time on the boat with her friends. Her best friend is a silly smiley pitbull mix named Cali that she rescued at 6 months old. She also has a sweet ball python named Gucci!

Taylor is originally from Connecticut and moved to Florida in 2016, where she began her career in veterinary medicine. Since then, she has gained experience in both general practice and specialty services, including surgery and dentistry. She has a special interest in physical therapy and enjoys helping pets regain comfort and mobility while watching their progress along the way.

Outside of work, Taylor enjoys spending time with her German Shepherd, Eevee, and her two cats, Thor and Bradley. In her free time, she loves exploring nature trails, kayaking, gardening, and trying new recipes in the kitchen.

A Long Island native, Alyssa is working hard toward her dream of becoming a veterinarian. When she’s not caring for patients, you’ll often find her teaching horseback riding lessons to children or out on a ride herself.

Outside the barn and clinic, Alyssa loves line dancing, sunny beach days, and finding any excuse to take her pets—Loki, Thor, and Jane—on car rides (karaoke included!). Her bright personality and passion for animals make her a wonderful part of our team.

Originally from Mexico, Brayan grew up in Tennessee before making Florida his home 10 years ago. After earning his Certified Veterinary Assistant (CVA), he’s become a wonderful part of our team.

When he’s not at the clinic, Brayan enjoys relaxing with his Husky while watching Marvel movies, or heading outdoors to spend time on the water. His kindness, dedication, and love for animals shine through in everything he does.

A Jersey Shore native, Ashley has called Florida home for the past eight years. While pursuing her Associate degree in Surgical Technology, she channels a lifelong love for animals into fostering cats, preparing them for their forever homes. When she steps away from the operating room and her foster kittens, she expresses her creative side as a DJ and through drawing and painting. Throughout all her hobbies, she remains committed to the care and well-being of others, whether they have two legs or four.