Is a hands-on manager who does not hesitate to jump in to help her team. She is compassionate, caring, and always looks for ways to improve our practice for employees, clients, and pets. When not at work, Laura can be found wrangling a toddler, or enjoying mountain time, kayaking, and hiking with her husband, daughter, and 3 pups.

Janelle is a shining star in our reception team. Her positivity and team spirit make her a joy to work alongside! When she is not at work, she can be found loving on her many fur-babies.

"Markie" is the 3rd Sarah! She is a licensed veterinary technician who has a passion for surgery and animal behavior. Outside of the clinic, she loves to read, write, play video games, and bake (which our team is very fond of). We are very excited to have Markie at Academy Pet Hospital!

As the second Sarah to join our team, she is a woman of many names- Sarah #2, Brown haired Sarah, MC, "new" Sarah, and "hey you". No matter what you call her, you'll want to meet Sarah as she is one of the most knowledgeable and kind-hearted members of our team! While she works to become a Registered veterinary technician, Sarah's study time is spent cuddled up with Jerry, and Feebs, or at the beach with her husband Cullean and Thumper (the cutest pup).

Alyssa is our newest veterinary assistant, and her intelligence and kind disposition makes her a joy to work with! When not on the clock, you may find her walking outside with her sweet old pup Bella or attending Woodpeckers games with her boyfriend Seth.

Like many of our staff, we can thank the army for Kaitlyn recently relocating to Fayetteville! We are very thankful they sent her our way as her enthusiasm and initiative make her a spectacular part of our team. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, concerts, and travel!

We are so excited to announce that Alex has returned to Academy Pet Hospital after a few years away! As the wife of a black hawk pilot, Alex spent some time in Virginia and then thankfully returned to Fayetteville and our team. We are joyful to have such a compassionate and goal-oriented person (she is currently in veterinary technician school) at our clinic! Please join us in welcoming Alex, her husband, and her 3 sassy cats back to NC.

Ashley has over 20 years of experience working with animals, and it shows in her deep connection with and compassion for all the animals she watches over! In her spare time you can find her at the beach or snapping photos. Ashley is a stand out member of our team and our kennel could not run without her!

Where connection and understanding are needed for a pet- Natalia can be found. As a member of our boarding team she is deeply compassionate about patient comfort and happiness. When not taking care of our pets, Natalia can be found studying, playing with her fur babies, and volunteering at a local farm with cattle and pigs. We are fortunate to have Natalia as a new member of our team!

Tessa is a fresh face on our reception team who especially loves our feline patients! Her compassion for clients is an outstanding attribute that her team values. In her free time, she can be found knitting, hiking, reading, and taking care of her plants and 4 furbabies.

Bubbly team player. Dawn has been at Academy Pet Hospital since the very beginning and has deeply cared about so many of our clients and pets! Although she typically works in our reception area, she is cross trained in all areas of the hospital and enjoys working with patients. Dawn's heart is in everything that she does (which is a lot) and her desire to help others is what makes her teammates sing her praises.

Hailing from New York, Jay is part of our awesome reception team. Her confidence and ability to multi-task make her an asset to her colleagues as well as our clients. While she loves all aspects of her job, there’s a special place in her heart for our Pittie patients! Outside of work, Jay enjoys traveling, relaxing with her dogs, and being pampered.

Without any pets of her own at home, Ashleigh has PLENTY of love to share with our boarding babies! Her patience with anxious pets makes her a standout staff member who is also efficient, attentive, and eager. When she's not at work, she can be found hiking, exercising and baking in her spare time!